Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Flatwater Film Festival Official Site ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [HOME](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/) - The Flatwater Film Festival is an annual event bringing together established and first-time filmmakers from across the state of Nebraska to celebrate their art. - [48HourFilmChallenge](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/48hourfilmchallenge/) - This August, the Flatwater Film Festival will be hosting its 3rd annual 48 Hour Film Challenge! THE CHALLENGE You and a few friends have just 48 hours to create and submit an original, thrilling story (2-6 minutes in length) incorporating three surprise creative elements revealed at a live-stream kick-off event. Once your masterpiece is complete - [HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH WORKSHOP](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/high-school-youth-workshop/) - Making Your First Film Principal Production · A Hands-On Filmmaking Workshop You Have a Story. This Is Where You Learn to Shoot It. In 90 minutes, you won't just learn about filmmaking — you'll actually do it. Pick up a camera. Frame your shot. Set your lights. Roll sound. Direct your first scene. All equipment - [SCHEDULE](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/schedule/) - The 2026 festival will be held September 25-27 at the historic Rivoli Theatre in downtown Seward, NE. The schedule will be posted closer to the festival date as selected films and times are still yet to be determined. - [TICKETS](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/tickets/) - 2026 Flatwater Film Festival PURCHASE ONLINE: Tickets will be available to be pre-purchased online prior to the first day of the festival. Please check back soon for the link, as we are still preparing our online store. PURCHASE AT THE FESTIVAL General Admission Standard Weekend Pass: $10General Admission Senior/Student Weekend Pass: $7General Admission Daily Pass: - [SUBMISSIONS](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/submissions/) - Submissions are now open for the 2026 festival season and will be accepted through July 12, 2026. The 2026 festival will be held September 25-27 at the historic Rivoli Theatre in downtown Seward, NE. Submission Deadline: July 12, 2026Submission Fee: $0 All submissions will be made through FilmFreeway. Please refer to our listing there for - [ABOUT](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/about/) - The Flatwater Film Festival is an annual event committed to bringing together established and first-time filmmakers from across the state of Nebraska to celebrate their art. The Flatwater Film Festival, a 501(c)3 organization, was created for the sole purpose of: To celebrate Nebraska filmmakers by providing a non-competitive platform that showcases their work, to develop - [SPONSORS](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/sponsors/) - Become a Sponsor Join us in promoting the art and crafting of filmmaking. With your help as a Sponsor, Contributor or In-Kind Donor, we will continue to foster the creation and passion of filmmaking in Nebraska! There are many ways you can impact the Flatwater Film Festival, including: Become a Sponsor of the Festival – - [HISTORY](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/history/) - 2025 48-Hour Film ChallengeThe 48-Hour Film Challenge returned for its second year on August 1-3 with 12 registered competitors. The films were screened just before the 2025 Launch Party on August 16. The films that won awards, judged by local film enthusiasts, were: BEST USE OF REQUIRED PROP (boombox/CD player) — "JC: Phone Home" by - [SURVEY](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/survey/) - 2025 Post-Festival Survey The festival organizers at the Flatwater Film Festival have worked hard to offer the best experience possible. But we know that we could do better. We already have plans for expanding our offerings in upcoming festivals, such as Q&A sessions, educational blocks, and more social activities. But we want to hear from - [ACCOMODATIONS](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/accomodations/) - For your convenience, a list of accommodations are listed below in Seward, NE., and Lincoln, NE. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites 2575 Progressive Rd, Seward, NE 68434 (5 minutes south of Seward)402-646-1004 TownePlace Suites Lincoln, NE7353 Husker Circle, Lincoln, NE 68504 (30 minutes east of Seward)402-323-2000 Other accommodation options in Seward are listed below. East Hills - [VOLUNTEER](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/volunteer/) - Thank you for your interest in joining our team! The Flatwater Film Festival relies on the dedication of volunteers who generously donate their time and share their love of movies with filmmakers and attendees. Your passion and dedication will help bring incredible films and filmmakers to life in our community. Whether you're assisting with screenings, - [Ticket Receipt](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/ticket-receipt/) - [sc_event_tickets_receipt] - [Ticket Details](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/ticket-details/) - [sc_event_tickets_details] - [Plugin Test](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/plugin-test/) - [film_festival_events] - [DONATE](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/donate/) - There are many ways to support the Flatwater Film Festival. You can give a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift, you may consider becoming a sponsor, or donate goods and services to one of our events. Your contribution can be tax-deductible in its entirety, or you can receive benefits such as event passes - [Test Schedule](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/test/) - FFF 2023 Schedule filter_alt_off Clear Filters tv Screen 1 tv Screen 2 calendar_todayFriday calendar_todaySaturday calendar_todaySunday movie Film timer Session celebration Social timer FRI | S1 | 6:30pm — WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS movie FRI | S1 | 6:41pm — SCHRÖDINGER’S CAT movie FRI | S1 | 7:06pm — GOOD ENOUGH - [PRIVACY POLICY](https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/privacy-policy/) - Last updated: (1/2/2020) The Flatwater Film Festival ("us", "we", or "our") operates https://www.flatwaterfilmfestival.com (the "Site"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use and disclosure of Personal Information we receive from users of the Site. We use your Personal Information only for providing and improving the Site. By using the Site, you