BRILLIANT SHORT FILMS, FROM EVERY CORNER OF THE WORLD
1 to 11 October 2026
Welcome to Australia’s biggest regional short film festival, Gympie’s very own Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival. This October, join us for immersive days of brilliant short films, live music, talks, workshops, panels, parties and more.
Our 2026 International Short Film Festival celebrates 20 years of Heart of Gold - a milestone we think worth celebrating.
Join us for one of the most inspiring, heartwarming and welcoming celebrations of storytelling through film, music, theatre, comedy and more in October 2026.
KEY DATES:
Film submissions open: Monday 2 February 2026
Super Earlybird Deadline: Monday 2 March 2026
Final Deadline: Tuesday 30 June 2026
Notification Date: Monday 3 August 2026
Event Date: 1 to 11 October 2026
2025 WINNERS
2025 WINNERS
We are so happy to announce the Winners of the 2025 Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival. Find out who won HERE