Pet Film Festival Takes Over The Momentary with Panels, Pups, and an Outdoor Screening
Your four-legged co-pilot finally has a festival of their own. The Pet Film Festival is taking over Bentonville Film Festival with a full day of programming, outdoor screenings, and on-site experiences built around a simple truth: our animals make life better. Bring the leash.
THE DEETS
📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
🕗 8:30 AM – 9:00 PM
📍 RØDE House at The Momentary + The Momentary Grounds, Bentonville
🔗 More info
The Pet Film Festival, presented by WUF World, is joining the Bentonville Film Festival this June with programming that puts the human-animal bond front and center.
Panels, Pups, and Everything in Between
During the daytime program, you can catch panels, fireside chats, and conversations featuring filmmakers, creators, and industry leaders. The programming spans five storytelling tracks: Legacy and Community, Impact and Adoption, Best Pet Workplaces, Health and Wellness, and Creator and Pop Culture. You’ll also find a Vendor Village, brand activations, photo opportunities, and adoptable and therapy animals on-site. The day winds down with a community food truck celebration before the evening kicks off.
Paws on the Lawn
When the sun starts to dip, the action moves outside to the grounds of The Momentary. Leash up your pet and head out for the Pet-Friendly Festival Experience, which runs from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and includes an outdoor screening of pet-inspired films and a costume contest. You can stop by the e.l.f. Beauty Glam Studio for complimentary pet-and-owner portraits, visit the Dogster Pool Party and Hollywood Walk of Fame experience, pick up giveaways from Full Moon Pet Treats, and meet adoptable animals from Best Friends Animal Society. Complimentary food and beverages are provided courtesy of Sam’s Club, and the Vendor Village features local businesses to browse and support.
Attendance covers both the daytime and evening programs, so you can make a full day of it with your favorite furry plus-one.
Events like this don’t come around often in NWA. The Pet Film Festival draws a crowd that genuinely cares about animals and the stories told about them, and June 19 is your chance to be part of it. Follow Bentonville Film Festival for updates.
