BRILLIANT SHORT FILMS, FROM EVERY CORNER OF THE WORLD

9 to 12 October 2025

Welcome to Australia’s biggest regional short film festival, Gympie’s very own Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival. This October, join us for four immersive days of brilliant short films, live music, talks, workshops, panels, parties and more.

Our 2025 Program is filled to the brim with over 25 sessions of short films, comedy, music, talks and more.

And we kick things off with a FREE community event on Thursday 9 October - GO GOLD BLOCK PARTY - at Gympie Regional Gallery.

There are plenty of free events throughout the program and lots for everyone.

Check out it and don’t miss out - book your tickets!

2025 program

2025 WINNERS

2025 WINNERS

We are so happy to announce the Winners of the 2025 Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival. Find out who won HERE