Tier 3
New York, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
WINTER FILM FESTIVAL IS NEW YORK CITY. Like the city itself, we showcase the eclectic diversity and excitement of the independent arts world. We are an all volunteer, minority- and women-owned registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2011 in New York City by a group of filmmakers and enthusiasts. We recognize excellence and diversity in cinema, with a special emphasis on nurturing emerging filmmakers from all genres from around the world. Our mission is to promote diversity, bridge the opportunity divide and provide a platform for under-represented artists and a variety of genres, viewpoints and approaches. We believe that only by seeing others’ stories can we understand each other and only via an open door can the underrepresented artist enter the room.
The main submission deadline for Winter Film Festival NYC is around 15 November 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Winter Film Festival NYC costs from USD 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Winter Film Festival NYC accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Winter Film Festival NYC takes place in New York, United States.
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