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On sale now. #SIFF2023 is May 11–21.

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Passes and Packages

Seattle International Film Festival

Join us at the 49th Seattle International Film Festival and discover the best in independent films from around the globe. Enjoy an out-of-this-world experience in SIFF theaters and venues throughout the city May 11–21, 2023, followed by a week of select films streaming on the SIFF Channel May 22–28.

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

PASSES

Film Pass

Your 18-day journey into film:

  • Priority seating ahead of individual ticket holders.
  • Admission to all regularly priced Festival screenings ($15 or less).
  • Admission to preview screenings prior to the Festival, May 8–11.
  • Access to all virtual screenings on the SIFF Channel.
Selling quickly. Excludes Opening Night & Closing Night, Secret Festival Screenings, Red Carpet Experience, private events, and receptions. Seating is not guaranteed.

Regular Price: $525
Member Price: $450 / $375 (until Jan 1)

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Platinum Pass

Never wait in line! Platinum passholders enjoy:

  • Guaranteed access to all Festival and Gala screenings, public parties and events.
  • Admission to preview screenings prior to the Festival, May 8–11.
  • Priority seating ahead of passholders and ticket holders.
  • Access to all virtual screenings on the SIFF Channel.
  • Invitation to a private Festival preview event.
Limited quantity available. Excludes Secret Festival Screenings, Red Carpet Experience, private events, and receptions. Some SIFF events, programs, and screenings may require additional RSVP in order to attend.

Regular Price: $1600
Member Price: $1300 / $1040 (until Jan 1)

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Platinum Plus Pass

The ultimate Festival experience! Get all the Platinum Pass perks plus:

  • Reserved seating section at the Opening Night Film.
  • Your favorite seat at each theater reserved for you and up to three guests.
  • Priority seating ahead of all passholders and ticket holders.
  • Your very own concierge—handling all of your screening needs to ensure you have an extraordinary Festival experience.*
  • Access to all virtual screenings on the SIFF Channel.
  • Invitation to a private Festival preview event.
Limited quantity available. Excludes Secret Festival Screenings, Red Carpet Experience, private events, and receptions. Some SIFF events, programs, and screenings may require additional RSVP in order to attend.
*Platinum Plus passholders are subject to Concierge rules and regulations.

Regular Price: $2500
Member Price: $2200 / $1760 (until Jan 1)

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Secret Festival Pass

Seattle's most exclusive film club! All screenings are secret—what we can tell you is that you need to purchase the Secret Festival pass to attend. Screenings occur on the two Sundays of the Festival at 11:00am sharp.

Only good for entry into Secret Festival screenings. Not available virtually.

Regular Price: $40
Member Price: $35

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PACKAGES

Opening Night Film & Gala

Entry to the Opening Night Gala film and party on May 11th, 2023. Enjoy three complimentary drink tickets and hors d'oeuvres at the party!

Note: SIFF parties are strictly 21+. Please bring valid photo ID (driver's license, passport, etc.).

Regular Price: $85
Member Price: $75 / $65 (until Jan 1)

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Opening Night Red Carpet Experience

Enjoy special access on Opening Night and get access to an exclusive reception, reserved seating at the screening, plus a VIP area at our famous after-party.

Note: that SIFF parties are strictly 21+. Please bring valid photo ID (driver's license, passport, etc.).

Regular Price: $350
Member Price: $350

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Closing Night Film & Gala

Entry to the Closing Night Gala film and party on May 21, 2023. Enjoy two complimentary drink tickets and hors d'oeuvres at the party!

Note: SIFF parties are strictly 21+. Please bring valid photo ID (driver's license, passport, etc.).

Regular Price: $85
Member Price: $75 / $65 (until Jan 1)

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TICKETS

6-Pack

Six vouchers redeemable for any regularly priced in-person or virtual film screening. Only two (2) vouchers may be redeemed for each screening.

Vouchers can be redeemed any time during the 2023 Seattle International Film Festival and expire on May 29, 2023. Vouchers can be redeemed individually or all at once in person at any SIFF Cinema box office or online. Tickets are valid up to 10 minutes until showtime—after that time, seating cannot be guaranteed. Vouchers cannot be used for Gala Screenings, Galas or other specially priced or private events.

Regular Price: $75
Member Price: $63

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Individual Tickets

Individual tickets for in-person and virtual screenings can be purchased online on each film’s detail page or at any SIFF Cinema box office. Tickets will be also available at Festival venues the day of screenings; quantities may be limited.

April 26 - On sale to SIFF members
April 27 - On sale to general public

VIRTUAL ACCESS NOTICE

Due to changing industry conditions around virtual film availability, streaming will only be accessible via individual tickets or with the purchase of a Film Pass, Platinum Pass, or Platinum Plus Pass.

GET THE BEST DEAL ON PASSES!

Become a SIFF Member today and get the best of the fest with early access, discounts, and more. Select any link above, then sign in to your SIFF member account on goelevent.com to view items and discounts.

How to Purchase

Online: Passes and packages may be purchased on this page. Individual film tickets available for purchase on each film's page after lineup is released.

Phone: Call 206-464-5830 for order support Monday–Friday, 10:00am to 5:00pm, excluding holidays. Offices will be closed November 24–25 & December 26–30.

In Person: At the SIFF Film Center, 10:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Also available at the SIFF Cinema Uptown and SIFF Cinema Egyptian box offices, which open 30 minutes before the first screening of the day.

All pass purchasers will receive an email pre-festival with instructions for pick-up. For questions, please email boxoffice@siff.net. PLEASE NOTE: Pass purchases are not considered a donation to SIFF and are therefore not tax-deductible. Learn more about making a donation at siff.net/donate.

Interested in gifting a SIFF pass or package? Check "this is a gift" before adding the item to the cart. A blue Gift icon will appear next to the item in the Cart and Order Summary. After purchase, two emails are sent: Order Confirmation and Gift Redemption. Forward the Gift Redemption email to the recipient to claim their gift, or visit a SIFF Box Office for a Gift Form to present them.

Media & Industry Accreditation

Are you a member of the media or an industry professional? Applications will open early spring for media and industry accreditation.

Industry Accreditation