Aspen Shortsfest 2026 

CALL FOR ENTRIES

(Short films, all genres) 

The Aspen ShortFest is currently accepting entries for its next edition. 

DETAILS

• Competitive: Yes 
• Entry fees: Yes  

Please note that all films must be submitted directly to the festival via FilmFreeway. 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Please consult the festival’s website for the eligibility criteria.   

ABOUT

Aspen Shortsfest is an Oscar®-qualifying film festival recognized as one of the premier short film festivals in North America. Each April enthusiastic audiences, filmmakers and special guests from around the globe gather to participate in public screenings, panels, workshops, and other festivities that spotlight the art and craft of short moviemaking. 

The festival presents several international competitive sections including Best Animation, Best Comedy, Best Drama, Best Documentary, and Best Student Short. 

Telefilm Canada recognizes selection of a short in the Festival for application to its International Promotion Program. 

Promotion and Communications 
Telefilm Canada, Montreal 
DL-festivals@telefilm.ca 
1 800 567-0890