PFCAT Creator Expo

Sat Aug 22 2026 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm UTC-07:00

OMSI | Portland

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PFCAT Creator Expo
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Where Portland’s animation and filmmaking communities connect.
About this Event

PFCAT Creator Expo

Whether you're building your first project or your next one, PFCAT’s Creator Expo brings together the organizations shaping film, animation and creativity in and around Portland.

Meet collaborators, discover resources, and get a clearer sense of where your work fits. This is a chance to see who’s working, what’s possible, and where you can plug in, whether you're just starting out or already in the field.

The Creator Expo is part of the Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology (PFCAT), running August 18–23 at OMSI and Tomorrow Theater. The festival is will be screening over 150 films and animations from around the globe, and will also include panel discussions, networking events and parties, and an award ceremony.

This event is now free to the public with advance registration, thanks to a grant from the Multnomah County Cultural Coalition.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Once you register for the PFCAT Creator Expo, you will be emailed a QR code for entry from OMSI's ticketing. Please register with an email address that can receive these tickets.

👉 Festival website: www.pdxfestofcinema.com
🎟 Tickets for screenings + schedule of other events: Coming soon


What to Expect
  • Creative organizations + collectives
    Meet groups actively looking for new members and collaborators
  • Hands-on tools + production demos
    Explore filmmaking gear, animation workflows, and emerging creative tech
  • Education + career pathways
    Connect with programs, workshops, and resources supporting skill development and growth
  • Process, not just polish
    See stop-motion props and behind-the-scenes work up close
  • Local institutions & creative support
    Learn what’s available in Portland to support your projects and practice

Creator Expo Event Schedule
  • 11:00 AM – Doors Open
  • 11:10 AM – Opening Announcements
  • 1:45 PM – Closing Announcements + Raffle

Come and go as you like. You can stay for 20 minutes or the full afternoon.


Tickets

🎟 Free Admission (Registration Required)
All ages welcome. Guests under 13 must attend with a parent or guardian.

Looking for more? Explore additional screenings, panels, and events during PFCAT:
Festival schedule & tickets → Coming soon

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

OMSI, 1945 Southeast Water Avenue, Portland, United States

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