Phoenix Film Festival Youth Programs
7000 E. Mayo Blvd., #1059, Phoenix, AZ 85054
About
Phoenix Film Festival Youth Programs includes Kids' Day, Middle / High School Workshops, and Film Summer Camp. Kids' Day is a free event with age-appropriate, hands-on activity stations focused on different parts of the filmmaking process. The workshops offer film-related educational activities during the Phoenix Film Festival, and Film Summer Camp covers the technical elements of digital filmmaking from pre- to post-production.
Programs
- Kids' Day — children of all ages · Free event with age-appropriate, hands-on activity stations focusing on different aspects of the filmmaking process.
- Middle / High School Workshops — middle and high school students · Film-related educational activities during the Phoenix Film Festival; educators are invited to bring groups of students for one or multiple days.
- Film Summer Camp — Hands-on learning in the technical elements of digital filmmaking from pre- to post-production; each camp's film premieres at the Harkins Scottsdale 101.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
About the provider
The Phoenix Film Festival started in 2001, and the Phoenix Film Foundation has grown from a 3-day exhibition to an 11 day celebration of film. Its mission statement says, "We're helping educate the next generation of Arizona filmmakers." Leadership listed for the program includes Carol Gibson, Kids’ Day Director; Sean Oliver, Film Camp Director; and Rebekah Varghese, IFP Program Director and Education Director. The festival has also been named one of The 25 Coolest Film Festivals and a Top 50 Worth the Entry Fee by MovieMaker Magazine.
Registration is now open for 2026 Summer Camps. Check back next year for more info about Kids’ Day 2027 and in 2027 for next year’s workshop schedule. All screenings are at the Harkins Scottsdale 101 theatre.
Last updated November 4, 2026.
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