Tier 3
WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival
Houston, Texas, United States
- Submission deadline
- 15 January 2027
- Entry fee
- from USD 45
- Premiere
- Regional
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental, Music videos
Last verified 24 August 2026
About WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival
Celebrating 60 Years of Discovering Independent Filmmakers Welcome to the 60th Annual WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival! Founded in 1961, WorldFest-Houston is the oldest independent film festival in the world and one of the longest-running celebrations of independent
Awards this festival can qualify you for
CSA Animated · Canadian Screen Award — Best Animated Short
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CSA Doc Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Documentary Short Film
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CSA Feature Doc · Canadian Screen Award — Best Feature Length Documentary
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CSA Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Live Action Short Drama
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WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival submission FAQ
When is the WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival is around 15 January 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival?
Submitting to WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival costs from USD 45 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival require a premiere?
Regional. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.
Where is WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival held?
WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival takes place in Houston, Texas, United States.
Is WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
WorldFest - Houston International Film and Video 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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