Cinema Italian Style: Opening Night Party
November 18, 2026
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Italian cinema, culture, and community as we kick off Cinema Italian Style 2026 with a special Opening Night Celebration.
The Evening
The evening begins at SIFF Cinema Uptown with a screening at 6:00pm of Gioia mia (Sweetheart), winner of two David di Donatello Awards and special prizes at the Locarno Film Festival.
At SIFF Cinema Uptown, we will also draw the first two winners of the Cinema Italian Style Raffle!
Following the screening, we’ll move to KEXP for an evening of Italian food, drinks, a dedicated photo booth and live entertainment featuring the Italian band The Space Noodles.
Enjoy food and beverages from our wonderful sponsors and partners, including Duè Cucina, Tutta Bella, Gelatiamo, Caffè Umbria, La Dispensa, Dalla Terra Wines, Pasta Casalinga and PFI.
Come celebrate Italian cinema with us and kick off this year’s festival in style!
Festival Pass holders receive complimentary admission to the Opening Night Celebration.
Tickets:
Opening Night Film + Party tickets are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- General Admission (film + party): $40
- Students (film + party): $25 (valid student ID required)
Event Details:
Opening Night Celebration
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Program starts at 6:00pm
SIFF Cinema Uptown
- 6:00pm Program starts
- 6:30pm First Drawing of the Cinema Italian Style Raffle
- 7:00pm Gioia mia (Sweetheart) screening starts
- 8:45pm Food and drinks booths open
- 8:30-9:45pm Photo Booth
- 10:00pm Live concert by The Space Noodles