24Hr Film Festival

Make a film at the Fair!

How fast can you make an award-winning film? We’re looking for the best filmmakers consisting of groups of 3-10 people. Each group will film at the Fairgrounds, then edit and create a short film in a 24-hour period.

The Fine Print

Who is eligible?

Groups of 3 to 10 people, all of whom must be 16 or older as of June 1, 2018. Participants must be residents of the United States. Actors are not considered part of the film production group, and can be of any age.

What is the entry fee?

There is no cost to enter this contest.

How does the contest work?

Participants must register online in advance. Entrants will meet at the Fair in the morning of the contest to receive a theme. They will then have 24 hours to write a script, rehearse, shoot footage, edit and present a finished version for screening the next day.

Need help?

Get in touch online or call us at (858) 792-4259.

Entry Information

Entry deadline: Friday, April 19, 2019.
Orientation/Kickoff Event: Saturday, June 22, 2019, 10:00AM.
Screening and awards: Sunday, June 23, 2019, 4:00-7:00PM, Turf Club.

Dates, times and location subject to change.

Rules & Regulations
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2018 Results

Slush

In search of the perfect “iced drink:” Congratulations to the team of Brandon Manderson, Christian Hayes, Dean Manderson and Fran Oropallo for their Best Picture short film, “Slush”.

Imagin-NATHAN

Ella finds her inner child and her “bestest” imaginary friend at the Fair. Congratulations to the Y-Knot Collective for their People’s Choice short film, “Imagin-NATHAN”.

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