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San Diego International Film Festival

San Diego International Film Festival

October 15-19, 2025

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OCTOBER 16-20, 2024

Passes & Tickets

Treat yourself to the best movie binge of the year!

2024 Program
Schedule of Events
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VIP Pass Package $550

Celebrate the Power of Film’ in style with the VIP PASS PACKAGE


Get the full VIP Festival Experience for 5 days:
Wed. Oct 16 — Sun, Oct 20
Includes: All screenings, parties, panels, networking events and more!


• Opening Night Film Premiere & Reception
Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park (Wed, Oct 16)
• Night of the Stars Tribute
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla (Thurs, Oct 17)
• 4 days of Studio Premieres & Independent Films from around the world. AMC 14 UTC @ Westfield UTC (Thurs,Oct 17 – Sun, Oct 20)
• Friday Night Party with a Purpose
Location coming soon! (Fri, Oct 18)
• Culinary Cinema Screening and Tasting Event
AMC 14 UTC @ Westfield UTC (Sun, Oct 20)
• Fest Lounge Access Includes: Drinks at the Fest Bar, daily Filmmaker Happy hour event, Friday and Saturday Panels, coffee, snacks and desserts (Oct 17 – 20)
• VIP line access for seating in theater
• Early access to RSVP for films before the general public

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FEST Pass Package $325

Immerse yourself with the FEST PASS PACKAGE.
Perfect for the Film Lover in all of us.


4 Day Experience: Thur, Oct 17 — Sun, Oct 20
Includes: screenings, parties, panels, networking events and more!


• Studio Premieres & independent Films from around the world. AMC 14 UTC @ Westfield UTC (Thurs, Oct 17 – Sun, Oct 20)
• Friday Night Party with a Purpose
Location coming soon! (Fri, Oct 18)
• Fest Lounge Access Includes: Drinks at the Fest Bar, daily Filmmaker Happy hour event, Friday and Saturday Panels, coffee, snacks and desserts (Oct 17 – 20)
• Pass Line Access for seating in theater

Does NOT include Opening Night Film & Reception, Night of the Stars Tribute or Culinary Cinema 

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WEEKEND Fest Pass Package $200

Enjoy a weekend binge on curated films that inform, inspire and entertain with the WEEKEND FEST PASS PACKAGE


2 Day Experience: Sat. Oct 19 — Sun, Oct 20
Includes: screenings, parties, panels, networking events and more!


• Studio Premieres & Independent Films from around the world. AMC 14 UTC @ Westfield UTC (Sat ,Oct 19 – Sun, Oct 20)
• Fest Lounge Access Includes: Drinks at the Fest Bar, daily Filmmaker Happy hour event, Friday and Saturday Panels, coffee, snacks and desserts (Oct 19 – 20)

Does NOT include Opening Night Film & Reception, Night of the Stars Tribute, Friday Night Party with a Purpose or Culinary Cinema 

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BUY / RESERVE
Night of the Stars Tribute – starting at $175

The San Diego International Film Festival honors some of the film industry’s most accomplished actors, directors and filmmakers. Each year we are proud to present the Gregory Peck Award of Excellence in Cinema with the support of the Peck family. Rising stars, auteurs, and visionaries are also recognized and celebrated. 


Date: Thurs., October 17th, 2024
Time: 5:30pm Red Carpet and Pre-Reception / 7:00pm Presentations
Location: The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla

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Party with a Purpose – $45

Location at Westfield UTC-TBA

The San Diego International Film Festival’s Friday Night Party with a Purpose is a fun-fundraiser for the FOCUS on Impact Education Program designed to provide film, curriculum and conversation on important social impact topics to San Diego High School students. Plan on lots of fun including music, food, beverages, activities and more!


Date: Friday, October 18th, 2024
Time: 8:30-10:30
Location: Room&Board, Westfield UTC (short walk from AMC UTC 14)

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Culinary Cinema – $65

Experience Culinary Cinema, where the fusion of film and food creates the perfect recipe for a Sunday Funday. The event starts with coffee and pastries at a morning pre-reception at the Capital One Café (Westfield UTC), followed by a cuisine-themed film at AMC UTC 14. After the screening, attendees will enjoy dishes created by renowned San Diego chefs. Add some nice wines and good conversation, and you have a perfect Sunday recipe!


Date: Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Time: Film Screening: 10:30AM & 11:30AM / Tasting: Immediately Following Screening
Location: Capital One Café & AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC, La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122

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Screening Ticket – $20

Choices.  Choices.  Choices.  Which one will you choose? 
Film lovers will enjoy film screenings of Studio Premieres and Independent Features, Documentaries and Short Films. 


Dates: Fri, Oct 17 – Sun, Oct 20
Location: AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC, 4425 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122

Note: Upgrade your experience with a Lounge Pass for just an extra $25 per day, and maximize your time between screenings.

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Lounge Ticket – $25/per day

Take your Festival experience to the next level with a pass to The Fest Lounge.
Access all panels with Filmmakers and industry influentials, indulge in complimentary beverages and drinks at the FEST Bar and delecious bites. Engage in lively conversations with fellow festival-goers between screenings and events. The Fest Lounge is conveniently located at the entrance of the AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC

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The San Diego International Film Festival is a 501c.3 non-profit arts and education organization that provides a year-round global narrative through film screenings, as well as a world-renowned annual Film Festival each October. 

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