Festival Information

The third annual La Crosse 48 Hour Film Festival, presented by the La Crosse Film Academy at the Rivoli Theatre in downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin, welcomes filmmakers from the Coulee Region to join this exciting community-building experience centered in local storytelling. Featuring short films created in just 48 hours by local filmmaking teams, the Festival aims to honor and celebrate local storytelling artists and build community among lovers of cinema. Team registration opens February 27 and spots are limited. The Festival on May 2 at the Rivoli Theatre is free to attend although donations are encouraged. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Brought to you by CRAVA.

48HR Film Festival Schedule

February 27th - Team Registration Opens

April 8th - Festival Ticket Reservations Open

April 15th - Team Registration Closes

April 24th - Festival Kick-off Event (filmmakers only) | Doors-5PM Drawing-6PM

April 26th - Film Submission Deadline | 6PM

May 2nd - Festival Event | VIP Event - 4:30, Doors-5:30PM, Festival Starts-6:30PM

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