Denver Regional Youth Film Festival

Cancelled Due to COVID-19 (DENVER, CO.) – This year marks the 130th Anniversary of the original Elitch Gardens and we are so excited to announce the 3rd Annual Denver Regional Youth Film Festival as part of our Children's Day in partnership with Blissfest333, the Youth International Silent Film Festival, and The Bug Theatre. We will be featuring unique, intelligent films from Colorado for young audiences and their families. Denver Regional Youth Film Festival celebrates Mary Elitch’s core mission: to introduce the cultural arts to our youth, open their minds, stimulate their curiosity, and deepen their compassion and understanding. DRYFF will give them exposure to high-quality films, compelling stories, and diverse perspectives from around the world and their own backyard. This year’s features will transport the audience into animated worlds to real worlds with beauty, thrilling thought-provoking adventures, friendships and fearless triumphs and tragedies. Submissions are open to all Colorado Filmmakers who have a film suitable for youth up to 20 years old. Come join us for the 3rd Annual Denver Regional Youth Film Festival. This event will become a family favorite that you won’t want to miss. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 18 and under are FREE.