Glowflare Horror Film Festival is proud to announce its official acceptance as a member of the Film Festival Alliance, an international organisation representing a curated network of film festivals committed to professional industry standards, ethical relationships with filmmakers, accessibility, inclusion and the continued support of independent cinema.
The recognition marks an important milestone for Glowflare Horror Film Festival as it continues to develop its platform for independent horror cinema, genre filmmaking and emerging creative voices from around the world.
Created from a passion for horror, genre filmmaking and independent storytelling, the festival is dedicated to providing filmmakers with a welcoming, professional and supportive space in which to share their work, connect with audiences and celebrate the creativity of horror cinema.
Acceptance into the Film Festival Alliance reflects the festival’s continued growth and its commitment to delivering a filmmaker-focused festival experience built around fairness, inclusion and respect for every work submitted.
Daniel Smales, Festival Director, said: “Being accepted as a member of the Film Festival Alliance is an incredibly proud moment for us. Horror filmmaking has always been driven by imagination, experimentation and filmmakers willing to take creative risks. We wanted to build a festival that recognises that work and gives independent horror filmmakers a supportive place to share their stories. This recognition means a great deal because it reflects the trust that filmmakers, audiences and supporters have placed in the festival. Every submission, screening and conversation has helped us grow, and we are extremely grateful to everyone who has been part of that journey.”
Glowflare Horror Film Festival believes that horror remains one of the most inventive and exciting areas of independent cinema. The genre gives filmmakers the freedom to experiment with atmosphere, suspense, practical effects, new perspectives and unconventional forms of storytelling.
Supporting those filmmakers and celebrating original genre cinema will continue to sit at the heart of the festival’s mission.
As Glowflare Horror Film Festival looks ahead to its next edition, the festival remains committed to creating an inclusive, professional and filmmaker-friendly experience while continuing to grow organically within the international horror and independent film communities.
Festival info
Glowflare Horror Film Festival 2026
Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September 2026
Parkway Cinemas, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire