OCTOBER 15-19, 2025
Passes & Tickets
Treat yourself to the best movie binge of the year!
VIP Pass Package $575
Celebrate the Power of Film—in Style, with Exclusive VIP Access
For the Film Lover Who Wants a Little More
Get the full VIP Festival Experience for 5 days:
Wed. Oct 15 — Sun, Oct 19
Includes: All screenings, parties, panels, networking events and more!
• Opening Night Film Premiere & Reception
Location TBA (Wed, Oct 15)
• Night of the Stars Tribute
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla (Thurs, Oct 16)
• 4 days of Studio Premieres & Independent Films from around the world. AMC 14 UTC @ Westfield UTC (Thurs,Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 19)
• 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 19)
• Fest Lounge Access Includes: Drinks at the Fest Bar, daily Filmmaker Happy hour event, Friday and Saturday Panels, coffee, snacks and desserts (Oct 16 – 19)
• VIP line access for seating in theater
• Early access to RSVP for films before the general public
FEST Pass Package $350
Four Days. One Pass. Endless Stories.
For the Film Lover Who Wants a Little More
4 Day Experience: Thur, Oct 15 — Sun, Oct 19
Includes: screenings, parties, panels, networking events and more!*
• Studio Premieres & independent Films from around the world. AMC 14 UTC @ Westfield UTC (Thurs, Oct 15 – Sun, Oct 19)
• Friday Night Party with a Purpose
Location coming soon! (Fri, Oct 17)
• Fest Lounge Access Includes: Drinks at the Fest Bar, daily Filmmaker Happy hour event, Friday and Saturday Panels, coffee, snacks and desserts (Oct 15 – 19)
• Pass Line Access for seating in theater
*Does NOT include Opening Night Film & Reception, Night of the Stars Tribute or Culinary Cinema
WEEKEND Fest Pass Package $225
Two Days. One Incredible Weekend of Film.
Curated Screenings, Conversations & Connections that Inform, Inspire & Entertain
2 Day Experience: Sat. Oct 18 — Sun, Oct 19
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 Party or Culinary Cinema
Night of the Stars Tribute
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 15th, 2025
Time: 5:30pm Red Carpet and Pre-Reception / 7:00pm Presentations
Location: The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla
Party with a Purpose
Location 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 17, 2025
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Culinary Cinema
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
Screening Ticket
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 19
Location: AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC, 4425 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Note: Upgrade your experience with a Lounge Pass
Lounge Ticket
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