The Festival’s most glamorous evening shines as Hollywood’s brightest stars step onto the Red Carpet in La Jolla. This dazzling tribute celebrates the Gregory Peck Excellence in Film Award, previously honoring icons such as Marlee Matlin, Mark Hamill, Annette Bening, Adrien Brody, Laurence Fishburne, Andy Garcia, Kenny Loggins, Sir Patrick Stewart, Geena Davis and more.

Guests enjoy an elegant evening of red carpet arrivals, a pre-reception, our Student Art Exhibition opening, silent auction, star-studded awards ceremony, and an unforgettable after-party with music, dancing and celebration.

DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Time: Red Carpet & Pre-Reception: 5:30 PM | Awards Show: 7:00 PM
Location: The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla, CA