Saturday 24 October 2026 · Rex Smeal Park, Port Douglas

The Best Short Films on Earth.

Port Shorts Film Festival · Gates open 4:30pm
Port Shorts 2026

A night of extraordinary short films

Join us under the stars at Rex Smeal Park for the Open Filmmakers Awards, Local Filmmakers Awards and Music Video Awards.

Saturday 24 October

Festival Schedule

Gates Open
Reel FuturesJunior & Youth Winners
Music Videos
Welcome
Films StartLOCAL films followed by OPEN films
Awards Ceremony
Before you arrive

Good to know

Fabulous food will be available for purchase.
No BYO food or alcohol — a full bar will be available.
Please bring a blanket or chair to sit on.
We love dogs, but please leave yours at home tonight.
Some films may not be suitable for children without parental supervision.
See you at Rex Smeal Park

Ready for a night at the movies?