The Short Film Festival is Norway's second oldest film festival and acts as a leading arena for short films. The festival has the status of a unique Oscar©-qualifying festival, which gives the participants an opportunity to compete for recognition on an international level. The event takes place from 10 to 14 June 2026, and brings together filmmakers, industry professionals and the public in Grimstad.
The festival has a clear focus on short film production and distribution, and offers a varied program of films and related events. The short film festival engages both professionals and amateurs in the film industry, and works to strengthen the network between filmmakers and the public. This makes the festival an important meeting place for anyone interested in short films and film art in general.