In The Palace, established in 2003 is an international festival for professional short films of up to 45 minutes in length. It is held each year in the second half of June in the Black Sea town of Balchik. The festival goal is to present and contribute to the development of contemporary film art in Bulgaria, Europe and the world, creating a favourable environment and platform for young filmmakers and established professionals.

Traditionally the Festival’s core is the international competition programmes section, accompanied also by side screenings. The educational section Filmer Forge offers perfect ground for obtaining knowledge, experience and professional contacts with its training programmes, seminars, lectures and master classes. Continuing its activities in project development, film promotion and distribution, the festival features a qualified Market for short films and projects.Collateral to the film festival is the Music Palace Fest, presenting live performances by contemporary Bulgarian and international musicians and bands.