The Bucks County FilmFest is an annual, juried festival. Winning short films submitted by high school, college and emerging filmmakers are screened at The Newtown Theatre.
Key Dates
- Submission Opening Date: April 4, 2026
- FilmFest Judging (closed to public): September 12, 2026
- Notification Date Deadline: September 7, 2026
- Event Date: October 17, 2026
Event Day (11am – 6pm)
*schedule is subject to change
- Set 1 – Screening / Table Read / Q&A
- Set 2 – Screening
- INTERMISSION
- Set 3 – Panel Discussion / Screening
- AWARDS
- AFTER EVENT GATHERING
Submission Deadlines
- High School Deadline: July 3, 2026
- Emerging Artist Deadline: July 24, 2026
- College Deadline: August 21, 2026