This September, the City of Hvar will host another edition of the Hvar Film Festival, its second in a row. After being warmly welcomed by both the audience and the film industry at its inaugural edition, the organizers stated that this was more than enough encouragement for this festival and cultural initiative to continue its journey in the City of Hvar.
This year’s edition will last five days, from September 10 to 14, taking place at two venues, with a daytime program dedicated to the film industry and evening screenings for the public at Veneranda.
The 2nd Hvar Film Festival will present 16 short films, screened in three competition slots as part of the Veneranda summer cinema program, every evening at 8:30 PM. Admission will be free, and tickets will be available online via Entrio.hr or at the festival box office located at the Hvar Tourist Board Office.
Once again, the Festival will host film professionals as part of the Sunny Shorts Film Market, with programs designed for producers and directors, as well as a special Actor’s Hub program that will bring together five carefully selected actors and actresses. They will participate in professional workshops, masterclasses, and other activities in the City of Hvar.
The Hvar Film Festival remains dedicated to the development and promotion of short films from Croatia and across Europe. This commitment is further reinforced by the Festival’s plan to present its finalized concept for an industry-focused film program, which, according to the Festival’s development strategy, will in the coming years become a central hub for short film development.
What’s most important to know about the 2nd Hvar Film Festival?
· HFF opens on September 10 with a ceremonial opening at Veneranda at 8:30 PM, featuring the opening ceremony and screenings of two short films. Entry is by invitation or a pre-reserved free ticket.
· From September 11 to 13, three competition slots of films will be screened at the Veneranda summer cinema.
· During the day, a series of workshops and panel discussions will take place as part of the Sunny Shorts Film Market, some of which will be open to the public.
· The final day of the Festival will feature Hvar Matinee, a music event that will close the Festival, while the official awards ceremony will once again be held exclusively for filmmakers and accredited guests.
· Tickets for all screenings and events can be reserved for free online via Entrio.hr or at the festival box office at the Hvar Tourist Board Office, except for Hvar Matinee featuring Tim Green, for which tickets will be available for purchase via Entrio.hr or at the Veneranda entrance, priced at EUR 20.00.
· The film selection will be publicly available from August 22, 2025.
· The full program and tickets will be available from September 1, 2025.
Special guests – rising film stars This year’s Festival will be marked by the arrival of several European film stars who will take part in the Festival’s industry program, with public talks also open to the audience. The names of the guests will be announced at the end of August.
The Festival is held under the patronage of the City of Hvar, the Hvar Tourist Board, and the Cultural Institution 1612.
For all information about the Festival, visit the Hvar Tourist Board Office starting September 1, 2025, or contact us now via email at festival@hvarfilmfestival.com.