Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival

Welcome to Australia's biggest regional short film festival, Gympie's very own Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival. This September you can experience nine days of brilliant short films, live music, talks, workshops and more.

An international arts festival that is grounded in the community. Right here in the Gympie region.

In 2026 Heart of Gold celebrates 20 years as the foundational arts and cultural event in the Gympie region.

Celebrating not only links to history, also aspirations for the future and the integrity of the human spirit.

We have nine days of Special Events, Creative Lab and an International Short Film Program

Special Events include:
Eddie Ray: Lack of Judgement Day II
Silent Film With Live Organ at Surface Hill Restaurant
Go Gold Block Party - a free community event
Solid Gold Gala
International Film Awards

Creative Lab: A three-day program workshops and learning opportunities

International Short Film Program:
Thoughtfully curated sessions of short films from around the world
Talks, music and more in Parkland Marquee
Filmmaker location tour of Gympie
Heart of Gold Lunch event
The Gold Bar, coffee and more!