CineYouth Festival

Film & video

Cinema/Chicago, Chicago International Film Festival

Submissions open (estimated)approximate

November 1, 2026 (UTC-5)

The Chicago International Film Festival's annual festival celebrating filmmakers 22 and younger from around the world. Selected short films are screened in person in Chicago and streamed online, alongside workshops and live Q&As, with category winners showcased at the main festival.

Registration

Format: Hybrid
Age: 10-22
Participation: Individual or team
Location: International
Entry fee: USD 15
Prize: Category awards including the Rising Star Award; winning films screen at the Chicago International Film Festival.

Timeline

Submissions open (estimated)approximateNovember 1, 2026 (UTC-5) source
Final deadline (estimated)approximateFebruary 16, 2027 (UTC-5) source
Festival (estimated late April)approximateApril 25, 2027 (UTC-5) source

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