Tier 3
Artifact Small Format Film Festival
Calgary, Canada
- Submission deadline
- 8 January 2027
- Entry fee
- Free early, then CAD 10
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental, Music videos
Last verified 30 September 2026
About Artifact Small Format Film Festival
The Artifact Small Format Film Festival (formerly the $100 Film Festival) is Calgary’s oldest film festival, and one of the only ones in the world to EXCLUSIVELY screen Super 8 and 16mm films. When the festival was born in 1992, it showcased eight short films on Super 8. The
Artifact Small Format Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the Artifact Small Format Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Artifact Small Format Film Festival is around 8 January 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Artifact Small Format Film Festival?
Submitting to Artifact Small Format Film Festival costs Free early, then CAD 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Artifact Small Format Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Artifact Small Format Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Artifact Small Format Film Festival held?
Artifact Small Format Film Festival takes place in Calgary, Canada.
Is Artifact Small Format Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Artifact Small Format Film Festival is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
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