Start festival weekend with a picture show and a toast to Poe!
Festival opening night returns to the M&T Exchange for Poe Fest International’s Movie Nite and Raven Reception, featuring the world premiere of a new documentary, Vincent Price: What Keeps Us Alive, on the legendary actor whose unforgettable performances helped define Poe on screen for generations.
Movie Nite includes on-stage Poe performances, live Q&A with the filmmakers, and a special return appearance by Hollywood royalty, Victoria Price, author, speaker, and daughter of Vincent Price, whose work continues to celebrate and preserve her father’s extraordinary legacy.
This year's VIP Raven Reception is a special opening-night affair for patrons of Poe Baltimore’s historic museum expansion. Guests are invited to the top level for an opportunity to meet the filmmakers and support the next chapter of The Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum, the Baltimore home where Poe began his professional career. Includes light refreshment, drink ticket, and commemorative festival poster.