The Boston Science Fiction Film Festival and Marathon (“Boston SciFi”) is an 11-day cinematic event held at the historic Somerville Theatre from February 5th to the 15th. The 2016 edition marks their 41st anniversary as the oldest genre fest in America.

The first nine days consist of a film festival that emphasizes emerging directors with distinct visions from around the globe. The Festival concludes with The Marathon (a.k.a., “The ‘Thon”), a 24-hour orgiastic motion picture endurance test featuring classic, new and schlock films. Think of it as binge viewing with 750 close friends. It starts at noon on the 14th and ends at noon on President’s Day.

The Festival is the oldest genre fest in the country and one of the oldest in the world. It specializes in bringing the cutting edge of the genre to the public as well as the industry. The founders have been a part of the business for over four decades. This connection makes it unique in its ability to get filmmakers access. It also allows the Boston audience access to the most cutting edge voices out there.

Tickets can be purchased at the Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Sq., Somerville, MA 02144. Tickets can also be purchased by mail: Zeotrope Media, 106 Jeremy Hill Rd., Pelham, NH 03076.