This fall, BAM invites families for BAMkids programs that celebrate creativity, community, and imagination for young audiences and their grown-ups.

The Best of BAMkids Film Festival brings back the most popular shorts from the 2025 BAMkids Film Festival.

BEST OF BAMKIDS FILM FESTIVAL

In association with the Melbourne International Animation Festival

Experience audience favorites from the 2025 BAMkids Film Festival once again—or for the very first time. These one-day-only screenings feature celebrated animated and live-action shorts from around the globe, thoughtfully grouped by age range.

Best of BAMkids: Ages 3–5
Saturday, October 4, at 11AM
Runtime: 62 min

A whimsical lineup for our youngest viewers, featuring ANIMANIMUSICAL, Kid President, A Dragon in Name Only, Mushroom Magic, and more.

Best of BAMkids: Ages 6–8
Saturday, November 15, at 11AM
Runtime: 78 min

Stories of friendship, generosity, and imagination featuring standout selections from this year’s festival, including Sockz Studio’s The Lab Rat and Hoofs on Skates.

Best of BAMkids: Ages 9+
Saturday, December 6, at 12PM
Runtime: 71 min

Bold, handpicked gems about courage and curiosity, including BAMmie Best Live Action winner Wood Hood and Best Animated Short winner My Name is Edgar and I Have a Cow.

Tickets: $14 General Admission | $10 Children | $9 BAM Members

More info, visit - www.bam.org/best-of-bamkids-film-festival