"Hawk Fest" is a name adopted by several educational institutions for their film festivals, primarily showcasing the cinematic work of students. For instance, Hawk Studios hosts an annual film festival featuring films by New Paltz students, offering categories like Best Picture and Best Documentary. Similarly, the Heartland Hawk Film Festival at Heartland Community College highlights the creative output of its current and former students. Hardin Valley Academy has also held a "HawkFest" as its annual student film festival.