The Red Rose is dedicated to the growth & enrichment of the Central Pennsylvania Film Community. 

Through the promotion of independent film, new technologies and continued economic development RR|FF intends to expand tourism, industry education, job creation and better incentives for Pennsylvania Film Production.

This festival recognizes the many voices of filmmakers  & innovators across the planet and celebrates their perspectives, cultures and visions.

RRFF seeks to expand an thriving arts community in Lancaster, home to world-renowned artists, musicians and entertainers. RRFF will build on this foundation and become a new arena for filmmakers to showcase global perspectives and independent thought to a variety of audiences. The long-term goal for this film festival is to enhance cultural and economic development in Lancaster and tourism throughout the region.

Downtown Lancaster, the site of the Red Rose Film Festival, is a charming reminder of the region's history of cultural diversity and a look to the future. This small city is thriving with world-class restaurants, dazzling nightlife options, small business owners and merchants, museums, live music venues, gorgeous parks and the oldest continuously operated farmers' market in the nation—all in a 7.4-square-mile location.