Celebrate the Power of Film’ in style with the VIP Fest Pass Package. Enjoy the full Festival experience including: Opening Night Film Premiere & Reception; Culinary Cinema & Chef Tasting Event; Studio Premieres; Independent Films from around the world; Friday Night ‘Party with a Purpose’; VIP Parties, Panels, Networking Events plus exclusive perks like free Lounge access and front-of-the-line privileges!

VIP Pass Package Includes: 

—Wed, Oct 18—
Opening Night Film Premiere & Reception | Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park
—Fri, Oct 20—
Friday Night ‘Party with a Purpose’ | AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC
—Sun, Oct 22—
Culinary Cinema Screening and Tasting Event | AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC . Includes pre-reception at Capital One Café, Westfield UTC
— Thurs, Oct 19 – Sun, Oct 22—
Studio Premieres; Independent Films from around the world; plus, in-person Parties, Panels, Networking Events and so much more | AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC

• Festival Lounge Access  (regular pricing: $25/day). This includes drinks, snacks, bites and panel access for the day
• VIP line access for seating in theater

•’Flash your Pass’ discounts around Westfield UTC during Festival (info to come)
• Year-Round Screenings invitations to Studio Films (First come, first serve – SDiFF sends out invitations randomly throughout the year. Invitations will be sent to you when you purchase your VIP Pass and end Nov 1st.)

*RSVP (Package Fulfillment) Required for attendance to all in person screenings & events (Starting Aug 28th).

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The Fest Pass Package is all about immersing yourself in specially curated movies from around the world. Perfect for the Film Lover in all of us! Enjoy Culinary Cinema & Chef Tasting Event; Studio Premieres; Independent Films from around the world; Friday Night ‘Party with a Purpose plus discounted Lounge access and Pass line theater access!

FEST PASS PACKAGE includes

—Fri, Oct 20—
Friday Night ‘Party with a Purpose’ | AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC

—Sun, Oct 22—
Culinary Cinema Screening and Tasting Event | AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC | Includes pre-reception at Capital One Café, Westfield UTC
— Thurs, Oct 19 – Sun, Oct 22—
Studio Premieres; Independent Films from around the world; plus, in-person Parties, Panels, Networking Events and so much more | AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC

• Discounted Festival Lounge Access for $10/day (regular price: $25/day). This includes drinks, snacks, bites and panel access for the day. YOU MUST reserve lounge access each day at the $10 rate*
•’Flash your Pass’ discounts around Westfield UTC during Festival (info to come)
•Pass Line Access for seating in Theater

*RSVP (Ticket Fulfillment) Required for attendance to all in person screenings & events (Starting Aug 28th).

GET PASS

Join us on Wed, Oct 18th to kick off the 22nd Annual San Diego International Film Festival at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park. Film lovers, filmmakers, arts patrons, elected officials, and business professionals will gather to ‘Celebrate the Power of Film.’ Guests will enjoy a Pre-screening Cocktail Party followed by a Studio Film Premiere and post reception. Heavy apps, drinks and dessert provided.

Date: Wednesday, October 18th, 2023
Time: Pre Reception : 5:30 PM / Film Screening: 7:00 PM
Location: Museum of Photographic Arts, 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101

Culinary Cinema is the perfect recipe for Sunday fun and a dream come true for foodies! The ingredients begins with coffee and pastries at a
morning pre-reception at the Capital One Café [Westfield UTC] followed by a cuisine-themed movie [AMC UTC 14]. Afterwards everyone adjourns to enjoy dishes inspired by renowned San Diego Chefs. Add some nice wines and good conversation and you have a perfect Sunday afternoon!

Date: Sunday, October 22nd, 2022
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

Individual tickets for a specific film

Dates: Fri, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 22
Location: AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC, 4425 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122

$16 Screening tickets for a specific film during the in-person screenings (Fri, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 22).  

Get ready to take your Festival experience to the next level!
The Fest Lounge is the ultimate spot to indulge in complimentary beverages, bites, captivating panels with filmmakers and industry influentials. Day access includes lounge activities for that day including panels, alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, bites, red carpet, coffee & donuts, and much more! Engage in lively conversations with fellow festival-goers between screenings and events. The Fest Lounge is conveniently situated at the entrance of the AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC

VIP’s & Patrons will have Free Access into Lounge,
Fest Pass (Discount $10/ day)