San Diego International Film Festival
Celebrating the Power of Film, Oct 16-20, 2024
✨23 YEARS OF FILM, CONVERSATION & CELEBRATIONS✨
The 23rd Annual San Diego International Film Festival is ’Celebrating the Power of Film’ October 16-20! Film Lovers and Filmmakers from around the world will come together to celebrate the art of cinematic storytelling.
The 5-day festival will feature Red Carpet events, including the Opening Night Film Premiere and Reception in Balboa Park and the Night of the Stars Tribute in La Jolla. Enjoy Studio and Independent Features, Documentary and Short Film screenings along with Filmmaker Q&As and Panels at AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC.
Attendees can also look forward the ‘always sold out’ Culinary Cinema as well as the Fest Lounge, VIP exclusives, parties, food, drinks and networking events!
Wednesday, Oct 16
OPENING NIGHT FILM PREMIERE & RECEPTION
Red carpet, Pre- & Post Reception, Screening
The Museum of Photographic Arts, Balboa Park
Kick off the 23rd 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’ with a Red Carpet and Studio Premiere. Guests will enjoy a Pre-screening Cocktail Party followed by a Studio Film Premiere and Post-reception.
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Thursday, Oct 17
NIGHT OF THE STARS TRIBUTE
Red Carpet and Pre-Reception and Presentations
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla
The Festival’s most glamorous evening as Hollywood comes to La Jolla! Recent recipients of the Gregory Peck Excellence in Film honorees include Laurence Fishburn, Annette Bening and Andy Garcia.
Who will be the 2024 Honorees? Join us to find out!
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Wednesday Oct 17 – Sunday, Oct 20
SCREENINGS
AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC, La Jolla
Choices. Choices. Choices. Which films will you choose?
Film lovers will enjoy film screenings of Studio Premieres and Independent Social Impact Features, Documentaries and Short Films from Filmmakers around the world. Don’t miss Panels and Filmmaker Q&As for the best Festival Experience!
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Sunday, Oct 20
CULINARY CINEMA
AMC UTC 14 @ Westfield UTC, La Jolla
Culinary Cinema is the perfect recipe for Sunday fun and a dream come true for foodies! The ingredients begin with a champagne reception, followed by a cuisine-themed movie. Afterwards, enjoy dishes inspired by renowned San Diego Chefs. Add some nice wines and good conversation and you have a perfect Sunday afternoon!
Neighborhood:
Citywide
Contact Info
info@sdfilmfest.com
Date & Time
Oct 16 - Oct 20, 2024
Price
$20-$550
