Next fest: August 21, 2026 at Flint Street Theater

FREE SUBMISSION.
FREE ATTENDANCE.

Screen your short film, share how you made it, and connect with other artists!

Or just come for entertainment and support local filmmakers! Help us build the filmmaking community here in New Haven.

Read about the first Hang Out Film Fest!

When is the submission deadline?
August 10th 2026

What type of films are accepted?
Original short films of any genre. Less than 10 minutes in runtime.
Submissions have become competitive. We hope to include a variety of filmmakers of different backgrounds and experience levels, but we likely will not be able to accept every film.

How do I submit my film?
Use the form below. Note that you will need to include a link to a downloadable version of your film (hosted on Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.). If you do not provide a way to download your film, we cannot select it.

Do I need to speak about my film?
We’d love to let the audience ask questions so we can all learn and grow together. But if you do not want to take questions or share about your work, please let us know in the form.