LOVE YOUR SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL is coming February 12-15, 2026 to The Ritz Theater. The Ritz Theater is located at 201 S. Magnolia Avenue, Sanford, FL 32771 at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center. Short films from around the world will come together in the heart of Sanford.
Get an insider view of the festival by attending Thursday, February 12, 2026 for a free event open to everyone. Learn more about the film festival and the people involved in the industry. The evening is in partnership with Orlando Independent Filmmakers (OIF).
On Friday, February 13, 2026 at 7pm, Opening Night is taking place with a mix of genres providing an example of what is to come all weekend. At 9pm, the Opening Night Gala (limited availability) will begin.
Film blocks "E" are for everyone-Family Friendly Films, Animation, Comedy, Drama. Documentary, International, Sci-fi/Horror will have films screening throughout the weekend schedule.
Florida Flavor is a block of films made primarily in Florida or about anywhere by filmmakers who are Florida residents during the production of the film. This block will screen on the last day of the festival at 3pm.
The final presentation of the festival is a Best of the Fest film block at 7pm on Sunday, February 15, where the winning films of each block will be shown and The Best of the Festival Award will be given as decided by the festival's panel of judges.