Tier 3
Easton, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
Founded in 2008, it is the mission of the Chesapeake Film Festival to entertain, empower, educate and inspire diverse audiences of all ages by presenting exceptional independent films and events. We offer outstanding filmmakers, experienced and emerging, a forum to showcase and discuss stories of compelling interest to our local and global community. Because of our location on the Chesapeake Bay and our diverse population, we prioritize films that focus on the environment, women’s achievement and social justice issues. The Festival also strives to be an economic engine for the Eastern Shore by enticing visitors to experience exceptional films, world-famous seafood, art, and the beauty of our waterways.
The main submission deadline for Chesapeake Film Festival is around 21 June 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Chesapeake Film Festival costs from USD 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Chesapeake Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Chesapeake Film Festival takes place in Easton, United States.
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