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Save the date—Pittsburgh Shorts, part of the Three Rivers Film Festival, returns November 20–23, 2025.  

In the final four days of the Three Rivers Film Festival, Pittsburgh Shorts showcases the best short films from around the world. Connect with visiting filmmakers at our post-screening Q&As and after-parties, engage with film industry experts at our Filmmaker Conference, and enjoy staged readings of our Script Competition finalists performed by professional actors.

Tickets for the Three Rivers Film Festival go on sale when we announce the lineup on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. All access passes will be available on October 6 for pre-sale at a discounted rate.