49th Seattle International Film Festival

49th Seattle International Film Festival takes place May 11-21, 2023

The 49th annual Seattle International Film Festival returns in person May 11–21, 2023 taking Seattle moviegoers on a cinematic odyssey at venues across the city, followed by a week of select films streaming on the SIFF Channel May 22–28.

Passes and ticket packages are on sale now. Individual tickets will go on sale to SIFF members on April 26, and to the general public on April 27.

Past Lives

Opening Night: Past Lives

The 49th Seattle International Film Festival will open with A24's Past Lives, with writer/director Celine Song in attendance for a post-film Q&A. At our Opening Night Event, enjoy the film then take to the Paramount’s stage or right outside on 9th Avenue for a night of dancing, drinks, and bites—all complimentary with your ticket. 

Grand Hyatt Seattle

Special Offer through April 14

Buy a Festival Film Pass* by April 14 and be entered to win a free one-night stay at the Grand Hyatt Seattle, official hotel of the Seattle International Film Festival.

*Eligible Passes include Platinum Plus, Platinum and Film Pass. Offer ends 11:59pm on Friday, April 14.

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This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts.