St. Paul Neighborhood
Film Festival
Celebrating Local Films.
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Connecting Community.
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Celebrating Local Films. 〰️ Connecting Community. 〰️
The St. Paul Neighborhood Film Festival celebrates local filmmakers, community stories, and the people who make media across the Twin Cities. The festival brings filmmakers and audiences together through screenings, awards, and opportunities to connect with Minnesota's creative community.
March 12 - 13, 2027
About the Festival
A festival built around community media.
The festival will feature selected films, opportunities to connect with other media makers, and a public celebration of storytelling in the Twin Cities.
Audiences will vote for awards, Best in Category & best in show
Categories
Docs, Narrative, Web series, experimental, music videos, vertical video.
Join Us in Saint Paul
The Festival will bring filmmakers, audiences, and community members together in the Twin Cities for screenings, celebration, and connection.
For Filmmakers
Submit Your Film
Early bird entries open September 14!
Support Local Media
Partner with SPNN to support a spring film festival for filmmakers, with accessible entry fees, multiple genres, and opportunities to build meaningful industry connections.
For more information, Contact Bonnie:
schumacher@spnn.org
Become a Festival Sponsor
Community Builder
$750
Includes:
Logo on event signage
Recognition on SPNN's website and social media
Mentions during the event
Two event tickets
Innovation Partner
$1500
Includes:
All community-building sponsor benefits
Logo on promotional materials and event slideshow
Opportunity to provide promotional materials at the event
Media Changemaker
$2000
Includes:
Premier logo placement on all event marketing
Recognition throughout the event
Opportunity to present an award
5 VIP event tickets
Featured recognition on social media and post-event communications
Custom Sponsorships
SPNN can create a custom sponsorship package that fits your organization and goals.
Unique Sponsorship Opportunities
Beverage Sponsor · Food Sponsor · Photo Booth Sponsor · Award Sponsor · Welcome Gift Sponsor for the filmmakers.
Why Sponsor?
Your sponsorship directly supports SPNN's mission of ensuring everyone has access to media education, storytelling tools, and a platform where community voices can be heard. We would be honored to partner with your business to help strengthen local media and elevate the voices that make our community unique.
Choose your Festival Experience
Attend the Festival
$25
Full Festival
Enjoy access to the complete festival program across the weekend.
$25
Friday Night
Join us for Friday evening screenings and festival programming.
$25
Saturday Only
Access Saturday screenings, community connections, and festival activities.
$50
VIP Ticket
Celebrate filmmakers and the stories recognized by the festival.
$5
Award Show
Support the festival with a premium festival experience.