The second annual Manzanita Film Festival returns to the Pine Grove Community House in Manzanita, Oregon, on October 2–3, 2026, showcasing short films from across the Pacific Northwest.
The event highlights films made in, about, or by filmmakers from Oregon and the greater Pacific Northwest, with a special focus on the Oregon coast. It features a mix of comedic gems, tales of heartbreak, hand-drawn animation, and nature documentaries.
Festival schedule
Friday, October 2
7 p.m.: Friday Night Frights (doors at 6 p.m.) — a collection of offbeat short films that are some scary, some funny, and all terrific.
Saturday, October 3
12 p.m.: Live Action Shorts (doors at 11 a.m.)
2 p.m.: Animated Shorts (doors at 1:30 p.m.)
4 p.m.: Documentary Shorts (doors at 3:30 p.m.)
All screenings take place at the Pine Grove Community House, 225 Laneda Ave., Manzanita.
Tickets
Individual program tickets are $10 each. A Saturday All-Day Pass covering Live Action, Animated, and Documentary Shorts is $30. All tickets include complimentary beverages and snacks. Purchase online at manzanitafilmfestival.com/tickets.
The festival is directed by Justin Graham and Pam Statz. Sponsors and partners include the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association, Oregon Film, The Winery at Manzanita, the City of Manzanita, the Pine Grove Community House, Steeplejack Brewing, Laurelhurst Theater & Pub, San Dune Inn, Ocean Inn, Zing Studio, Kranbox, The Culinary Concierge, and ScovelINK.
For more information, visit manzanitafilmfestival.com.
