# Event Details - **Event Name**: MANHATTAN SHORT Film festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: LACA will host 3 separate screenings of the MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival Sept. 24, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.About this EventFilm lovers in Ludington, Mich. will join over 100,000 film enthusiasts around the world during as the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT film festival screens at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA).The MANHATTAN SHORT film festival features 10 films and screen simultaneously across the world during a one-week period, with the Best Film and Best Actor awards determined by ballots cast by the audiences in each participating venue. By virtue of their selection by MANHATTAN SHORT, each short film is automatically Oscar-qualified.LACA will host screenings Thursday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m.; Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 3 p.m.; and Thursday, Oct. 1, at noon; Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased at LACA or online at https://www.ludingtonartscenter.org/manhattan-shortYou Be the Judge!Which of these Final Ten short films is the best? That's up to a worldwide audience to decide. Cinema-goers across the United States and around the globe will become instant film critics as they are handed a ballot upon entry that allows them to vote for the Best Film and Actor. MANHATTAN SHORT is the ultimate audience award that salutes the creative talents of both directors behind the camera and actors in front of it. Votes will be sent through to MANHATTAN SHORT HQ with the winner announced at ManhattanShort.com on Monday Oct 7, at 10 a.m. EST.The Ludington Area Center for the Arts is a 501c3 Not for Profit that strives to foster a community where arts and culture bring us together, feed the creative spirit, and fuel community growth. Located at 107 S. Harrison St. in downtown Ludington, Mich. The art center is open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. LACA offers monthly exhibits, with first Friday of the month opening receptions; and a wide assortment performances and workshops. Art Shop 107 by LACA serves as the art center’s gift shop and features amazing original artwork from LACA members, perfect for gifts or home décor. For more information about LACA visit www.ludingtonartscenter.org. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ludington/manhattan-short-film-festival/100001997752251763 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, festivals, art, theatre, workshops, first-friday - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 20 hours 30 minutes - Location: Ludington Area Center for the Arts - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 12.51, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Ludington - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Ludington Area Center for the Arts - **lat**: 43.9548311 - **long**: -86.44626099999999 - **full address**: Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 South Harrison Street, Ludington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: MANHATTAN SHORT Film festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a1e8ca03f757072336763e3630df33a8ae17dfb529b8d2b5352d521efbb7c040-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1786580893 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is MANHATTAN SHORT Film festival being held? - **A:** MANHATTAN SHORT Film festival takes place on Thu, 24 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 South Harrison Street, Ludington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing MANHATTAN SHORT Film festival? - **A:** MANHATTAN SHORT Film festival is organized by LACA - Ludington Area Center for the Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** MANHATTAN SHORT Film festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ludington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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