11th edition · 9–12 December 2026
2026
After celebrating ten years in 2025, Winter Apricots opens its second decade. Each December, Prilep becomes a stage for short films from all over the world, alongside concerts, book promotions, panels about cinema, exhibitions and much more.
Exact dates, the full programme and the jury of the 11th edition will be announced here soon.
Programme sections
- 01
International Selection
Short films from five continents competing for Best Film, Best Sound, Best Cinematography and Best Concept.
- 02
Balkan Selection
The most daring short films from the region, competing for Best Balkan Film.
- 03
National Selection
A showcase of new Macedonian cinema, competing for Best National Film.
- 04
Screendance SelectionOut of competition
A non-competitive selection curated with Associazione Augenblick, co-organizer of the FuoriFormato festival in Genoa. The only programme in the country dedicated to the dialogue between movement and cinema.
Awards
- Best Film – International
- Best Sound – International
- Best Cinematography – International
- Best Concept – International
- Best Film – Balkan
- Best Film – National
- Winter Apricots Youth Critics’ Award