Celebrating Sephardic Jewish Creativity in the Spirit of America’s 250 Years of Freedom. The 28th Anniversary Edition of the American Sephardi Federation’s New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival will take place from May 31 to June 7, 2026, at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, located at 36 Battery Place, New York. Through the poignant medium of film, the NYSJFF invites audiences to explore the rich mosaic culture of Jews from the Middle East and the greater Sephardic Diaspora.

Steeped in history and tradition, contemporary voices come alive throughout this week-long celebration, featuring premiere screenings, compelling stories, powerful documentaries, director Q&As, and the Pomegranate Awards Ceremony.