Flatwater Film Festival

10/02/2026

🎬 ONE WEEK LATER… AND WE’RE STILL THINKING ABOUT IT.

The 6th Flatwater Film Festival has come to a close, but the memories are still fresh. ❤️

Six years of independent films.
Six years of filmmakers sharing their stories.
Six years of conversations, new friendships, unexpected moments, and a whole lot of movie magic.

And while we could tell you our favorite moments from this year's festival…

We want to hear yours.

🎥 What was your favorite film?

🎬 What moment made you laugh, cry, or think?

🤝 Did you meet a filmmaker or fellow film lover who made your weekend memorable?

🍿 Or maybe your favorite moment had absolutely nothing to do with a movie!

Tell us: What was your favorite moment from Flatwater 2026?

Drop it in the comments. We'd love to relive the weekend with you.

Don’t forget to take our survey! We can only get better if we know how to improve!

https://flatwaterfilmfestival.com/survey/

09/27/2026

And that’s a wrap on Year 6 of the Flatwater Film Festival!

Thank you to our filmmakers, volunteers, sponsors, partners, and everyone who laughed, cried, cheered, and watched some great films with us this weekend.

Six years later, we’re still here because of this incredible community—and we couldn’t be more grateful.

Thank you for making Flatwater what it is.

We’ll see you for Year 7! 🎬

09/27/2026

🎉 Day 3 of the Festival is here! We’re kicking things off with an inspiring discussion, “Writer’s Block,” with Shelby Hagerdon and Michael Gérard White ! ✍️📚

09/27/2026

We love the sound of film lovers sharing ideas! Flatwater after-party is at Bottle Rocket Brewing LLC.

09/27/2026

Let's get this party started! Flatwater after-party is at Bottle Rocket Brewing LLC..

09/26/2026

Marc Longbrake of Omaha Film Festival and Ben Matukewicz of Benson Film Festival discuss their upcoming seasons for open submissions. Be on the look out for updates from these fantastic festivals. Keep sharing your art!

09/26/2026

09/26/2026

Flatwater day 2 at Rivoli Theatre Seward Nebraska is in full swing! We are heading up our sessions with Speed Networking. Thank you to everyone who attended day one and hung out at the after party at Sparetime Lounge & Grill

09/26/2026

Flatwater is underway!!! Here’s to some amazing memories made this weekend.