CineYouth

April 24 – 26, 2026

Now in its 21st edition, CineYouth is Cinema/Chicago’s annual film festival celebrating filmmakers 22 and younger from around the world. Since 2005, CineYouth has provided a platform for emerging talent to share their work, connect with fellow filmmakers, and learn from industry professionals. Held annually in Chicago at FACETS, the festival features in-theater and online screenings, hands-on workshops, live Q&As, and more. Best of all, all CineYouth events are FREE and open to the public!

CINEYOUTH 2026

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Submit Your Film
Submissions for CineYouth 2026 open on November 1, 2025.

CineYouth Internships
Apply to be a Programming Committee Intern. Applications are due by November 16, 2025.

ABOUT CINEYOUTH

The CineYouth 2025 Team
Meet the programming team, mentors, and advisory committee of CineYouth

CineYouth Venue: FACETS
CineYouth workshops and screenings are held at FACETS, a fully accessible venue at 1517 W Fullerton Ave in the Lincoln Park neighborhood.

Past Festivals
Check out the films and workshops from previous CineYouth festivals:

CineYouth 2025
CineYouth 2024
CineYouth 2023
CineYouth 2022

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CineYouth 2025 Supporters

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Major Sponsor

Supporters

Additional Support

This project is partially supported by a CityArts Grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events. This program is partially supported by a grant for the Illinois Arts Council Agency.