The Houston Greek Film Festival (HGFF) showcases new films from Greek and Cypriot filmmakers, producers and actors from Greece, Cyprus and the Diaspora. Featuring both feature-length and shorts, the HGFF aims to promote Greek cinema to Houston and all of Texas and the Southwest.

Now in its 8th year, the Houston Greek Film Festival was founded in 2018 by current Executive Board members: Kosta Papasideris, Anastasia Papanicolaou Papasideris, Paula Varsamis and Maximos (Max) Weimmer. Initially, the HGFF was a project of GreekinHouston - a free online platform for Greek events and organizations in the greater Houston area(greekinhouston.com) - but after some time, the project grew too big and began taking steps as its own 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

The HGFF consistently brings its patrons the very best of Greek and Cypriot Cinema from all over the world, including all Greek/Cypriot candidates for the American Academy Awards. Past entries of the festival include POLYXENI, JAMAICA, KAZANTZAKIS, HOLY BOOM, 1968, THE SIEGE ON LIPERTI STREET, EFTIHIA, DIGGER, SMYRNA, MY BELOVED, BLACK STONE, SEW TORN, BEHIND THE HAYSTACKS, and MURDERESS (FONISSA) just to name a few. See all our past entries and winners HERE. In addition to the directors, producers, writers and actors we all look to every year in the Greek-cinema world, because of their ever-growing world impact and recognition in film, the Houston Greek Film Festival focuses a lot of energy on cultivating the very best short films - and is lucky enough to be home to several young film makers and industry professionals. Look for the "home-grown" talent we make sure to include every year!

NOVEMBER 20 - 23, 2025

All films will screen in 
MATCHBOX 2

 SINGLE TICKETS:

$15 INDIVIDUAL
Single screening ticket

$30 CLOSING RECEPTION
Sunday, November 23 at 7:30 PM
MATCH Gallery

Please note that each single ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

Purchase a FESTIVAL PASS and SAVE!

VIP ALL ACCESS PASS

$90 each

Your VIP All Access Pass gives you the full VIP treatment. No need for tickets. Your pass allows you entry into any film screening and admission for 1 to the closing reception simply by showing your pass at the door. (Each All Access Pass is subject to a $20 service fee at checkout)

5-TICKET PASS

$60 each

With the 5-Ticket Pass you choose your five preferred screenings (Closing Reception is not included). After the purchase, you may exchange your tickets for different screenings or several tickets into one ticket by contacting the box office in person or by emailing us at boxoffice@matchouston.org. Please be advised that by not confirming your ticket preference, a seat is not guaranteed. (Each 5-Ticket Pass is subject to a $10 service fee at checkout)

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MATCH

🎟️ BOX OFFICE & TICKETING 

• Online sales end 30 minutes prior to curtain. After this time, tickets may be available in person at the MATCH Box Office. 
• The Box Office opens 2 hours before curtain for Will Call and walk-up sales. 
• All sales are final. No refunds or cancellations after purchase. 
• Why is there a service fee per ticket? Click here to learn more. 

⏱️ BEFORE THE SHOW 

• MATCH Concessions opens 1 hour prior to the start of each event. 
  Enjoy a cocktail, wine, beer, or snack before the show. 
  View concessions menu. 
• Seating typically opens 30 minutes prior to curtain. 
• Please note: Some shows have a no late seating or re-entry after the performance has begun. Arrive early! 

🚗 LOCATION & PARKING: MATCH is located in Midtown Houston. Click here for directions and parking options, including garages and metered street parking.

🍽️ RESTAURANTS & BARS: Make it a night out! Click here for a curated list of nearby restaurants and bars within walking distance of MATCH.

♿ ACCESSIBILITY: MATCH is a fully accessible facility. For accessible seating or special assistance, please contact the box office in advance so we can help accommodate your needs. Click here to email the box office.