Manhattan Short Film Festival at Saline District Library

10/2/2026 @ 6:00 pm - 10/2/2026 @ 9:00 pm Saline District Library Program Room AB.

YOU be the judge for the 2026 Manhattan Short Film Festival!
Join us at Emagine Saline for the 2026 Manhattan Short Film Festival, an annual festival featuring short films shown in over 500 screening venues around the world. The audience votes for the festival's winner, and all films shown will be shortlisted for the 2027 Academy Awards. 

Registration is required. No paper tickets will be issued; your online registration is your ticket.  

THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE AT SALINE DISTRICT LIBRARY, IN PROGRAM ROOM AB.
This is an after-hours event, and the library will be closed for normal library business during this event. Only attendees will be permitted in the library, and they may access only the restrooms and the program room. The rest of the library will be closed for the duration of this event. This program is intended for ages 18+. These films are not rated and may contain adult themes. Children are not permitted at this event.

We will provide popcorn, candy, and drinks, but feel free to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage of your choice!

This event is generously funded by the Carl F. Schrandt Endowment Fund.