Film Series
The 24th Annual BAMkids Film Festival
Dates:
In-Person: Feb 5 & 6, 2022
Virtual: Feb 5—13, 2022
Locations:
In Person: BAM Rose Cinemas, Peter Jay Sharp Lobby, The Adam Max Gathering Space (formerly Lepercq Cafe)
Virtual: BAM.org
Prices:
In-Person: Adults: $14; Children: $10; Members: $9
Virtual:
Full Festival Pass: Pay what you wish: $30; $45; $60
Single Programs: Pay what you wish: $5; $10; $15, $20
In association with Northwest Film Forum and Melbourne International Animation Festival
Come over to BAM or snuggle up on the sofa at home to join the 24th annual BAMkids Film Festival. We’re screening short films from around the globe that encourage kids to embrace their dreams, follow their hearts, and let their imaginations soar. Plus, we’ve got a great lineup of free activities—including dance and circus performances, creative workshops, and the Young Filmmakers Showcase—offered online, at BAM, or both. Choose the combination of in-person and virtual programming that’s right for your family, and let BAMkids help you stay safe, comfortable, and creative!
In person programs are for ages 5–11, virtual programs are for ages 3–11.
On-sale dates for the in person program and the virtual program are separate. If you would like to attend the program in person and receive virtual access, you will need to buy two separate tickets. For additional questions or clarifications please contact info@bam.org.
In compliance with New York City’s vaccine mandate for indoor entertainment, all visitors ages 5+ and staff are required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Children under the age of 5 will not be permitted to the event. Please visit BAM’s safety protocol page for the most up-to-date information.
Leadership support for BAM Access Programs
provided by the Jerome L. Greene Foundation
Leadership support for off-site programs provided by:
Major Sponsor of BAM Education Programs:
Leadership support for virtual programming at BAM provided by the Robert and Mercedes Eichholz Foundation
Leadership support for the BAM Hamm Archives and BAM Film, Community, and Education programs provided by The Thompson Family Foundation
Leadership support for BAM Film provided by the Ford Foundation
Leadership support for BAM Education programs provided by The Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation and The SHS Foundation
Major support for BAM Education programs provided by: Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation; Constans Culver Foundation; The FAR Fund; Tiger Baron Foundation; The Emily Davie and Joseph S. Kornfeld Foundation


Turn up the joy with this lively and vibrant mix of animated shorts.

These colorful shorts celebrate tenderness, learning lessons, and listening to our hearts.

Explore the different ways play can inspire change and healing in this eclectic mix of films.

The young heroes of these thought-provoking films ask big questions and make big choices.

Imagination and unexpected friendships are the keys to adventure in these animated shorts.

No dream is too big for these characters, from flying to searching for the meaning of life!

Join us for a family-friendly carnival featuring walkabout performers and performances.

The BAMkids Film Festival offers a thrilling lineup of virtual programs!

Celebrate heroes of color, including Dr. King, online in maker workshops for kids.