BOX OFFICE

See below all of our different pass and ticket options.

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FESTIVAL PASSES

All Access Movie Mogul pass

ALL-ACCESS MOVIE MOGUL PASS

$350
$ 315 until December 31st
  • Access to all screenings and special events
  • Access to Passholder Line
  • Festival Lounge access
  • Encore screenings at the Palm Theatre

MOVIE STAR

$225
$ 202 until December 31st
  • Access to all general and special presentation film screenings
  • Access to Passholder Line
  • Daytime Festival Lounge Access before 5pm
  • Excludes special events (Surf Nite in SLO, King Vidor, Community of Skate, Music Video Showcase)
CINEPHILE

TICKET PACKAGES + INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

Ticket packages are a great and affordable way to enjoy the festival! You save on ticketing fees and can choose your tickets in an advance. Ticket packages and individual tickets will be available in April 2025.

FAN PACK 6

$ 80
  • A six-ticket package redeemable for all regular screenings in-person or virtual
  • Select tickets in advance
  • Ticket package saves on transaction fees and 10% on each ticket.
  • You can exchange tickets online or at the box office.
  • Shareable between multiple people IF TICKETS ARE SELECTED IN ADVANCE. Walk ups can only be scanned for one person per screening.
  • Excludes special events (Opening Night, Surf Nite in SLO, King Vidor, Community of Skate, Music Video Showcase),

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

$ 15/12
  • Grants access for one person to attend an in-person, virtual screening or event. Film or event must be selected in advance. See an individualized pricing breakdown below. Tickets will be available in April 2025.
  • Select tickets in advance

TICKETING DETAILS & FAQ'S

HOW TO REDEEM YOUR FAN PACK

LINE PRIORITY

PASSHOLDER LINE: Gets let in 30 minutes before showtime
RESERVED TICKET HOLDER LINE: Gets let in 25 minutes before showtime
WALK UP LINE: Gets let in 10 minutes before showtime after all passholders and reserved ticket holders

Passes and ticket packages (like a Fan Pack 6) help save on transaction fees and give you savings if you want to see multiple films! 

IN-PERSON SINGLE TICKETS:
$15 General / $12 Student + Film Society

SPECIAL EVENTS:
$25 General / $20 Student + Palmie

SURF NIGHT:
$25 General / $20 Student + Palmie / All-Access passes only

AWARDS NIGHT GALA:
$25 General / $20 Student + Palmie

CLOSING NIGHT:
$25 General / $12 Student + Palmie / All passes accepted

SPECIAL PRESENTATION FILMS:
$15 General / $12 Student + Palmie

PANELS: $5 General / All passes accepted

NOTE:
To see a short film, purchase a ticket to one of the shorts programs or one of the features that the short is playing with!

NOT A FAN OF PURCHASING ONLINE?
We will have a Festival Box Office open during the month of the festival so that you can visit us in-person!

  • Make sure to arrive at least 35 minutes prior to all screenings to line up at the venue.
  • Passholders will be let in 30 minutes before the screening. All remaining passholders will be seated first-come, first-served with pre-sold ticket buyers 15 minutes before the screening start time.
  • All seating is general admission.
  • Bring your phone or printed ticket for scanning. Make sure to enlarge the barcode for volunteers to easily scan your ticket.
  • Screenings may include Q&A’s after the film with visiting filmmakers, these generally run no longer than 10 minutes! Don’t be afraid to ask questions!

Gifting has never been easier! Just add a pass or package to your cart and click the checkbox that says “Is this a gift?”

Follow instructions on how to send the gift directly!

All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.In the event of a cancellation for which there is no rescheduled date, a refund may be issued at the option of the management.

COVID – 19 NOTICE FOR IN-PERSON EVENTS:
By attending, you acknowledge the inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 and there can be no guarantee that you will not be exposed to COVID-19 despite preventative measures taken. By attending the event or program you agree to assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. You agree to follow all SLO Film Fest procedures and practices related to COVID-19 or otherwise. You also agree to release, covenant not to sue, discharge, hold harmless, indemnify and defend SLO Film Fest, to the fullest extent allowable by law (including for ordinary negligence) its directors, employees, agents, contractors, insurers and affiliates, of all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs, or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating to attendance at SLO Film Fest events or programming.

Having trouble purchasing a pass or applying an extra? Not to worry, our friendly staff will help you navigate the process. Please email our staff at [email protected] with your name, number and information. We will get back to you in the contact method you prefer!

We do our best to get back to you in a timely manner, but we are short staffed. Your patience is appreciated!