Indie Grits

The Indie Grits Festival is presented and created by the Nickelodeon Theatre, the only non-profit, art-house theater in South Carolina. The juried film festival began in 2007, designed to empower all levels of Southern filmmakers with an independent mentality and far-reaching artistic scope. 

Now in its sixth year, Indie Grits has grown to span 11 days of film coupled with several official festival partner events that present an array of cultural events that showcase progressive cultural life unmatched in the Southeast in South Carolina's capital city. Thanks to our generous sponsors and our tireless staff and volunteers, the Indie Grits Festival is able to create exhibition opportunities for all levels of filmmakers, artists, musicians and performers and welcome thousands of festival goers to Columbia.

Just a couple of our partners:

Music

From indie rock to symphonic music, Indie Grits has lined up national touring acts such as The Olivia Control and Quintron, favorite talented local bands, and a special South Carolina Philharmonic performance with Conductor Morihiko Nakahara.

Crafty Feast

Each vendor brings their unique perspective to every day items, from bags made out of old record sleeves, glasses using recycled wine bottles, to handcrafted jewelry there is something for everyone. Crafty Feast is the one time of year many of these vendors come to town. Be the first on your block to have the best!

Indie Grits 2012 Promo