Aesthetica Short Film Festival
When4–8 November 2026
WhereCity Screen Picturehouse, 13-17 Coney Street (and city venues), YO1 9QL York
TypeCulture festival
The Aesthetica Short Film Festival is a BAFTA-qualifying festival held across venues in the historic city of York. It screens hundreds of short films alongside masterclasses, industry sessions, games and virtual-reality showcases each November. It draws filmmakers and audiences from around the world.