2026 Competition Information

30 Jul 2026

Here is some information to help prepare you for the shoot weekend - July 31st - August 2nd 2026.

Watch the online launch!

Tune into our online launch from 6.30pm on Friday night.

Your Genre and Required Elements

Your team’s genre number will be listed on the website here. The…

LAUNCH EVENT - JULY 31st 6.30PM - Massey National Academy of Screen Arts

23 Jul 2026

Tune in on July 31st 6:30PM on the Vista Foundation @48Hoursnz YouTube channel as teams across the country receive their genre and competition elements.

The launch is run by the Massey College of Creative Arts students working behind the scenes under the guidance of Technical Services Coordinator Adam Dransfield.

Streaming…

Get 48Hours Ready - Info Session for Filmmakers

14 Jul 2026

Wednesday 22nd July 7pm-8pm - Click here to reserve your space

Thinking about entering Vista Foundation 48Hours? Or ready to come back for another round?

Join Regional Film Offices of New Zealand (RFONZ) and Vista Foundation 48Hours for an online info session designed for emerging filmmakers, first-time teams and veterans…