The New Paltz Hawk Fest, also known as the Hawk Studios Film Festival, is an annual event hosted by Hawk Studios, a student productions club at SUNY New Paltz. The festival showcases narrative films and documentaries created by students, with awards presented in various categories. The inaugural festival took place in December 2023, featuring a red carpet photo-op and judges including faculty and campus personalities. The event provides a platform for student filmmakers to present their work to the community.