Students

 

FEST is more than a film festival. It’s a vibrant platform for emerging filmmakers and industry professionals, combining competitive and non-competitive sections with conferences, workshops, masterclasses, and unique networking opportunities.

Why FEST?
Designed for emerging talent, FEST offers the perfect environment for young filmmakers to kickstart their careers. For eight inspiring days, Espinho becomes a global hub for creativity, learning, and collaboration, welcoming participants from dozens of countries. In a relaxed seaside setting, students can showcase their work, gain practical knowledge, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections—all while enjoying an unforgettable experience. You can download our FESTival Book Guide for Students at the end of this page.

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The 22nd edition of FEST will take place from June 20 to June 28, 2026.

 

PRO accreditation means full access to FEST, from June 20 to 28, 2026, including:

  • Training Ground Masterclasses and Workshops
  • Networking dinners, parties, and cocktails
  • Pitching Forum – project presentations
  • Directors Hub
  • Sound and Music Hub

All this in the sunny seaside city of Espinho, at a festival that has been connecting cinema and industry together in Portugal for 22 years! 

 

Please note that, as a student of a partner institution, you also have special conditions for film and project submissions.

 

Discover special conditions for students at our network of over 100 partners in Portugal and worldwide! By registering through our exclusive student page, you’ll get this special conditions:

  • 20% student discount 
  • 30% discount for groups (4 or more accreditations)
  • PARTNERS INSTITUTIONS: 40% direct discount & 50% group discount. Find out who our partners are.

If you have any questions, email us at students@fest.pt.

HOW TO GET YOUR ACCREDITATION

  1. Click the button above to access our secure checkout via Stripe.
  2. As a student of a partner institution, the button above will direct you to contact us directly by email, through which you should request your registration for the next edition of FEST.
  3. With PRO accreditation, you can also purchase a Networking Dinners entrance pack. Select this option during your Stripe purchase by checking the form. Please note that both options have additional costs.
  4. After payment, you will receive a confirmation email for your accreditation. If you book accommodation or Networking Dinners, you will receive separate confirmation emails for each purchase.
  5. You will receive an email requesting the information needed to complete your accreditation profile on our platform. Please fill in all the required details before the festival to connect with other participants and ensure you get the most out of this experience.

 

We highly recommend reading our Terms and Conditions before making your purchase. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at registrations@fest.pt.

 

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • With any accreditation, you can book a place to stay in one of our Partner Accommodations. They will be available in the next few weeks.
  • If you purchase your accreditation as a student through our Students page, you will need to provide proof of student status (e.g., valid student ID or enrollment certificate).
  • If you have a FilmFreeway account, you can also acquire your accreditation through the platform.

 

 

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