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Aspen Shortsfest


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.

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Aspen Shortsfest 2024

Aspen Film is proud to present its 33rd Oscar-qualifying Shortsfest! This festival will showcase emerging filmmakers from across the globe. Passes are now on sale! Schedule of Events: Monday April 1, 2024 1 PM: Voices In Film Youth Forum…

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And the Shortsfest Awards go to… Plus, More Great Films and Ways to Support!

That's a wrap on Shortsfest, our flagship festival for spring! Congratulations to all of the winners! Catch the award winning, special mention, and family films screening at the Crystal Theatre in Carbondale on April 28-30. Details below. STUDENT…

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Aspen Shortsfest 2023

Schedule: Monday, April 10, 2023 1 PM: Voices In Film Youth Forum Kickoff Event - Aspen District Theatre To launch this year’s inaugural Voices in Film Youth Forum, the week kicks off with a special in-school event at the Aspen District…

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