The 2026 DIAMOND GLOBE AWARDS will be held Friday, October 23 at the CAPPA THEATER of the historic Robert H. Jackson Center in Jamestown, NY.
The CAPPA THEATER with a new screen reaching the entire length of the stage, has updated state of the art lighting and sound system.
The elegant historic 200 seat theater has a stage for the presentation of the Diamond Globe Awards at the end of the evening, "AND" the festival will be live streamed worldwide by private ticket access.
Our MEGA DIAMOND GLOBE AWARD will be awarded to those attending the in-person event and presented in numerous categories and sub-categories.
Our awards also include worldwide film and music distribution!
The worldwide live stream will be in real time so if you are in another country or unable to attend the live event you can see it taking place as it is happening with all in person Q and A's and the prestigious Diamond Globe Awards at the end of the day!
In the INYFF first time filmmakers with no-budgets to seasoned pros with name talent and bigger budget films screen together in the most eclectic film festival anywhere in NY and the world. Submit today and become part of the INYFF family.
DIAMOND GLOBE AWARD WINNERS, All deliverables must be met including a trailer and the film in a Prores HQ file for distribution.
For screening at the CAPPA THEATER in Jamestown, NY an MP4 in 1920 x 1080 resolution required.
The International New York Film Festival is seeking outstanding filmmakers of all ages. Innovative, creative, unique in their vision. All genre are accepted.
Unfortunately due to the importance of the film submission revenue in operating the Festival we are unable to offer fee waivers. Recognizing the funding challenges that filmmakers face we encourage you to take advantage of the EarlyEarly Bird Deadlines.
ONE BEST AWARD WINNER IN EACH CATEGORY!
DIAMOND GLOBE AWARD winners will receive the magnificent 14" glittering, mirrored Globe trophy with a world wide distribution deal for all winners with films over 45 minutes for features and over 22 minutes each episode for TV/Web series.
ALSO, THE BEST OF THE BEST "DIAMOND GLOBE AWARD". A huge 14" glittering, mirrored platinum globe for the TOP FILM of the entire festival, .
DIAMOND GLOBE AWARDS are only awarded to those ATTENDING THE LIVE EVENT!
Those not attending but received an award can purchase a trophy on our website.
Not all official selections are screened LIVE but ALL official selections are qualified for all awards and distribution deals. Those Official Selections attending the live event are given first placement in the screening schedule.
NOTE: FOR THOSE NOT ATTENDING the LIVE EVENT BUT AN AWARD WINNER, CUSTOM DIGITAL CERTIFICATES ARE SENT WITH A LAUREL. Trophies can be purchased on our website.
Film and Music Distribution Awards presented at the Diamond Globe Awards.
