European Film Awards Film Festivals - 2026

International short film festival in France presenting competitive programs for short films. Qualifying winners become eligible for Academy Awards, BAFTA, César, and European Film Awards consideration.

Long-established international documentary film festival in Germany presenting documentary and animated works in competitive programs. Academy Awards and European Film Awards qualification applies to designated short documentary and animated short awards.

Internationally recognized short film festival in the Netherlands presenting competitive programs for short films. Academy Awards, BAFTA, and European Film Awards qualification applies to designated short film awards.

International short film festival in Germany presenting competitive sections for narrative and animated shorts. Qualifying winners become eligible for Academy Awards, BAFTA, and European Film Awards consideration.