When can I pick up my pass?
On any day of the festival, February 22nd-25th, 2024 during our programming. Check the schedule for starting/ending time each day.
(For Local Filmmakers: We will be having a pass pick up party for our attendees on Sunday, February 18th at 4PM at The Preacher’s Daughter, 1629 Park Street, Alameda. If you wish to pick up your filmmaker pass early and meet the Executive Directors, please email us at aiff@alamedafilmfest.com.)

Filmmaker Participation
All of our programs are followed by a Q&A with any of the film representatives that are present. AIFF attendees are particularly interested in what filmmakers have to say.
IMPORTANT: Please let an AIFF Team Member know PRIOR to your screening that you are participating.
Please let us know if you are NOT going to be in attendance for your screening.
You should feel free to attend other screenings and then pop in for your Q&A. They will last around 20 minutes.
We ask for Shorts Q & A that you limit it to two representatives. Please contact us at aiff@alamedafilmfest.com to arrange tickets.
If you have cast or crew that want to attend, we may be able to provide complimentary tickets to their screening on a case by case basis.

Where do I park?
There is a paid parking garage attached to the Alameda Theatre, 1416 Oak St near Central.

How many movies are there to see?
A LOT! Seven features. Six shorts programs. That’s over 18 hours of film! Plus, four free panels from Industry Insiders. You can check out detailed information regarding our feature films and shorts programs on our Schedule. We suggest planning in advance what to see to make the best use of your pass.

* Note: The Dr. Eddie Henderson and Slide screenings are excluded from the Filmmaker Pass but single tickets may be purchased based on availability. The same applies to the Grand Opening After Party.

Where do the movies show?
In Theatre #2, Theatre #3, and Theatre #4. Ground Floor of the Alameda Theatre Cineplex. (Additional screening upstairs on Sunday)

When do doors open to the programs?
Filmmaker Pass Holders can take their seats right before each program, but may line up outside the doors to the theatres 10 minutes before.
We will seat B F D Passholders and Single Ticket holders first, then A-Lister Pass Holders, then Indie Pass Holders, then Filmmakers.

How long are the programs?
Running times vary. Please consult the schedule. Note that the running time listed excludes the Q&A. For example, a running time of 74 minutes is the combined length of the short films (or feature) in the program. Q & A’s are generally 15-20 minutes.

Movies are great but what about parties?
Yes! We’re excited to have several fantastic events for our Filmmakers (and their plus ones)!

• Alameda Pub Crawl-Friday, 2/23 - 8PM-11PM
  We will meet in the bar of the theatre’s Cinema Grill and caravan to Alameda’s famous Forbidden Island for a complimentary Tiki drink. After that, we will head to Lucky 13 Bar back on Park Street. Anyone is welcome to attend. Each Filmmaker passholder will receive a complimentary drink. Single passholders with plus one included. Feel free to meet at any of the locales. Complimentary drink is only at Forbidden Island. Some ride-sharing may be provided for visiting filmmakers without transportation. RSVP Required

• Filmmaker Happy Hour & Mezcal Tasting, 2/24 - 4:30PM-6PM
  Hosted by sponsor Berkshire Hathaway, our filmmakers and B F D’s will enjoy a signature Mezcal cocktail and light Mexican appetizers literally across the street from the theatre. Attendance for Filmmakers and B F D Passholders only. Single passholders with plus one included. RSVP Required

• Radium Reception for Bill Plympton, 2/24 - 8PM-10PM
  Hosted by our top sponsor at an undisclosed location, filmmakers and B F D’s will be treated to wine/beer & appetizers in a beautiful, Victorian Alameda home. Attendance for Filmmakers and B F D Passholders only. Single passholders with plus one included. RSVP Required

• Boogie Down to Funky Town, 2/24 - 9:30PM
  Join us for a night of dancing at one of San Francisco’s legendary venues, Cat Club! With a private AIFF Lounge Area, Filmmakers and B F Ds will be treated to free entry and a complimentary cocktail. Please note: In order to gain free entrance, you must enter prior to 10PM. After 10PM, you will pay a cover of $15. Anyone is welcome to attend. Free Entrance, Lounge Area, and Complimentary Cocktail is for Filmmaker and B F D Passholders only. Single passholders with plus one included. Some ride-sharing may be provided for visiting filmmakers without transportation. RSVP Required

• Filmmaker Breakfast, 2/25 - 10AM-11AM
  Filmmaker Passholders will meet for coffee and pastries across the street from the theatre in advance of our final day of AIFF screenings. This event is restricted to Filmmaker Passholders only. No Plus Ones. RSVP Required

  Closing Awards Ceremony and Party, 2/25 - 5PM-7PM
  To close out our festival, AIFF will be presenting thousands of dollars in awards to filmmakers. Afterwards, we’ll party at Cinema Grill before you say goodbye. Space is limited for the awards ceremony: Priority will be given to B F D Passholders and Filmmakers. After that, it is open to the public. The closing party is open to the public. There will be light appetizers and a complimentary drink for B F D Passholders and Filmmakers. Single passholders with plus one included. RSVP Required

Please fill out the questionnaire below regarding your attendance at the above events by Friday, February 9th

I have a pass but my plus one wants to see films too
We know that some of you will have people with you that will also want to attend screenings. If you would like them to have access to all the same film as you, they should purchase an Indie Pass. Code: FMINDIE2024

I still have questions!
No problem! Please email us with any questions and we’ll respond as quickly as we can: aiff@alamedafilmfest.com

Thank you again for being part of this wonderful event! We can’t wait to see you in person!