ATTENDING THE FESTIVAL
Attending the Festival
THE ULTIMATE FILMMAKER GUIDE
📍 Opening Night: October 6th, 2026
Arrive at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres (Ovation Hollywood). Check in at the Screamfest Will Call table on the 3rd floor.
| Time | Event | Who |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 PM | Check-In & Badge Pickup | Short Film Directors |
| 5:00 PM | Red Carpet & Press Wall | Short Directors (w/ Badge) |
| 5:30 PM | Check-In & Red Carpet | Feature Directors/Producers |
| 7:30 PM | Opening Night Screening | All Attendees |
| Post-Film | Opening Night Party | Invitees (Venue via check-in) |
📸 Black Carpet & Q&A Protocol
FEATURE FILMMAKERS
Arrive 45 minutes prior to your screening. The carpet closes 10 mins before showtime. Coordination with your publicist and our PR firm (MPRM) is required.
SHORT FILMMAKERS
Directors walk the carpet on Opening Night. Cast & Crew walk the carpet on your specific screening day. You are welcome to bring a mounted poster and easel!
Q&A Note: Feature filmmakers are encouraged to participate. Short film directors will introduce their films following the screening block.
🎬 Short Film Screening Rules
Most short films screen in blocks on Saturday, Oct 10th & Sunday, Oct 11th, 2026.
- Stay for the Block: Leaving early disrupts the experience. Show your peers the same respect you'd want.
- No Late Entry: Once a feature begins, late entry is strictly prohibited.
- Screening Order: Not disclosed in advance to prevent audience "drifting."
- Post-Screening: Please schedule gatherings after the entire block/feature has concluded.
🔥 Publicity: Fill Those Seats!
Our theaters seat 250–440 people. While our publicist promotes the festival, the buzz starts with you.
Challenge: Aim for 10 guests per team member. If 10 crew members invite 10 friends, you've sold 100 tickets! Sell-outs may lead to encore screenings.
📣 Publicity & Distribution Guide
Promoting your screening is an essential part of your success at the festival. For detailed information on publicity and distribution strategies, please visit our dedicated page.
🏆 Closing Night & Awards
Thursday, October 15th, 2026 | 7:30 PM
The ceremony follows the closing film. Short/Feature directors with badges are cordially invited. Note: There are no plus-ones; guests must purchase a ticket or discounted filmmaker badge in advance.
🏨 Accommodations & Travel
While we do not provide housing, we offer a curated selection of partner hotels and hostels.
Pro Tip: Use the Slack Channel to find potential roommates or host international guests!
Questions? karen@screamfestla.com | See you in Hollywood!
