JUNE 21 & 22, 2025 AT LIMELIGHT THEATER
2025 ATLANTA SHORTSFEST
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2025 ATLANTA SHORTSFEST
The 16th Annual Atlanta Short Film Festival (Atlanta Shortsfest) takes place June 21 & 22, 2025 at Limelight Theater in Atlanta, Georgia.
As Atlanta's leading short film festival, Atlanta Shortsfest provides a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to showcase original work that connects with audiences through strong storytelling and creative vision.
2025 FILM SELECTIONS
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2025 ATLANTA SHORTSFEST
Over 100 films are screening at Atlanta's biggest and best short film festival - Atlanta Shortsfest!
Check out the schedule and grab your passes now!
TICKETS & PASSES
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Atlanta Shortsfest All Access Passes on sale now!
$40 for two day pass - watch all the films on Saturday and Sunday
$25 for a one day pass
$12 per screening
Or get a VIP Multi-Fest Pass for just $89 and join us for all events in 2025
NOW STREAMING ON FESTFLIX
NOW STREAMING ON FESTFLIX
NOW STREAMING ON FESTFLIX
FestFlix is our new streaming platform featuring standout films from the Atlanta Film Series - including some of the best selections from Atlanta Shortsfest. It’s a curated home for indie shorts, audience favorites, and award-winning work.
Want your film featured?
If your film screened at one of our festivals and you’d like to be included on FestFlix, email us
Experience Atlanta Shortsfest
Where Short Films Shine
June 21 to 22, 2025 | Limelight Theater | Atlanta, GA
Get ready for two packed days of short films with big energy.
The 16th Annual Atlanta Shortsfest is your front-row seat to some of the most creative, clever, emotional, strange, hilarious, powerful, and unforgettable short films from around the world. It’s a weekend built to celebrate indie voices and bold storytelling in small doses that leave a big impression.
From comedy and drama to animation, horror, documentary, and experimental work, this is where filmmakers take risks and audiences discover something new around every corner.
What Makes Shortsfest Special:
Nonstop Variety
Every screening block is a fresh mix. You never know what’s coming next, and that’s what makes it fun. You’ll laugh, think, and maybe get a little weirded out - all in the same hour.
High Energy, No Filler
These films get right to the point and pack a punch. It’s an ideal festival for curious film lovers who want to see more in less time.
Meet the Makers
After the credits roll, stick around for Q&As with filmmakers. Whether they flew in or live down the street, they’ve got stories to tell and insights to share.
A Festival That Feels Like a Party
When the films wrap, the fun continues. Mingle with filmmakers and film fans at casual after-parties and hangouts where the conversations keep flowing The vibe is fun, friendly, and fast-moving.
Ready to discover your next favorite short film?
Get a Festival Pass
Filmmakers - Submissions are open now. If your short film has heart, humor, originality, or just something to say, we want to see it.
Film Festival Passes
2025 Atlanta Film Series VIP All Access Pass
Entrance to all Atlanta Film Series Events at Limelight Theater:
Atlanta Shortsfest - June 21 & 22, 2025
Atlanta Underground Film Festival - August 8 - 10, 2025
Atlanta Horror Film Festival - October 17 - 19, 2025
Atlanta Spotlight Film Festival - December 6, 2025
On sale now for $89
Three Festivals - One Fee
Choose Three Festivals to Enter:
Atlanta Shortsfest - June 21 & 22, 2025
Atlanta Underground Film Festival - August 8 - 10, 2025
Atlanta Horror Film Festival - October 17 - 19, 2025
Atlanta Spotlight Film Festival - December 6, 2025
Alanta Docufest - March 20 - 22, 2026
Atlanta Micro Short Film Fest - May 2026
Save up to 50%
$45
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