Finalist film posters of the 38th Gawad CCP Alternatibo, courtesy of the Cultural Center of the Philippines via Lifestyle Asia
7 Aug 2026 to 16 Aug 2026Daily curated blocks within the Cinemalaya screening grid, roughly 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Gawad Awards on August 13 at 6:30 PM, Shangri-La Cinema 3
38th Gawad CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video
Presented by What's On Manila
- When
- 7 Aug 2026 to 16 Aug 2026, Daily curated blocks within the Cinemalaya screening grid, roughly 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Gawad Awards on August 13 at 6:30 PM, Shangri-La Cinema 3
- Where
- Red Carpet Cinemas at Shangri-La Plaza (Cinema 3) and Gateway Cineplex 18, Mandaluyong and Cubao, Quezon City
About this event
Southeast Asia's longest running independent film competition turns 38, screening 54 finalist shorts across animation, documentary, experimental and narrative categories under the theme Pag aninag. It runs alongside Cinemalaya with all screenings free and open to the public, plus a Gawad Specials block, a children's section and a best of last year showcase.
More upcoming events
Until Aug 12Concert
HONNE: The 10 Year Anniversary Tour
PICC Plenary Hall
Until Aug 16Food & Markets
Manila Matcha Fest
Main Atrium
Until Aug 16Art & Exhibitions
Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 4: Oh Sh*t! It's Live Sa Cheter!
PETA Theater Center
Until Aug 18Art & Exhibitions
Cinemalaya 2026 : Philippine Independent Film Festival
Partner cinemas across Metro Manila