SouthSide Film Festival

SouthSide Film Festival

21 Years – 1862 Films – 47 States – 107 Countries

Entry Information

Submissions for the 2026 SouthSide Film Festival are Now Open! Submission Fees: Earlybird Deadline (November 1, 2025: $35, $25 for students Regular Deadline (February 1st, 2026): $45, $35 for students Late Deadline (March 1st, 2026):...
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Get in on the best volunteer crew in town by helping as an usher, selling tickets, and more
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Support your local Film Festival!

As we are an all-volunteer, non-profit organization, contributions to our operating costs are always appreciated. Help keep independent film alive in the Lehigh Valley. Donate
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Filmmakers are talking about SouthSide Film Festival

“The Southside Film Festival were accommodating to the filmmakers every step of the way. They were very supportive and communicative with submissions and needs. They...
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22nd Annual SouthSide Film festival Dates Announced!

Mark your calendar:  June 10 through June 13, 2026  for the 22nd annual SouthSide Film festival.  Make plans to join us for another week of...
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2025 Audience Favorite Award Winners Announced

The 21st Annual SouthSide Film Festival Audience Favorite Awards: Favorite Feature Film: 25 Cats From Qatar, Director: Bye Hoang Favorite Short Film: The Last Puppet...
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Pennsylvania Council on the Arts

Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Creative Sector Flex Fund 2024-25 grant recipient
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