Tier 3
Nevada City, United States
Last verified 28 September 2026
In the bewitching Sierra Nevada foothills, this festival cultivates rising and mid-career filmmakers with a special love of bold short films. Support includes screening fees, split online revenue, lodging, food and travel stipends.
The main submission deadline for Nevada City Film Festival is around 15 January 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Nevada City Film Festival costs from USD 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Nevada City Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Nevada City Film Festival takes place in Nevada City, United States.
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