We are thrilled to announce we will screen SPEAK. (2025) at this year's Connect Beyond Festival! After the film, attendees will be able to have a Q&A and discussion with co-director Guy Mossman and cast member Sam Schaefer.

The 2026 lineup will feature a mix of nationally recognized voices and local talent across film, music, art, and media.

We are creating an immersive art exhibition for the festival this year and teaching kids all sorts of skills in the process of building it. We spent months developing the concept, The Community Garden.

Join us for the upcoming Spotlight Film Showcase, an evening featuring four short documentary films created by local filmmakers that highlight important issues in Western North Carolina, including housing and homelessness, reentry after incarceration, community healing after climate devastation, and grassroots food access.

Connect Beyond Festival returns to The Orange Peel May 29-31, 2026! Join us for a weekend of music, film, art and conversation. Initial lineup will be announced soon and tickets will go on sale in early April.

Join our end of year fundraiser! Every gift builds the foundation: rooms, lighting, soundscapes, hands-on elements, and opportunities for creators to bring a special Connect Beyond Festival installation to life.

You’re setting the stage for a transformational experience in 2026.