Celebrate our dynamic, all-ages community of moving-image makers at the 30th edition of Ohio Shorts! This annual festival showcases Buckeye-made short films spanning documentary, animation, dramatic narrative, and more. This year’s Ohio Shorts is curated by celebrated writer Hanif Abdurraqib (A Little Devil in America, There’s Always This Year), and the trailer was created by Ohio Shorts alum Addi Byler, whose short film was featured in 2025. The full program lineup will be listed on this page closer to the festival.
Join us for a postscreening reception with the filmmakers at the Wex. While you enjoy snacks and a cash bar, we’ll announce the $500 Jury Award winner, selected by Abdurraqib, and the audience will vote on the $300 Audience Choice Award recipient.
Sat, May 2 • 6:00 pm