Ticketing at the SLO Film Festival has never been easier! We currently use a robust ticketing provider, Elevent to make the ticketing process seamless.
Log into your account in the left hand corner and click “Sign In” to start.
2022 tickets and passes are officially on sale!
Passes and ticket packages (like a Fan Pack 4) help save on transaction fees
and give you savings if you want to see multiple films!
ALL-ACCESS MOVIE MOGUL+ PASS
Grants access for one person to all festival screenings; receptions; workshops;
panels; special events, including red carpet events; and the Festival Lounge.
Plus, full virtual access for one household from May 1 – 8.
Please note some events require RSVP.
MOVIE STAR+ PASS
Grants access for one person to all regular festival screenings, workshops,
panels, and the Festival Lounge Monday through Friday during the day.
Plus, full virtual access for one household from May 1 – 8.
DOES NOT include access to special events and screenings.
FAN PACK 4
A four-ticket package good for regular screenings, either in-person or on the virtual platform.
After purchasing, make your film selections on our website or at the box office.
You must select films in advance and have a ticket for a specific film for entry.
SLOFILMFEST@HOME
Can’t make the in-person screenings? Join us virtually from May 1 to May 8!
The virtual pass grants access for one household to all virtual screenings throughout the week.
In-Person Single Tickets: $15 General / $12 Student + Film Society
Virtual Tickets: $12 General / $10 Student + Film Society
Closing Night: $15 General / $12 Student + Film Society / All passes accepted
Awards Night Gala: $25 General / $20 Student + Film Society
Make Your Moves Shorts Program: FREE with registration
Special Presentation Films: $15 General / $12 Student + Film Society
Special Events: $25 General / $20 Student + Film Society
Surf Nite: $45 General / $40 Student + Film Society / $55 for larger vehicles
Panels: $5
You can can navigate through the Film Guide or Film Schedule views to purchase tickets! New this year is you can buy individual tickets across all venues!
You can also use the “Search” feature on the schedule to search for a specific film.
Not sure how to fulfill your Fan Pack 4? Follow our step by step guide here.
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 online? Visit us in-person at our Festival HQ!
FESTIVAL HQ HOURS:
PRE-FEST
APRIL 12–APRIL 17:
MON, TUES CLOSED
WED, THURS, FRI: NOON–6PM
SAT 10AM–4PM
CLOSED EASTER
APRIL 20–APRIL 25: (closed April 18, 19)
NOON–6PM
DURING THE FEST:
APRIL 26–MAY 1:
9AM–8PM
- 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 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!
In light of current state and county guidelines, we will not check for proof of vaccination or negative test, but we do strongly suggest wearing masks when indoors and when not eating or drinking. Masks have been proven to greatly reduce the spread of the new COVID variants. If you aren’t feeling well or were exposed to COVID-19, we kindly ask that you stay home. We are offering a virtual festival, which is a great option if you’re not yet comfortable attending in-person events.
All staff and volunteers will be asked to wear masks and will be frequently washing hands.
In addition:
- Doors, seats and shared surfaces will be wiped/cleaned after use.
- All venues’ HVAC systems meet current Cal/OSHA and EPA standards, based on our checks.
- We are requesting out-of-town filmmakers and guests take a rapid antigen test upon arrival.
- Social distancing will be maintained during Q&As and on Red Carpets
The SLO County Health Department is now offering free rapid antigen tests (results can take up to 30 minutes) followed by a PCR test. View our Community Testing Sites. SLO County is now 67.3% fully vaccinated and experiencing low case counts. You can check up-to-date statistics here.
Please note these policies are subject to change
Gifting has never been easier! Just add a pass or package to your cart and you will see a checkbox that will say “Is this a gift?”
Follow instructions on how to send the gift directly!
If you received a Voucher, Admit 1, Red Carpet or Gift Card these items are considered “EXTRAS.”
Extras live in your Elevent account which you can login into in the left hand corner of your screen. Once you’ve logged into your account you will see the available codes in your profile.
You can apply these codes in the “Extra Code” section when you are checking out. Still having trouble? Email our staff at info@slofilmfest.org for more information! Extras never expire!
View our How to Guide here
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 info@slofilmfest.org 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!