DATE Thursday, October 1; 7:00PM

TICKETS $15

MANHATTAN SHORT is not a touring Festival; rather, it is an instantaneous celebration that occurs simultaneously across the globe, bringing great films to great venues and allowing the audiences to select their favorites.

YOU BE THE JUDGE! Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening Sept.24-Oct, 4, 2026. You’ll join film lovers simultaneously in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist in this year’s event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and short films continuing to move into the Hollywood mainstream, come see this entertaining program featuring the best short films in the world today! Ballots supplied upon entry.

BEFORE THE SHORTS…

The Barnegat Light First Aid Squad Fundraiser

TIME 6:00PM 

Join us at the LBIF before the screening of the Manhattan Short to support and fundraise for local emergency medical service, the Barnegat Light First Aid Squad. Your support ensures they have the highest quality medical equipment and ambulances for our Island community to continue to provide free, 24/7 medical assistance. Please come early to support and get a great seat for the Shorts! Refreshments will be provided.