2026 Lost Coast Film Festival
February 05, 2026 until March 05, 2026
The Lost Coast Tourism Association invites filmmakers of all ages to submit to the 2nd Annual Lost Coast Film Contest — a community celebration of creativity, inclusivity, and local talent. Whether you’re an aspiring young director or a seasoned storyteller, this is your chance to share your work, be screened locally, and compete for cash prizes
Submission Details
Deadline: January 31, 2026
Fee: $25 per film
Length: 3–7 minutes
Requirements: Family-friendly + submitted with completed entry form
Categories: Elementary • Junior High • High School • Adult • Senio
Prize
Weekly winners in each category receive a $50 cash prize.
The Grand Prize Winner takes home $100 at the Grand Finale.
Screening Schedule (2026)
Weekly screenings begin February 5 with rotating categories so every filmmaker has a moment in the spotlight:
Feb 5: Surf Point Coffee House
Feb 12: Mi Mochima
Feb 19: Swell
Feb 26: Mario’s Marina Bar
Grand Finale – March 5: Gyppo Ale Mill
Why Participate?
Your film will be screened at local venues, and each submission helps support the Lost Coast Tourism Association’s eco-tourism and community initiatives — keeping the Lost Coast a place we’re proud to share.
Submit your film today and be part of this unforgettable celebration of storytelling and community.
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