FILMMAKERS
WELCOME TO RTFF2025

We are excited to announce our second year festival celebrating films, music, panels and engaging conversation.  We look forward to having you join 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

Juried Awards

Best Live Action Short (Drama)

Best Comedy Short

Best Documentary Short

Best Music Video

Film & Industry Lounge

The RTFF Film and Industry Lounge offers filmmakers, industry representatives, jurors and Founders Circle members a place to network and relax over a drink or bite to eat.

Event Calendar

Festival will take place Thursday, November 6th – Sunday, November 9th. More details to come.

Festival Policies

Passes are unique and non-transferable. Passes are required to access screenings, panels and all other events. Your pass must be worn at all times.

Suggested Attire

We refer to the style as "Round Top chic" which generally means its western flair meets elegance, vibrant print prairie dresses, denim, cowboy hats, vintage turquoise jewelry, fringe (jackets), and stylish cowboy boots. In the Fall, there are sometimes cold snaps, so it's smart to layer up. Maybe a cozy sweater, a jacket or duster that’ll keep you warm. Wear some sort of boot or booties that’ll keep your feet warm. Style is big in Round Top, so there is no wrong answer.