Macao International Short Film Festival

澳門國際短片影展 / Festival Internacional de Curtas de Macau

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Arts & CultureMacao cinemas/cultural venues
Dates4–12 December 2026Confirmed listing
Duration9 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsAs one of Macao's newest film festivals
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: MOP
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Macao International Short Film Festival in Macao cinemas/cultural venues

Macao International Shorts Film Festival (MISFF) launched in 2024, jointly organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau and Galaxy Entertainment Group, screening short films across five sections including Macao Shorts, New Voices from Horizon and East Asia View. The second edition, held September 14 to 21, showcased local filmmaking talent, offered cash prizes up to MOP45,000, and partnered with Venice Days at the Venice International Film Festival.

Short films rarely get top billing at major festivals, usually relegated to sidebar programs squeezed between feature premieres.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

As one of Macao's newest film festivals, MISFF fills a specific niche by focusing entirely on short-form work, a format often overlooked by larger festivals built around feature films

02

The mystery stays covered

Its five sections, spanning Macao Shorts, New Voices from Horizon and East Asia View among others, give both emerging local filmmakers and established regional voices dedicated space rather than a single sidebar slot

03

The city starts moving

The partnership with Venice Days, part of the Venice International Film Festival, gives Macao's short-film community a direct link to one of world cinema's most prestigious platforms, while cash prizes reaching MOP45,000 provide meaningful support for filmmakers early in their careers

04

The water draws everyone in

Backing from both the Cultural Affairs Bureau and Galaxy Entertainment Group reflects a coordinated push to position Macao as a co-production and shooting hub

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

MISFF is a recently established institution

Water and renewal

Living ritual

launched in 2024

The sacred route

Living ritual

with no historic or religious roots

The local code

Living ritual

It reflects a deliberate strategy by the Cultural Affairs Bureau and Galaxy Entertainment Group to grow Macao's film industry infrastructure and reputation

Tradition 5

Living ritual

building on the earlier success of IFFAM by carving out dedicated space for short-form filmmaking and emerging talent

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

4–12 December 2026

Getting around

Use Macao cinemas/cultural venues transport around the venue or route first; event-day controls can change normal timing.

What to wear

Casual attire suits most screenings; smarter dress is appropriate for any awards ceremony or gala event connected to the festival's closing program.

Safety

Macao International Short Film Festival is easier with a small bag, charged phone and group plan that survives poor signal.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Macao cinemas/cultural venues, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

MOP

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map22.20 N, 113.55 EOpen in Google Maps

Macao cinemas/cultural venues, Macao, Macao

Nearest airportMFM — Macau
TransportUse Macao cinemas/cultural venues transport around the venue or route first; event-day controls can change normal timing.
Stay areaStay near workable transport in Macao cinemas/cultural venues, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Macao International Short Film Festival?

Macao International Short Film Festival is listed for 4–12 December 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Macao International Short Film Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Macao cinemas/cultural venues, Macao. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

9 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Macao cinemas/cultural venues, Macao, Macao

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLmacauinternationalshortfilmfestival.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates4–12 December 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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