ShortFest 2024 Events
Check out all the events happening at this year's ShortFest!
Opening Night Reception:
Happy 30th Birthday ShortFest!
Join us for ShortFest’s 30th Birthday celebration at the esteemed Palm Springs Air Museum with Lulu’s catering a fabulous dinner and dessert for guests to enjoy. Find yourself immersed in Dapper DJ’s best spins surrounded by vintage planes.
When: Tuesday, June 18th
Time: 8:30pm - 11:30pm
Where: Palm Springs Air Muesum
Admission: Filmmaker, Industry, Patron, and Insider passes accepted for entry. All others must present a ticket(s). Tickets and passes grant access to both screening and reception.
Karaoke Night
Come prepared to take the stage and even indulge in a night singing your heart away to songs of your choice at the iconic Saguaro Hotel!
When: Wednesday, June 19th
Time: 9:00pm - 12:00am
Where: The Saguaro Palm Springs
Admission: Filmmaker, Industry, and Patron passes accepted for entry.
GAYLA at the Disco!
Be ready to take on the dance floor with utmost pride in your favorite 70’s inspired outfit at the vibrant Trio Restaurant. Enjoy a night under the disco ball with tunes by DJ Mod Girl, playing Disco classics in the heart of Palm Springs.
When: Thursday, June 20th
Time: 9:30pm - 11:30pm
Where: Trio Palm Springs
Admission: Filmmaker, Industry, and Patron passes accepted for entry.
Slip, Splash & Stargaze!
Rejoice in a night to remember under clear skies perfect for stargazing and conversations poolside at the impressive Avalon Hotel. Feel like dancing? Take a step inside the ballroom and listen to your favorite Pop and Reggaeton mixes by DJ applemartini all night long.
When: Friday, June 21st
Time: 9:00pm - 12:00am
Where: The Avalon Hotel & Bungalows
Admission: Filmmaker, Industry, and Patron passes accepted for entry.
Retro Night
Let’s take it back to a night of old school music with DJ Adrian spinning on vinyl records at the classic, mid-mod Ace Hotel.
When: Saturday, June 22nd
Time: 9:00pm - 12:00am
Where: The Commune at Ace Hotel
Admission: Filmmaker, Industry, and Patron passes accepted for entry.
Awards Brunch
It’s time to celebrate all the renowned short films and honor filmmakers’ work with a decadent brunch at the lovely Renaissance Hotel.
When: Sunday, June 23rd
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Where: The Renaissance Palm Springs
Admission: Filmmaker only event
Closing Night:
Mod Era
Let’s close out a week of fun with more of Dapper DJ’s mixes at our final celebration together with a view at Flannery Exchange’s rooftop.
When: Sunday, June 23rd
Time: 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Where: Flannery Exchange
Admission: Filmmaker, Industry, Patron, and Insider passes accepted for entry.