Barcelona, Spain
Physical film festival in Barcelona, Spain with submission categories including Cortos de animación y VFX.
b’Ars, Barcelona International Arts & VFX Fair, is now Entries Open for the third edition of the b’Ars in Short screening programme. The aim of the programme is to promote and showcase the creativity and talent of young creators in the fields of animation and VFX, providing spaces where they can present their work and connect with the professional community.
DEADLINES - Entries must be submitted before October 13, 2026. - Announcement of the selected works: November 6, 2026. - The public screening of the short films will take place on December 11, 2026 (morning and afternoon).
REQUIREMENTS Participants: - People between 18 and 30 years old.
In the case of groups, 75% of the members must fall within this age range.
Participation may be individual or in groups. - In the case of groups, one person must act as the group representative for registration purposes.
Production companies, universities or schools may submit a maximum of 5 short films. - With the aim of promoting local talent within a global framework, a minimum of 50% of the final selection (2 short films) will be guaranteed to be created by Catalan authors or authors residing in Catalonia at the time of application. - The festival will provide a travel allowance for selected participants living outside the Barcelona metropolitan area.
The amount will be announced together with the selected short films and will depend on sponsorship availability.
Works: - All techniques are accepted: 2D animation, 3D animation, special effects, experimental, stop motion, etc. - Advertising pieces
ANIMATION & VFX SHORT FILMS to be screened as part of the international b’Ars Barcelona International Arts & VFX Fair Advertising pieces, animated spots, music videos (provided they include animation or visual effects), VR/AR experiences and video game cinematics. All techniques are welcome: 2D animation, 3D animation, special effects, experimental, stop motion, etc.
