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Call for Submissions – Wolf Tree Film Festival 2026
Submission Deadline: January 11, 2026
Festival Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Now entering its eighth year, the Wolf Tree Film Festival is seeking submissions of short films and music videos. This year’s showcase will feature films of every genre alongside standout entries in the Michigan Music Video Awards categories.
Submission Guidelines
- Short films: up to 30 minutes
- Music videos: up to 6 minutes
- Must connect to the Great Lakes region (by setting, theme, or creator)
Selected works will be screened during the festival, with awards presented and opportunities for filmmakers and musicians to connect through roundtable discussions and networking events.
Hosted at the Franke Center for the Arts in historic Marshall, Michigan, the festival celebrates bold storytelling and creative voices from across our state and the Great Lakes region.
Submit your film or music video by January 11, 2026: thefranke.org/wolf-tree/submit-your-film

