"FOGFEST PROVES THAT NEWFOUNDLAND’S HORROR SCENE IS ON FIRE. While very much a DIY endeavor, this festival looked and felt world-class. In an industry mired in ego and endless elbow-rubbing, FogFest put the focus back where it should be – on art and havin’ a time." - Jessica Buck, Rue Morgue

Steeped in the fog of Canada's most easterly point, on an island surrounded by the roaring Atlantic Ocean and enveloped by the darkness of dense, sprawling woods, FOGFEST was born; an independent horror film festival in one of the oldest and spookiest cities in North America—St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Founded in 2021 by GRIND MIND, the fifth edition of our festival takes place at the historic and newly renovated Majestic Theatre, in the heart of the city's downtown. FOGFEST V aims to showcase the next wave of genre creators from the island and around the world. Packed with screenings & events (Drag shows! VHS swap!) we're bringing an experience for horror filmmakers and fans to connect and celebrate the culture and creatures that make us who we are.

Awards & Prizes

• BEST FEATURE
• BEST SHORT
• BEST ACTOR
• BEST WRITING
• BEST DIRECTOR
• BEST SCORE
• BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
• BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN
• BEST SPECIAL FX
• FOGFEST AUDIENCE CHOICE

Rules & Terms

• Only one title per entry.
• Productions not previously screened at the Festival may be submitted.
• Films can be available online, but preference will be given to non-publicly available works
• There is no required "completed by" date.
• By submitting, you're giving us permission to exhibit your film at the festival, and other screenings (like press previews, promotional events, "best of" screenings, etc.), if we select it for exhibition.
• By submitting, you represent and warrant that you have full legal right and authority to submit the film/video project for consideration by FOGFEST, and that all necessary consents, licensing, and approvals have been obtained with respect thereto. You agree to hold FOGFEST and its sponsors harmless in any and all matters pertaining to the consents, licenses, and approvals of heretofore film/video project. You understand that your submission is in no way a guarantee of acceptance into FOGFEST. No one from FOGFEST or its sponsors has guaranteed you admission into the festival. Should your film be accepted to FOGFEST, you grant FOGFEST the right to use any footage from the preview screener, and all submitted publicity photos and any other materials pertaining to this entry for FOGFEST's promotional non-commercial purposes, without limitations.
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  • Anthony Buziak

    Thank you from the Abhorrent team!

    December 2024
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  • Colin G Cooper

    Although I was not able to attend FOGFEST in person, my aunt lives in St. John's & attended as my spy :) She had nothing but good things to say about her experience at the screening of our short film Bath Bomb. The festival team was also excellent to communicate with during our correspondence leading up to the festival, and I gotta say that they have some of the most killer branding in the genre game :) I hope to attend in person at future editions.

    December 2024
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  • Elytra Collective

    FOGFEST is nothing short of phenomenal. Great communication and variety. Unfortunately, I couldn't be there in person but I'm definitely planning on attending next year.

    November 2024
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  • Volition Production

    It was such a pleasure to screen another film with FOGFEST this year! Their team communicates very well, and even though I wasn't able to join in person this year, we felt taken care of and involved in events that we *could* have joined - which makes me even more inclined to hopefully catch this fest in real life next year. Thank you for having us, Fogfest! -Team Volition

    November 2024
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  • Wanda Nolan

    FOGFEST is fantastic festival run with so much passion and love for the genre.

    November 2024
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