Film Fest Petaluma offers an annual showcase of the best new animated and live action short films from around the world with filmmakers in conversation. The all-day event usually takes place on a Saturday in early May. The 13th annual event will be held Saturday, April 30th, 2022 at the historic Mystic Theatre in downtown Petaluma, 30 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Shows usually take place at 12pm, 3pm & 7:30pm. Each program will feature lively post-screening discussions with filmmakers. Look for the complete line-up of the year’s short films to be announced in early April.

Check the 2021 program for an example of the range of films screened.