Volume II

Car Culture
Film Fest

DateDecember 12, 2026
LocationTampa, FL
Submissions OpenMay 1, 2026

December. Tampa. Bring your build.

FILM AWARDS
BESTDOCUMENTARY
BESTNARRATIVE
BESTSHORT FILM
BESTAI FILM
BESTACTOR
BESTACTRESS
BESTDIRECTOR
BESTCINEMATOGRAPHY
BUILD BATTLE AWARDS
BESTMUSCLE CAR
BESTSPORTS CAR
BESTLOWRIDER
BESTGENTLEMANRACER
BESTIN SHOW
BESTCLASSIC CAR
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About the Festival

You remember every car you've ever had.

A first drive with the windows down. A parking lot where strangers felt like family. An engine that sounds like a summer you never talk about. We screen films that understand the difference.

Accepted Categories

Documentary
Real people. Real machines. Real stories.
Narrative
Fiction where the car is in the room.
Short Film
Any length. Any format. Just make it count.
AI Film
Made with AI tools. Judged like everything else.

What We Look For

The car doesn't have to be the story. It just has to be in the room. A father rebuilding a transmission at 2am because it's the only quiet he gets. A road that goes nowhere but away. If the car carries something human, we want to see it.

The Show

Open air car show, vendor village, food trucks. The lot fills up before the theater doors open. Bring your build.

Build Battle Awards

Judged categories: Best Muscle Car, Best Sports Car, Best Lowrider, Best Gentleman Racer, Best Daily, Best Hooptie, Best in Show. Trophies and cash prizes. Entry: $75 judged, $40 display only.

The Screening

Selected films inside the theater. Jury awards across all film categories. Cash prizes.

Audience Choice

Jury picks the winners. The audience picks their own. One Audience Choice award for film, one for best build. Vote through the festival app, live at the venue only. Bring your crew.

The Rally

Day two. A limited car run with festival jury, guests, and a camera crew. Gala lunch. You're not just watching the festival — you're part of the next film.

Open Call

EARLYJuly 1FreeREGULARSeptember 1$30LATEOctober 1$65

Selected filmmakers notified by November 1.

Key Dates
MAY 1, 2026
Submissions Open
Free submissions until July 1. Regular deadline September 1. Late deadline October 1.
OCTOBER 1, 2026
Final Deadline
All entries close. No late submissions accepted.
DECEMBER 12, 2026
The Show + Screening
Cars, food trucks, open air — then doors open for the films. Jury and audience awards. Cash prizes.
DECEMBER 13, 2026
The Rally
Limited car run with festival jury and guests. Gala lunch. Camera crew rolling — you’re part of the next film.
Festival Program
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12
The Show + Screening
10:00 AMGates open. Car show setup. Build Battle registration.10:30 AMCar show, vendors, food trucks open. Build Battle judging begins.11:00 AMScreenings begin. Rolling blocks: Shorts & AI, Documentary, Narrative. Audience voting open.3:00 PMFinal screening ends. Voting closes.3:30 PMAwards ceremony. Build Battle winners. Film jury prizes. Audience Choice — Best Build & Best Film.5:00 PMAwards wrap. Photos, networking.6:00 PMGates close.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13
The Rally
9:00 AMRally check-in. Limited spots. Camera crew briefing.10:00 AMRally launch. Scenic route through Tampa Bay area.12:30 PMGala lunch with festival jury, filmmakers, and guests.2:00 PMGroup photos. Wrap. See you at Volume III.

The rally is filmed by the Arvion crew. Participants become part of the Volume III documentary. Camera crew rolling all day.

Tickets

Pick your level.

GENERAL ADMISSION
$30
Car show access. Film screening. Audience Choice voting. Food trucks and vendor village. Free festival sticker. Kids 12 & under free.
SHOW CAR DISPLAY
$50
Park in the show area. Non-judged. All makes welcome. Includes general admission + festival sticker.
BUILD BATTLE ENTRY
$75
Judged. Eligible for trophies and cash prizes. Must register your build. Includes general admission + festival sticker.

All sales final. Tickets are non-transferable. VIP and Rally require approval. Parking included.

Submit Your Film

Documentary, narrative, short and feature-length. Any format, any length. If the car is in the room and the story is human, we want to see it.

Selected films will be screened at Volume II of the Arvion Car Culture Film Fest in Tampa, FL. Jury and audience awards with cash prizes across all categories.

By submitting, you confirm that you hold the rights to the film and agree to festival screening terms.

FREE BEFORE JULY 1
FINAL DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2026
Register Your Build

Show Car Display, Build Battle, and VIP entries require registration. All makes and eras welcome. VIP spots limited to 50 — approval required.

We'll feature registered builds on our channels before the event. Bring your car. Get seen.

BUILD BATTLE REGISTRATION CLOSES NOVEMBER 15, 2026
FAQ
What is this event?

A two-day car culture film festival. Day one: outdoor car show, Build Battle awards, film screenings with jury and audience awards. Day two: a limited rally with gala lunch, filmed for the next volume.

Is this only for a specific make?

No. All makes, all eras. Porsche, muscle, JDM, Euro, classic, project car, daily. If it has wheels and a story, bring it.

Do I need a show car to attend?

No. General admission gets you into the car show, film screenings, and audience voting. You don't need a car to enjoy the festival.

How does Audience Choice voting work?

Through the festival app, available on-site only. Every ticket holder can vote once for best film and once for best build. Results announced at the awards ceremony.

Will there be food and drinks?

Yes. Food trucks and vendors on-site. Beverages available for purchase.

Are kids allowed?

Yes. Kids 12 and under are free with a paying adult.

Is parking included?

Yes. Spectator parking is included with all tickets.

Can show cars leave early?

Show cars must stay until the awards ceremony at 3:30pm. Spectators may come and go.

Are refunds available?

No. All sales are final. Tickets are non-transferable.

How do I submit a film?

Through the form on this page. Free before July 1, $30 before September 1, $65 before October 1. Any format, any length.

More questions?

Email info@arvionfilmfestival.com