Schedule of Events

FRIDAY, april 24th

• AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PANEL DISCUSSIONS AND OTHER SPOKEN PORTIONS OF THIS EVENT.

• ALL FILM PROGRAMMING OFFERS CLOSED-CAPTIONING.

• THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE NICE FOLKS AT RAB + GNARLY NUTRITION.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | CLIMB WITH RAB ATHLETES

Kick things off with a Climb with Athletes Meet-Up from 12:00 - 2:00 PM at Cultivate Climbing where you can pull on plastic (or just vibe), connect with the community, and maybe get beta from some seriously inspiring humans. Professional climbers Anna Hazlett and Karly Rager will join for this casual, fun afternoon meet-up! This meet-up is free for Cultivate members + $5 for NMLFF ticket holders.

5:00 - 6:00 PM | Doors + GET HAPPY HOUR  

Doors for our evening programming open at 5:00 p.m. at the Wicked Weed Funkatorium (147 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC). Please be prepared to provide the email associated with your ticket, along with a valid photo ID for guests 21+. We encourage you to arrive early to grab a drink, connect with our incredible sponsors, and get first dibs on some seriously fun swag! Glitter tattoos? Spicy instant ramen? You’ll want to come early before the goods run out. Swag items are generously provided by this year’s sponsors and are available while supplies last. Be sure to check out our silent auction fundraiser, featuring a curated selection of gear, experiences, and goods from our partners. It’s all part of the fun, and you won’t want to miss your chance to take something home!

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM  | UN-DEfine FEMININE: WOMEN IN SPORT

The world of adventure sports is evolving — and women and gender-diverse athletes are leading the charge. Historically sidelined, they’re now stepping into leadership roles, breaking barriers, and redefining what it means to thrive in the outdoors. Join our 2026 Athlete Panel with professional climbers Anna Hazlett, Karly Rager, and Genevive Walker as they explore how participation, mentorship, and leadership are shaping the next generation of trailblazers. This conversation is about flipping the script — at the crag, in the mountains, and beyond.

6:45 PM - 7:30 PM  | LVDY

You’ve already felt their sound. Now hear it live. We’re thrilled to welcome LVDY, the band behind the music in our 2026 festival trailer. This duo brings their layered, atmospheric energy to the No Man’s Land stage for a live performance! Their work moves between tension and release — echoing the spirit of the films and the stories gathered here. This live performance is both a pause and a pulse, grounding us in sound as celebrate community.

7:30 PM | films

Program I begins at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss Anna Hazlett’s World Premiere of “Air Madagascar: A Big Wall Story” + Karly Rager’s World Premiere of “Dias de La Gloria”!