FEATURE EVENTS

THE STN AMAZING RACE

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27 | 6PM-8PM

Get ready for an exciting kickoff to the 2026 STN National Convention with The STN Amazing Race! On Friday before the convention officially begins, teams of teachers and students will race across Tampa, tackling creative challenges and testing their skills in an action-packed adventure. This high-energy competition is the perfect way to explore the city, bond with fellow STN attendees, and start the convention with a thrill.

OPENING CEREMONY

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 | 7PM-8PM

The STN National Convention kicks off with an electrifying Opening Ceremony, bringing everyone together to celebrate the start of an unforgettable event! Get inspired by our Student of the Year, Teacher of the Year, and exciting announcements as we set the stage for days of creativity, competition, and learning. Don’t miss this high-energy event that will get you pumped for everything STN has in store!

PRO SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 & MONDAY, MARCH 2 | 9AM-4PM

STN’s Pro Sessions and Workshops bring in industry experts, filmmakers, journalists, and media professionals to share their knowledge and experience with students and teachers. These hands-on and interactive sessions cover everything from storytelling and editing techniques to career insights and industry trends. Get inspired, learn new skills, and take your craft to the next level!

EXCELLENCE AWARDS

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 | 7PM-9PM

Are you ready to see if your program is among the best in the country? The STN Excellence Awards recognize the top student broadcast and film programs that bring creativity, storytelling, and technical skill to the highest level. This is our chance to showcase your team’s hard work, dedication, and passion for student media. Whether it’s a compelling newscasts or cinematic masterpieces, the Excellence Awards are the ultimate benchmark of success.

STN CINEFEST

MONDAY, MARCH 2 | 6:30PM & 9PM (TWO SCREENINGS)

STN CineFest is an all-new celebration of student filmmaking, produced during the weekend of the convention, and screened at the historic Tampa Theatre. Films to be screened will be selections from Crazy Eights Action Short Film, Drama Short Film and Vertical Short Film, with special additions from the Music Video contest. Selections will be some of our favorite projects from the weekend, so reserve your tickets now to see if your film ends up on screen!