Canton Film Fest
January 24, 2026 1:00 PM –9:30 PM
Overview
The Canton Film Festival celebrates the creativity of high school student filmmakers while helping students and families explore real career pathways in film and media right here in Ohio. The festival connects student creators with industry professionals, college programs, and hands-on experiences that inspire, inform and support their next steps.
Schedule Overview
• 12:30–1:00 PM – Doors Open / College Row Open
• 1:00 PM – Welcome
• 1:30–2:30 PM – Hands-On Sessions, Quick Takes, Tech Labs, College Fair
• 2:45–3:30 PM – Panel Discussion: “Reel Jobs, Real Impact: The Future Workforce of Ohio’s Growing Film Industry”
• 3:30–5:00 PM – Dinner Break (local downtown restaurants)
• 5:10–6:00 PM – 3-Minute Film Competition Screening
• 6:30–9:00 PM – Feature Film Screening (Superman, filmed in Cleveland) + Q&A with film professionals
• 9:00 PM – Film Competition Awards
• 12:30–1:00 PM – Doors Open / College Row Open
• 1:00 PM – Welcome
• 1:30–2:30 PM – Hands-On Sessions, Quick Takes, Tech Labs, College Fair
• 2:45–3:30 PM – Panel Discussion: “Reel Jobs, Real Impact: The Future Workforce of Ohio’s Growing Film Industry”
• 3:30–5:00 PM – Dinner Break (local downtown restaurants)
• 5:10–6:00 PM – 3-Minute Film Competition Screening
• 6:30–9:00 PM – Feature Film Screening (Superman, filmed in Cleveland) + Q&A with film professionals
• 9:00 PM – Film Competition Awards
This year’s festival is designed to celebrate student filmmaking while giving high school students and their families a window into creative careers in Ohio. You’ll be engaging with students who are curious, motivated, and excited to learn more about film, media, and the paths people like you have taken to get where you are.
Related Partners
Canton Palace Theatre
605 Market Ave. N Canton, Ohio 44702 (330) 454-8172 Website
Admission: $10