This event grows in popularity every year. The short films are always highly impressive, and the atmosphere is perfect! The Red Carpet. The Pre-Show. The glitz and glam of the evening is always so exciting, and a night to remember!

Come & enjoy an evening of scintillating cinematic history. See the best of the best from various genres on the big screen. The top pre-screened films up to 20 minutes in length will be presented at the festival; winners will be selected by a panel of judges and you! In person audience members will be casting their votes for their favorite film at intermission. Following intermission, awards and prizes will be presented!

So get your friends and family together and come down for this unique event! This year, we will also be offering a streaming option to watch from afar if you can't make it to the festival.

The Red Carpet Arrival and Pre-Show Entertainment start at 6pm outside, with the Festival Screening starting at 7pm inside.

MPAA - R rating films permitted. Those 17 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

For ticketing questions, or assistance with handicap accessible seating call The Hemmens Box Office at 847-931-5900.

Date: September 23, 2023

Time: 7:00pm to 10:00pm

Location:
Hemmens Cultural Center,
45 Symphony Way,
Elgin, IL 60120.

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