Events & Parties

*Screenings, the Filmmaker & Industry Lounge, the Forum, and festival parties all require the appropriate badge to enter. See your badge details for more information.

TUESDAY, JUNE 20 

Opening Night Screening 6:30 pm (Camelot)

Opening Night Reception 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Location: Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 N. Gene Autry Trail Palm Springs, CA 

Enjoy a night of glam and glitz with banquet style dining in the impressive Palm Springs Air Museum. Dine and dance with the Dapper DJ spinning tunes amongst vintage planes. Food and beverages provided by Lulu’s.  

Filmmaker, Industry, Patron, and Insider passes accepted for entry. All others must present a ticket(s). Tickets and passes grant access to both screening and reception.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21 

Filmmaker Party: Glitter & Gold 10 pm – 12 am

Location: 1501 Uptown Gastropub, 1501 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 

Bring your most glittery and golden self to mix and mingle at the 1501 Uptown Gastropub. It’s a night to indulge in delicious drinks and cocktails under the twinkling patio lights. It’s a night to celebrate!

THURSDAY, JUNE 22 

Filmmaker Party: 80s Night! 10 pm – 12 am 

Location: Eight4Nine, 849 N. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA

It’s 80’s night at Eight4Nine so come ready to party to your favorite 80’s songs! Don’t forget to throw a nod to our campiest era by wearing a headband or something flashy while DJ Mod Girl plays the hits!

FRIDAY, JUNE 23 

Filmmaker Party: Go Big and Bold 10 pm – 12 am

Location: The Saguaro Palm Springs, 1800 E. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, Ca

Karaoke Night! Head to the Saguaro on Friday, June 23. Come dressed in color blocked colors to sing your heart out in our karaoke lounge or enjoy networking, drinks, and hanging out on the patio.

SATURDAY, JUNE 24 

Filmmaker Party: Saturday Night All Right! 10 pm – 12 am

Location: Ace Hotel & Swim Club, 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA

Join us for poolside cocktails and music by DJ Inglish at the Commune at the Ace Hotel. Bring your dance shoes for all the night party vibes or enjoy our hot summer evening’s with a dip in the pool.

SUNDAY, JUNE 25 

Awards Ceremony  10 am – 12 pm

Location: Palm Springs Cultural Center (Camelot), 2300 E Baristo Rd. Palm Springs, CA

Head down to our main hub at the Camelot for our Awards Ceremony. Grab a mimosa or bloody Mary and cheer on your fellow filmmakers! Doors open at 9:00 am and we encourage guests to arrive early to allow for time to be seated for the event. RSVP required.

Closing Night Screening 5:30 pm (Camelot)

Closing Night Reception 7 pm - 9 pm

Location: Hilton Palm Springs, 400 E Tahquitz Way, Palm Springs, CA

That’s a Wrap! Closing night party at the Hilton. Cheers to another amazing ShortFest!

Filmmaker, Industry, Patron, and Insider passes accepted for entry. All others must present a ticket(s). Tickets and passes grant access to both screening and reception.

Filmmaker & Industry Lounge*

6/20 12 pm - 5 pm

6/21-6/24 9 am - 6 pm

6/25 9 am - 5 pm

6/26 9 am - 12 pm

Program Schedule Here. 

Forum*

Forum sessions take place from June 23 – June 25.   Forum Schedule.
 

Virtual Best of Fest

A selection of jury and audience winners will screen virtually behind a paywall from July 7 - 13.