FILMMAKERS
WELCOME TO RTFF2024

We are excited to kick off our inaugural festival celebrating films, music, panels, and engaging conversations. We’re so glad y’all are joining us! 

To help you navigate the Festival, we've curated this online resource. It will be your essential guide for all things RTFF, aimed at promoting your film, expanding your professional network, and ensuring you make the most of your time here in Round Top. Explore the information on this page and check back often for updates. 

FESTIVAL VENUES

  • Round Top Festival Institute Concert Hall (Festival Hill) – 248 Jaster Rd, Round Top
  • 550 District Dance Hall (Festival Hub) – 550 N Washington St, Round Top

BOX OFFICE

  • The RTFF Box Office is located at 550 N Washington Street in the Stone Cellar building, and will be open during the festival to pick up passes, purchase tickets and merchandise, and to get further assistance during the festival. 

BOX OFFICE HOURS

  • WED. 11/6, 10:00AM - 4:00PM
  • THURS. 11/7, 10:00AM - 6:00PM
  • FRI. 11/8, 9:00AM - 6:00PM
  • SAT. 11/9, 9:00AM - 6:00PM
  • SUN. 11/10, 10:00AM - 2:00PM

Film Benefits & Passes

Each film team will receive two (2) complimentary filmmaker passes to attend the festival. Your pass is your access, you do not need additional tickets to view films or attend parties. Your Filmmaker Pass allows admission into all film screenings as well as the following benefits:

  • Admission to all films/panels, based on availability
  • Access to festival-wide events held on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights
  • Invitations to special events such as the Filmmaker & Industry Mixer
  • Awards Brunch and Celebration

Festival Awards

RTFF Audience Award

Best Feature Film

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Juried Awards

Best Live Action Short (Drama)

Best Comedy Short

Best Documentary Short

Best Music Video

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All Awards will be announced on Sunday, November 10, 2024, during the Awards Ceremony.

Film & Industry Lounge

The RTFF Film and Industry Lounge, located at The Mark Speakeasy (550 District) in the heart of Festival Hub, is the place for gathering with other filmmakers, industry representatives, jurors, and Founders Circle members for networking, libations, food, and fun. 

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Lounge Hours:

THURS. 11/7, 11:00AM - 5:00PM

FRI. 11/8, 11:00AM - 5:00PM

SAT. 11/9, 11:00AM - 5:00PM

SUN. 11/10, 10:00AM - 2:00PM

Event Calendar

Thursday, November 7, 2024: Opening Night Film + Wild West Film Fest Opening Night Party

Friday, November 8, 2024: 10:00AM - 10:00PM Screenings, Panels, Intermissions + Tribute Celebration + Friday Night Party

Saturday, November 9, 2024: 10:00AM - 10:00PM Screenings, Panels, Intermissions + Rising Star Showcase + Industry Mixer + Boot Scootin’ Hootenanny

Sunday, November 10, 2024: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Screenings (Veterans Day) + Awards Brunch & Ceremony + Closing Night Film

Festival Policies

Passes are unique and non-transferable. Passes are physical and must be picked up from the Stone Cellar, located at the 550 District (550 N Washington St, Round Top, TX 78954) starting Thursday, November 6 at 10:00AM. You will not be granted access into any screenings or conversations without your pass. Your pass must be worn at all times.