2026 Young Filmmakers Contest Shorts Programs
Especially for youth and families, these acclaimed short films are a curated selection of winning One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest films from over the years by and for youth looking to celebrate our planet and be inspired to protect it.
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Rating, Audience & Advisory Info
Recommended for all ages
We will be screening One Earth Young Filmmakers’ winning films in a compilation of shorts for and by environmentally engaged youth.
Program Information: Arrive early when doors open, and stay after the film for enlightening facilitated dialogue with relevant experts and advocates. Additional program details appear below, inline with each screening description.
4942 W 44th St, Chicago, IL 60638
Saturday 4/25/2026
Presented by Cultivate Collective
Doors Open at 12:30 PM (CST). Film Starts Promptly at 1:00 (CST).
Free with a suggested $10 donation.
Facilitator, panelist, and other program details are forthcoming soon.
5100 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60644
Saturday 4/25/2026
Presented by the One Earth Youth Advisory Council, in partnership with BUILD Chicago
Doors Open at 12:30 PM (CST). Film Starts Promptly at 1:00 (CST).
1-2P Young Filmmakers Contest Winner Shorts Program for families with children ages 4-7+
(films, discussion, activities, snacks).2-3:30P Young Filmmakers Contest Winner Shorts Program for families with children ages 7-11+
(films, discussion, activities, snacks).Free with a suggested $10 donation.
Facilitator, panelist, and other program details are forthcoming soon.