- SCAD TVfest returns to Atlanta Feb. 4–6 with panels, screenings and industry awards.
- Quinta Brunson, Jeff Probst, Aldis Hodge and Ali Larter are among honorees and guests.
- Casts from Scrubs, Bridgerton and the HBO Max series The Pitt will attend.
- Events take place at the SCADshow theater in Midtown, including showrunner and craft panels.
What SCAD TVfest will bring to Atlanta
SCAD TVfest’s 13th edition runs Feb. 4–6, 2026, at the SCADshow theater in Midtown Atlanta. The three-day festival will host screenings, panel conversations and awards honoring TV creatives and cast members across broadcast and streaming platforms.
Headliners and major awards
Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary) will be honored with the Variety Creative Showrunner Award. Jeff Probst — best known as the longtime host of Survivor — is set to receive the Legend of Television Award. The festival’s roster of honorees also includes Aldis Hodge (Luminary Award) and Ali Larter (Distinguished Performance Award).
Other festival recognitions: Lili Reinhart will receive the Spotlight Award and Jackson White the Rising Star Award. Cast members from Scrubs — Zach Braff, Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke — will be presented with a Cast Award. HBO Max’s The Pitt co-stars Amielynn Abellera, Brandon Mendez Homer and Laetitia Hollard will accept an Impact Award. Adjoa Andoh and Golda Rosheuvel from Netflix’s Bridgerton will be recognized for Outstanding Achievement in a Series.
Panels, screenings and festival programming
Programming includes showrunner roundtables, craft and writing panels, casting discussions and behind-the-scenes conversations designed for both industry professionals and TV fans. Attendees can expect sessions on comedic writing, fantasy and drama production, and on-camera craft led by the visiting talent.
Who should attend
Students, emerging creators, and TV fans interested in production, writing and casting will find SCAD TVfest’s mix of panels and screenings especially useful. The festival’s ties to SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) also make it a showcase for graduates and emerging industry professionals.
Logistics and highlights
All main events will take place at the SCADshow theater in Midtown Atlanta over the Feb. 4–6 weekend. The festival traditionally features evening panels and awards presentations alongside daytime masterclasses and film/episode screenings.
Why it matters
SCAD TVfest has built a reputation for bringing high-profile television talent to Atlanta, offering direct access to creators and casts at a time when streaming and network TV continue to drive cultural conversation. This year’s lineup — spanning comedy, prestige drama and reality TV representation — highlights the festival’s broad industry reach.
For details on tickets, schedules and session lineups, check SCAD TVfest’s official announcements and the SCADshow theater listings.
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