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All Are Welcome

All ethnicities and races, all genders, all sexual orientations, all religions, all countries of origin, all languages, all abilities, and all ages.

The Trail Running Film Festival is committed to being active collaborators working towards an equitable future where everyone is celebrated on trails and within our broader culture.

Your films will be shown on 100+ screens in theaters, pubs, running specialty stores and at trail races all over the world, as well as online for our virtual viewing week.

Upcoming Opportunities


SUBMISSIONS FOR 2027

Film submissions for our 2027 tour are opening in June 2026.

Important deadlines:

  • Film submissions opens: June 1, 2026
  • Film submission deadline: December 1, 2026
  • Selection announcement: January 11, 2027

Submit on FilmFreeway

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AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD

Presented by Electric Cable Car
  • ACA 2026:
  • Announcement date: After conclusion of 2026 festival tour
  • Open audience voting
  • Award: $1,000
  • ACA 2027:
  • Announcement date: After conclusion of 2027 festival tour
  • Open audience voting
  • Award: $1,500
  • Runner up: $500

GRANT APPLICATIONS

Film grant applications will open back up soon.

Currently closed

All dates are subject to change.

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REACH OUT

​ Contact executive director:
Mathias Eichler
mathias@trailfilmfest.com

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