Arena Theater Short Film Festival
Submissions

Submissions for the 2026 Short Film Festival are closed.
Filmmakers with official selections will be notified on September 30, 2026.

This year’s program features a vibrant mix of categories, including Close to Home (local shorts), International Shorts, Animation Shorts, Student Shorts, Music Shorts, Comedy Shorts, Queer Pride Shorts and Environmental Shorts—offering a dynamic showcase of voices, styles, and stories from around the world and right here on the coast.

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