Filmmaking teams had just one weekend to write, shoot, and edit a short film — and now it's time to see the results on the big screen. The Cinema Arts Centre's 48 Hour Film Competition brings together local filmmakers for a night of creative showmanship, audience reactions, and a $400 top prize.

Each team will introduce their film before the screening, and the Cinema Arts Centre Youth Advisory Board will judge the entries. Whether you're a filmmaker, a film fan, or just curious to see what people can create under pressure, this is one of the most fun and energetic nights on the CAC calendar.

When: Friday, August 14, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Where: Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington, NY 11743
Cost: $18 Public | $11 Members | Free for team members
Note: $400 top prize judged by Youth Advisory Board