Events Calendar

Keep in the loop about the latest indie filmmaking events near you - from festivals to screenings, workshops and networking.

Fri. 6th Jun 2025
Starts: 6 p.m.
Screening   £12 - £14
Lоndоn Genesis Cinema, E1 4UJ

A one-night-only screening of bold and brilliant short films, including an Oscar-nominated animation and performances from Olivia Colman and Missi Pyle. Curated by CineBooth in collaboration with ShortsTV, this is cinema on a small scale with big heart. Doors open early for drinks, and there’s networking afterwards too. Tickets must be booked via Genesis Cinema.

Fri. 6th Jun 2025
Series / Festival   £10 - £72
Lоndоn Kingston at the Rose Theatre, Odeon and University Town House, KT1 1HL

June 6-8 : KIFF 2025 is now in its fourth year. 3 days of screenings, workshops, panels and networking.
74 films : Features and Shorts both UK and International. Industry events with Film London, NFTS, and ScreenSkills, Smash Media and more. plus a talk from Adrian Wooton on The Who’s on Screen Adventures followed by a screening of 50th Anniversary version of TOMMY.
(events tickets/screenings…

Fri. 6th Jun 2025
Series / Festival   £10 - £72
Lоndоn Kingston at the Rose Theatre, Odeon and University Town House, KT1 1HL

June 6-8 : KIFF 2025 is now in its fourth year. 3 days of screenings, workshops, panels and networking.
74 films : Features and Shorts both UK and International. Industry events with Film London, NFTS, and ScreenSkills, Smash Media and more. plus a talk from Adrian Wooton on The Who’s on Screen Adventures followed by a screening of 50th Anniversary version of TOMMY.
(events tickets/screenings…

Sat. 7th Jun 2025
Starts: 7 p.m.
Talk / Seminar   FREE
Lоndоn FOMO House, E2 7EG

The Film and TV Charity is hosting an evening at FOMO House to explore how filmmakers can support mental health on and off set. Expect insights into their Whole Picture Toolkit, open discussion about challenges on productions, and time to socialise over drinks. Whether you’re directing, crewing, or just care about creating healthier sets, you’re welcome.

Tue. 10th Jun 2025
Starts: 6 p.m.
Networking   £6.13
Lоndоn Karma Sanctum Soho, W1B5NF

Join us on Tuesday, 10th June 2025, for an unforgettable evening of summer connection and cinematic creativity! ☀️✨

Set in the stylish surroundings of Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel, this exclusive networking soirée is the perfect gathering for actors, writers, producers, directors, camera operators, and editors to meet, mingle, and spark new projects — all under the warm glow of London’s creative s…

Thu. 12th Jun 2025
Starts: 1 p.m.
Talk / Seminar   FREE
ONLINE

Coming up Thursday 12th June at 13:00 GMT Instagram Live!
We’ll be sitting down with NM Production’s Founder & Executive Producer Anissa Payne. 

Interviewed by Shiny’s very own Curtis Lewis, aka @directedbycurtis. Find more advice and insights from industry experts in the Industry Access archive on the Shiny website - https://www.shinyawards.com/archive

Sat. 14th Jun 2025
Starts: 11 a.m.
Talk / Seminar   £6
Lоndоn New Road Hotel, E1 1HJ

Join us for an insightful session with filmmaker Greg Burnett, as he shares his experiences as a globally-travelled creative professional. Hosted by Wex and Atomos, this event is perfect for filmmakers, content creators, and gear enthusiasts looking to elevate their craft. Greg will dive into the tools and techniques that have shaped his workflow, with a special focus on external monitoring and t…

Sun. 15th Jun 2025
Starts: 3:30 p.m.
Screening   £8
Lоndоn ArtHouse Crouch End, N8 9BT

Award-winning filmmaker Tal Amiran returns to ArtHouse with a special showcase of his powerful short docs, including a screening of his latest film Weree, about celebrated outsider artist Johnson Weree. The programme also includes Seven Days a Week, Sand Men and Dafa Metti – with subjects ranging from street life to migration – followed by a Q&A with film historian and critic Ian Christie.

Mon. 16th Jun 2025
Starts: 6:30 p.m.
Networking   FREE
Greater Mаnсhеѕtеr 53two, M3 4LP

The Independent Film Cooperative Manchester welcomes everyone from all backgrounds and with any level of experience! (Actors are welcome, too.)

They run their networking events 'speed-dating'-style; you have 5 minutes to talk with someone before you move around so you get a chance to speak with almost everyone by the end of the night!

Thu. 19th Jun 2025
Starts: 7 p.m.
Talk / Seminar   FREE
Lоndоn FOMO House, E2 7EG

Sony’s latest updates are landing at FOMO. This hands-on evening will explore the Burano’s new firmware and the Venice Extension System Mini, with a tech overview from Sony’s Will Newman and DOP Chris Carcelle sharing his field experience. Stick around for drinks and try out the kit—including a Snorricam session to test the Burano’s compact power for yourself.