DIGI60 FILMMAKERS’ FESTIVAL

For over 20 years the Digi60 Filmmakers’ Festival
has provided a safe space for filmmakers to:

Create & Learn
Expand Your Network
Multiply Your Skills

Digi60 is not just about making films.
we also MAKe filmmakers.

Live Pitch submissions open until November 15, 2026 at 7 PM ET

Look Before You Leap panel, November 19 at 7 PM ET | DARC Loop, 2 Daly Ave

Upcoming Events

Calendar
BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC
Nov 11
BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC

Need a space to finish your 60-Day Challenge film? Drop into DARC’s workshop room to edit, collaborate, and get your film across the finish line!

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Live Pitch Submission Deadline
Nov 15
Live Pitch Submission Deadline

Live Pitch Submission Deadline

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BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC
Nov 16
BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC

Need a space to finish your 60-Day Challenge film? Drop into DARC’s workshop room to edit, collaborate, and get your film across the finish line!

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BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC
Nov 18
BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC

Need a space to finish your 60-Day Challenge film? Drop into DARC’s workshop room to edit, collaborate, and get your film across the finish line!

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"Look Before You Leap" Panel
Nov 19
"Look Before You Leap" Panel

Join Digi60 alumni Kristen McNaule and Penny McCann for practical advice and firsthand insights on navigating film festivals and making informed submission decisions.

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BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC
Nov 23
BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC

Need a space to finish your 60-Day Challenge film? Drop into DARC’s workshop room to edit, collaborate, and get your film across the finish line!

Read more →
BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC
Nov 25
BYOHD Editing Drop-In @ DARC

Need a space to finish your 60-Day Challenge film? Drop into DARC’s workshop room to edit, collaborate, and get your film across the finish line!

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60-Day Challenge Film Submission Deadline
Nov 26
60-Day Challenge Film Submission Deadline

60-Day Challenge Film Submission Deadline

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Digi60 Festival Launch 2026
Nov 27
Digi60 Festival Launch 2026
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Digi60 Filmmakers' Festival Day 1
Dec 18
Digi60 Filmmakers' Festival Day 1
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Did you miss the 2025 festival and want to watch some of the films?

Check out this playlist of publicly available films.

Explore more films, news and events on our blog!

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Your Short Film Is Finished. Now What? Building Success Beyond the Screen
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Your short film is finished. What comes next? Discover practical advice from Robin C. Keller on protecting your work, building an audience, navigating film festivals, and creating opportunities beyond the screen.

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Mid-Challenge Catch Up: Community and Collaboration at Digi60’s Connect Networking Event
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With 39 days left in the challenge, Digi60 filmmakers came together to share progress, build connections, and exchange advice. From first-time filmmakers to returning community members, here are a few highlights and lessons from the halfway point.

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