Manhattan Short Film Festival

Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:30 pm UTC+10:00

Warners Bay Theatre, baramayiba | Warners Bay

Lake Mac Arts and Culture
Publisher/HostLake Mac Arts and Culture
Manhattan Short Film Festival
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Over 100,000 film lovers in 500+ cities across 6 continents gather to view and vote on Films in the 29th MANHATTAN SHORT Film Fest.
About this Event

Ten short films are selected from entries from around the world and will screen in over 500 venues across six continents during one week. Audiences at each venue are handed a voting card and asked to vote for the one film they think is best. Votes are sent through to Manhattan Short HQ and the winner is announced the following day.

Every film selected as a finalist will be eligible to enter the Academy Awards in 2027.



TICKETS

General Admission $15.00 (plus Eventbrite b/fee)

Lake Mac Arts Member $13.50 (plus Eventbrite b/fee)

Membership cards need to be presented at event entry. Not a member? Find out more about Lake Mac Arts Memberships Lake Mac Arts membership - Lake Macquarie Arts

Tickets can be pre-purchased online and also at the door, subject to availability.

Please note there is no need to print your tickets off for this event, the staff can provide electronic check in upon entry.

Content warning: Films may include strong language, violence, and adult themes.



VENUE INFORMATION

SEATING

All seating is general admission.

PARKING

The carpark at the rear of the theatre can be accessed via the John Street entrance, with limited on street parking available.

COMPANION CARDS

Warners Bay Theatre accepts Companion Card bookings, please call 02 4921 0400 to book.

At the time of purchase, Companion Card holders provide their valid Companion Card number and expiry date. Cardholders purchase one ticket and will then be issued with one complimentary ticket for their essential support companion.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Warners Bay Theatre can be accessed via a ramp on Lake St and flat entry once inside the building. The venue has LH and RH accessible toilets. There are two accessible parking spots are in the car park behind the theatre via the John Street entry.

Warners Bay Theatre honours companion cards.

HEARING LOOP

Set hearing loop to T (Telecoil) - coverage between stage and tiered seating.

DRINKS AND SNACKS

There will be a bar open with wine, beer and snacks available to purchase using EFTPOS only.

Learn more about Lake Mac: Visit Lake Macquarie | Love the Lake

This event may be photographed and filmed and your image could be used in advertising and promotion by Lake Macquarie City Council. Should you wish to not be photographed or filmed please advise event organisers on entry at the event.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Warners Bay Theatre, baramayiba, 39 Lake Street, Warners Bay, Australia

Tickets

AUD 15.41 to AUD 16.99

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