10 Years of DC Shorts!
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For 10 years, the DC Shorts Film Festival and Screenplay Competition has screened the world’s top short films to audiences throughout the region. This year, we will showcase over 153 films from 23 nations — including the country’s largest collection of short films by emerging Russian filmmakers. Hundreds of filmmakers and thousands of audience members will gather to mix, mingle and explore the art of short cinema.

Explore the website, watch trailers, read about films — then join us for 11 days this September.

Party with DC Shorts

7968487374_54ecb454e3(1)DC Shorts loves to celebrate our filmmakers — and our audience! All parties include light refreshments and beverages. Attendees must be over 21 years of age and present photo ID at the door. Tickets must be purchased in advance online or at a box office, as we cannot allow on-site sales.

TICKETS: $20 + $1.40 service charge

CITY VIEW PARTY


FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
9:00pm–11:00PM
Carroll Square, 975 F Street NW (Metro Center)

Celebrate the Opening Weekend under the stars on the fabulous roof deck at Carroll Square. Dance to the music of the movies, or enjoy the open bar provided by Stella Artois and Barefoot Wines, and delicious nibbles prepared by local restaurants.

GRAND BASH


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
8:00pm–11:00pm
US Navy Memorial, 701 Pennsylvania Ave, NW (Archives Metro)

Nothing says “Washington Party” like a museum event. The U.S. Navy Memorial, complete with night views of the Archives and Capitol, is a perfect place to dance on the plaza, with beverages provided by Stella Artois and Barefoot Wines, and a sumptuous spread created by Whole Foods Market P Street.

EXCLUSIVE EVENTS

FILMMAKER AND VIP RECEPTION
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
9:00pm–11:00pm
Gibson Guitar Showroom, 709 G Street NW (Gallery Place Metro)

A small event for filmmakers and All-Access Pass holders only.

CLOSING RECEPTION
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
8:00pm–11:00pm
Gibson Guitar Showroom, 709 G Street NW (Gallery Place Metro)

Close out an amazing week with a relaxed affair for All-Access Pass holders, filmmakers and our incredible volunteers.