The Himachal Short Film Festival is an international event dedicated to celebrating cinema through live screenings of independent films, both local and international, and fostering a healthy film culture in Himachal Pradesh. It features categories such as Narrative Shorts, Experimental, Advertisement, Documentary, Animated Films, Music Videos, and Student Productions from around the world. The festival aims to provide film lovers with access to global cinema and facilitate cultural exchange, also offering programs like press opportunities, networking, industry attendance, discussion forums, and workshops. It has previously held editions, with the 4th HSFF in 2024, and is known for giving international recognition to local language Himalayan short films.