31.03.2026

The Go Short festival grounds of 2026

In a few days, we’re kicking off again! Go Short is, of course, all about short films. But the festival grounds on Mariënburgplein have been curated just as carefully as the film program. Expect a cozy terrace, delicious food and drinks, and plenty to see and do. Perfect for catching up before or after a film program. Or both.

Food & drinks

Our friends from LUX have a small chalet where you can go for coffee, tea, and generously topped pizzas. In the mood for something stronger? At our tap island, you can get delicious beers from Nijmegen brewery De Hemel. You can also come here for wine and soft drinks. Finally, we have a food truck from Loaded Legends, where you can satisfy your cravings with loaded fries.

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Go Short caravan, De Zeefmeester & the VPRO-bus 

Back again: the Go Short caravan! Our new promo caravan is on the festival grounds for the first time this year as an information point. Here you can watch a video about what Go Short actually is, enthusiasts are ready to advise you on which film programs to visit, you can buy our merchandise, and you can find the daily program. And on Friday and Saturday, you will find the Zeefmeester here. If you bring a clothing item (a pair of trousers, a shirt, or a bag, for example), you can have it printed with a cool Go Short design for free.
The Platenbus was a huge success last year, so it is back again this year. It will provide great records all week long. Additionally, you will find makers from VPRO Dorst in the VPRO bus. Whether you feel like having a chat, want to present your film plan, or are looking for a fun internship: stop by and have a chat. You are welcome on Thursday between 15:00 and 18:00, on Friday between 11:00 and 18:00, and on Saturday between 11:00 and 13:30 and 16:00 and 18:00.
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Video game & VR expo 

Who says short films can only be seen in the cinema? The Video Game & VR Expo presents a curated selection of indie games and VR projects from the past year. Our Expo is free and open to everyone, and you can find it in the greenhouse on Mariënburgplein. Step into a dystopian work simulator where you have to train an AI bot in facial recognition. Spray graffiti with your skateboard friends under the red sky of the wildfires in LA. Solve a disappearance in a Czech pub by playing cards with the local patrons. Or just relax on the couch and flip through the channels on an old TV. From playing out the future to learning about our own fraught reality, there is something for everyone here, from beginners to advanced players. Come and choose your own adventure! No ticket or reservation is required, and the expo is open from Wednesday to Sunday.

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In short: plenty to do outside the cinema! Settle down on our terrace and enjoy the lively atmosphere with film professionals, visitors, and casual passersby.