Festival Info
Everything you need to plan your night.
Brightwaters & Beyond began in 2025 at Wohseepee Park in Brightwaters, New York.
What started as a single night of local film has grown into a community rooted in creativity, connection, and the love of cinema.
Learn more about us →
Four awards, one night.
Every selected film screens in front of a live audience at the Wohseepee Park Cabin. Winners are announced at the end of the night.
Best Film
Prize TBD
The festival's top honor, chosen by our panel of judges across all categories.
Audience Choice
Prize TBD
Voted on by everyone in attendance on the night of the screening.
Best Local Documentary
Prize TBD
For the strongest documentary on a local subject, issue, or story.
Emerging Filmmaker
Prize TBD
Special recognition for student filmmakers ages 16–21.
Beans
Directed by Zoe Boray
Buddy can't get over his ex, and it's starting to ruin his life (and his coffee).
See all 2025 films →Be part of festival night.
Brightwaters & Beyond runs on local support. Whether you are backing the festival or setting up shop outside the cabin for the evening, there is a place for your business at Wohseepee Park.
Sponsor the festival
Back the festival and put your name in front of the whole community.
- Your logo on festival signage, the website, and the program
- A shout-out from the stage each night
- Supports local and student filmmakers
- Keeps admission free for everyone
Food trucks & pop-ups
Bring your truck, cart, or table. We bring a hungry crowd that is there for the whole evening.
- A captive audience across three evenings
- Prime spot near the screening lawn
- Listed on the website and in the program
- Food trucks, coffee, dessert, and local makers all welcome
Not sure which fits? Email us and we'll figure it out together.