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Schedule of Events The Sunshine City Film Festival and it's Sponsors are pleased to bring to you a festival event lineup designed to give even the non-movie goer a new awareness to film-making in the Tampa Bay Area. Check out this year's festival schedule of events... SCFFX Kickoff Party Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Location: The Green Room @ Green Light Cinema Address: 221 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Let the celebration begin!!! Join us as we kick off the Sunshine City Film Festival’s 10-Year Anniversary in unforgettable style at the all-new Green Room at Green Light Cinema. This isn’t just a party—it’s the launch of a creative movement! Mix, mingle, and vibe with filmmakers, artists, and film lovers from near and far as we toast to a decade of independent film, community, and creativity. Enjoy an evening of live music, delicious bites, great drinks, and amazing networking in a space designed for inspiration and connection. Come for the party, stay for the energy—and get ready for an incredible week of film, art, and celebration in the Sunshine City!
Thursday Jan 15, 2026 Location: The Salvador Dalí Museum Address: 1 Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Step into the surreal as the Sunshine City Film Festival presents SCFFX Indie Shorts Dali Style, an evening of boundary-pushing short films that explore the unexpected, the abstract, and the extraordinary. Hosted at the world-renowned Salvador Dalí Museum, this special screening night celebrates the spirit of artistic experimentation and the limitless imagination that Dalí himself embodied. Fun fact: Dalí wasn’t just a master painter — he also collaborated with Walt Disney on a short film titled Destino and worked with Alfred Hitchcock on dream sequences that changed the way cinema visualized the subconscious. This year’s lineup features a mix of sci-fi, thought-provoking, and surreal shorts that blur the lines between art and reality, science and dream, logic and illusion — all reflecting themes of surrealism, the quantum universe, and creative exploration. Join us for an evening where film and art collide, and prepare to see storytelling through the lens of imagination. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCFFX L.I.F.E. – Ladies In Film & Entertainment Celebration Friday, January 16, 2026 Location: The Salvador Dalí Museum Address: 1 Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Celebrate the brilliance, power, and artistry of women in film at our annual L.I.F.E. (Ladies In Film & Entertainment) Celebration—a signature event of the Sunshine City Film Festival. Held at the iconic Salvador Dalí Museum, this elegant evening honors some of the most inspiring women making an impact across the film and entertainment industry, both locally and beyond. Expect an atmosphere filled with empowerment, creativity, and connection as we spotlight stories that move hearts and elevate the culture. Enjoy live moments of recognition, meaningful networking, and the shared energy of visionaries shaping the future of entertainment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCFFX Filmmakers Tour with the Film Commissioners Saturday, January 17, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Lights, camera… explore! Brought to you by the St. Pete Clearwater Film Commission and Film Tampa Bay, the SCFF Filmmakers Tour is your exclusive all-access pass to the cinematic side of the Bay Area. Join our Film Commissioners as they personally guide a select group of filmmakers, producers, directors, and writers through some of the region’s most film-friendly locations and hidden gems. Along the way, you’ll discover valuable insights about local resources, incentive programs, and opportunities designed to help you elevate your next production in the Tampa Bay area. (Space is limited — RSVP required.) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCFF Indie Shorts Night Saturday, January 17, 2026Location: The Beach Theatre Address: 315 Corey Ave, St. Pete Beach, FL Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Lights, stories, action! Join us for an evening celebrating independent short films from talented filmmakers across the Bay Area and beyond. The SCFF Indie Shorts Night showcases powerful, original stories that spark conversation and reflect the diverse voices of today’s indie film scene. Enjoy a night of cinematic discovery as we highlight filmmakers with bold ideas, unique perspectives, and storytelling that moves, inspires, and entertains. Grab your seat, your popcorn, and get ready for a night of creativity under the stars at one of St. Pete’s most historic theaters. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCFFX Student Films / International Shorts / Web Series NightSunday, January 18, 2026Location: The Beach Theatre Address: 315 Corey Ave, St. Pete Beach, FL Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMCelebrate the future of filmmaking and the global spirit of creativity at SCFFX Student Films & International Shorts Night! This dynamic evening showcases the next generation of storytellers—from middle school and high school creators to college-level filmmakers—alongside a collection of international short films and web series that bridge cultures and inspire connection. Experience a vibrant mix of storytelling, music, cultural dance, live performances, and networking, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Beach Theatre. Come support emerging talent, enjoy popcorn and great company, and witness the voices shaping the future of film. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCFFX Red Carpet Indie Shorts / Music Videos / Features ShowcaseMonday, January 19, 2026Location: TBA Time: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM Roll out the red carpet for the grand finale of the Sunshine City Film Festival’s 10-Year Anniversary Celebration! This electrifying evening features premiere screenings of feature-length selections, music videos, and indie shorts from some of the most talented filmmakers and artists in the Bay Area and beyond. Step into the spotlight, meet the creators, and experience the artistry that defines SCFF’s legacy of storytelling excellence. Following the screenings, stick around for our Closing Celebration, where we’ll announce the 2026 SCFF Award Winners and raise a toast to ten unforgettable years of creativity, community, and cinematic brilliance. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCFFX Closing Ceremony & After Party Monday Night, January 19, 2026Location: TBA Time: 10:00 PM – 1:00 AMSometimes, you’re just not ready for the good times to end! Join us as we officially close out the 10th Annual Sunshine City Film Festival in style. Celebrate our filmmakers, honor this year’s award winners, and relive the unforgettable moments that made SCFF 2026 truly special. Expect music, mingling, laughter, and plenty of photo ops as we wrap up another year of creativity in the City of Opportunity — St. Petersburg, Florida. |
We have an exciting week/weekend of events planned to help add to the historic ambience being set by the MLK Weekend that embraces the arts and culture that makes the city of St. Petersburg & Tampa 2 of the top places you must visit in the world.
