Tier 2

Glasgow Film Festival

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Submission deadline: 25 October 2026
Entry fee: from GBP 10
Premiere: No premiere requirement
Formats accepted: Shorts, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental
Next edition: 2027

Official site Rules and regulations

Last verified 12 June 2026

About Glasgow Film Festival

Glasgow Film Festival 2027 will take place from 24 February to 7 March 2027.

Awards this festival can qualify you for

BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
In-person official selection at Glasgow Film Festival qualifies a British independent film for BIFA entry. No win required.

Glasgow Film Festival submission FAQ

When is the Glasgow Film Festival submission deadline?

The main submission deadline for Glasgow Film Festival is around 25 October 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.

How much does it cost to submit to Glasgow Film Festival?

Submitting to Glasgow Film Festival costs from GBP 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.

Does Glasgow Film Festival require a premiere?

No premiere requirement. Glasgow Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.

Where is Glasgow Film Festival held?

Glasgow Film Festival takes place in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

Is Glasgow Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?

Glasgow 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; it ranks among the upper tiers of the festival circuit. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay. You can also run Glasgow Film Festival through FilmRun's free Scam Radar for an independent safety check.

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