Riverside Short Film Festival 2026
Mark your calendars! We will convene for another day of short films on Saturday, April 4 at 2 p.m.
Tickets on Sale March 20. Limited Seating.
DOORS OPEN: 1:15 p.m.
Films Start: 2 p.m.
This year we will feature ONE set that runs almost 2.5 hours.
Film awards and voting for audience favorite immediately following.
Concessions and drinks are available for purchase at event.
Downtown New Haven offers several local places to eat and drink before or after the film fest. There are also a few “grab & snack”options. The Walt is “open seating,” including the balcony. We cannot reserve seats. Please note the balcony involves stairs that can be smaller than current standard steps.
FAQ
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
There are no minimum age requirements, but we do recommend a general “PG13” rating on the festival as a whole. Since this is not genre specific, some of our short films have things such as adult situations and topics, violence and adult language. We do offer brief descriptions of the selections just send us a message via our contact form. Anything our panel deems “R-rated” will be noted on our website.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Parking is on-street parking with handicap access. New Haven, Mo. is currently undergoing a street redo so there are some “plated” areas and construction, but still all accessible.
What is there to do/eat/stay?
There are several things in downtown New Haven that you can do before or after your film fest, including Pinckney Bend Distilling, Dos Bros Mexican Restaurant, Astral Glass, Bee Creative and Elizabeth’s Antiques. We also have The Central Hotel, Zia’s Guest House and several other nearby B&Bs.
