As of Oct. 8, Film Lauderdale’s incentives page no longer shows the note that Emerging Filmmakers Grant applications may be submitted starting Oct. 1, 2026. The $10,000 criteria, match proof rules and email route remain posted. Confirm status with the Film Commission before you apply.
Film & Media
Why live events + film infrastructure is the SoFla owner fight: stages, venues, Broward rebates, FL sales-tax stack, gaps, and who benefits.
Events & Deadlines
FIU Business’s AI 305 Conference was set for Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, at the Graham Center. Owner-prep notes from that week: the ticket range as published Sept. 14, the schedule, and the rooms for South Florida operators.
Film & Media
The Boca Raton Public Library Film Festival, formerly Dewey, takes Florida shorts on FilmFreeway through Dec. 1, 2026. The city page lists ages 17+ (18+ for students); the FilmFreeway listing opens student entries at 17+ and regular entries at 18+. Confirm your category. Festival day: Feb. 6, 2027.
Events & Deadlines
As of Thursday, Oct. 8, the Greater Delray Beach Chamber lists Chasing AI Session #1 for Friday, Oct. 16, 8:30 to 10 a.m. in its Board Room. Its pricing line reads "FREE for All to Attend!" and registration runs through the Chamber's online form.
Film & Media
As of Sunday, Oct. 4, the $19 Regular rate for the Miami Media Festival has ended. The festival’s Terms list $29 for Oct. 1 to 31 and a Final Deadline of Oct. 31, 2026. Fee guide for SoFlo creators.
Film & Media
48 Hour Film Project Miami 2026 held late registration through Sept. 11, a Sept. 11 to 13 shoot weekend and a Sept. 26 premiere at Savor Cinema. Best Film went to “Who, Me?” by VLOR, which will represent Miami at Filmapalooza 2027.
