Tier 3
Glendale, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
The Glendale International Film Festival (GIFF) is presented and produced by Glendale Arts (GA), an award-winning non-profit dedicated to delivering dynamic, multidisciplinary arts and entertainment programming and generating year-round opportunities that foster connection and collaboration among artists, audiences, the industry, and our community. GIFF celebrates storytelling and the art of cinema, highlighting the powerful impact of film as a medium, the talented creative artists that drive it, and the enduring tradition of moviegoing.
The main submission deadline for Glendale International Film Festival is around 26 June 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Glendale International Film Festival costs from USD 25 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Glendale International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Glendale International Film Festival takes place in Glendale, United States.
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