DIY MOVIE NIGHT

'DIY (Do It Yourself) is all about making things happen with what you’ve got—no big budgets, just your own creativity, passion, and the drive to bring your vision to life.

DIY Movie Night is a celebration of that independent spirit. We spotlight ski and snowboard films made by talented riders and filmmakers who are building their way into the scene on their own terms.

2000€ up for grabs!

BEST FREESTYLE AND FREERIDE PROJECT WIN 1000€ EACH

This year, Arctic Weekend will award cash prizes to the Best Freestyle Project and the Best Freeride Project, each category winner will receive 1,000€.

The prize is awarded as a production fund for the winner’s next film project. All funding comes directly from Arctic Weekend and its partners.

In addition to the cash prize, winners will receive professional feedback and creative guidance from experienced filmmakers who have built their careers through independent projects. Arctic Weekend will also provide mentorship to help winners secure additional funding and resources for their upcoming production.

The new project from both winners will be given a prime premiere slot at the next Arctic Weekend, giving you a platform to showcase your work.

 

DIY FILM SELECTIONS 2025

  • Contemplating the aesthetics of softboot carving.

    Created by: Iiro Kerkelä X Order of the Carve

    Featuring:
    Oula Kerkelä, Rasmus Lumirotko, Iiro Kerkelä

  • When a year turns into three, it takes perseverance to believe in the product.

    Featuring: Joonas Eloranta & Tommi Ollikainen.
    Filmed by: Tuukka Korhonen & Tommi Ollikainen.
    Edited by Joonas Eloranta

  • A Story about Eiksgränsen's weird weather storms and sunny days in march and may. And telemark film, free of heellockers.

    Featuring
    IIsko Kuusisto, Sverre Häggström



  • Next Up is a spring 2025 park edit from Talma and Ruka, filmed with an all–under-18 crew.

    Riders: Melvin Sandman, Julius Ahtokari, Sami Bertling, Niko Sheng, Jami Viitanen

    Filming by : Jami Viitanen, Melvin Sandman
    Editing by: Jami Viitanen

  • a DIY street segment made from start to finish with the help of friends. The video marks Klaus Nissinen’s second winter spent filming in the streets and the first time ever edited a video.

    Film by: Klaus Nissinen

    Featuring:  Klaus Nissinen, Lauri Savimäki

    Filming: Atte Sauranen, Fredrik Wright
    Additional filming: Aleksi Kuismin, Joel Ahlstrom, Kaarlo Kiviniemi, Sami Kärnä, Venla Mustonen

    Edit by Klaus Nissinen

  • After 11 years of waiting, the ultimate lift-accessed backcountry trip finally came to life.

    Film by: Sami Välikangas
    Featuring: Sami Välikangas & Karri Sire

  • Last two seasons were rocky but pretty

    Featuring:
    Eetu Leikas, Sami Takku, Jerry Lahtinen, Jukka Luhas, Janne Saarinen, Saija Jantunen, Santeri Jokinen, Anna Jantunen, Anni Äärilä, Joonatan Joensuu, 

    Filming by: Jukka Luhas, Eetu Leikas, Jerry Lahtinen, Sami Takku, Onni Mutanen

    Editing: Jukka Luhas & Jerry Lahtinen

  • This is the story of a father and son who share a love for freeriding, and father’s wish to compete at Scandinavian Big Mountain Championships in Riksgränsen.

    Featuring: Marko & Joona Alaverronen
    Filming by Elias Koli, Marko, Joona ja Katri Alaverronen

    Editing by : Marko Alaverronen

 

IN CASE YOU END UP WINNING!

Read the PRIZE ACCEPTANCE TERMS

    • The prize you win is a production fund to help kick off your next film project. While we know our fund isn’t a massive budget, it's a starting point—and with the right planning, amazing things are possible.

    • To keep things fair and transparent, we just ask you to share a clear plan for how you’ll use the money for the project — this helps make sure it really supports your future creative work. For example, you might want to use it to cover filming trip costs, buy a new lens for a camera or invest in editing software that help you make your next project.

    • You let us know when you’re planning to start the new project, and we’ll align everything around it. If there’s a delay, no worries—we’ve got your back.

    • We’d love to screen your new film at Arctic Weekend and share some clips to promote the event. If anyone else wants to use the footage, we’ll sort that out with you separately.

    • You keep full rights to your footage—it’s your work. We only ask that you include the Arctic Weekend logo or mention the event in your new project. You can do this in a way that fits your film’s vibe and style—for example, by adding a mention in the end credits.

    • Prize money will be paid out within 30 days of the announcement of the winners.
      This gives us enough time to get everything processed and into your hands so you can start working your next project! During this time, we’ll make a plan for how Arctic Weekend can support you—whether that’s through mentorship, connections, or helping you take the next steps toward your new film.

    We’ve set things up this way because the winning fund is meant to build momentum for you, your crew, the community, and the culture.

 
 

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