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The 10th Annual Festival can be enjoyed as an all-inclusive or a la carte experience.
There are options for every cinephile budget but we recommend the EMERALD Badge for those who love to immerse themselves in all the festival has to offer!
From donuts and coffee in the morning, to happy hours and after parties and enjoy films, panels and workshops throughout the day.
Advance reservations are the biggest perk as red carpet films have sold out every year!
*CIFF has a strict NO REFUND policy (this includes acts of God, nature and any communicable viruses)
*Transfers ARE allowed with approval from the CIFF Box office if you are unable to attend for any reason.
*Badges do NOT include the Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Award Gala.
* Access does not guarantee a seat - a reservation is required for all screenings, events, parties and will fill up on a first come basis.
Programming Schedule and Venues are subject to change at any time
All films open 30 minutes prior to the stated start time
CIFF is a Cash-free festival (we accept all major Credit Card & venmo)
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Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Crown Room at the Iconic Hotel Del Coronado
6:00 PM Hosted Champagne Reception and Red Carpet on the Vista Terrace * non-hosted bars will be open
7:00 PM Dinner & Awards Presentation
9:30 PM Industry Tribute Wrap Party
The Stars Come Out To Shine!
The Coronado Island Film Festival’s most glamorous evening returns as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary with the Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Awards Gala.
This unforgettable night honors the creative forces—both above and below the line—who elevate the art and science of cinematic storytelling.
Festival Host and Honorary Jury President Leonard Maltin—one of the most respected film critics and historians—will lead the evening. Maltin will engage honorees in thoughtful onstage conversations as they accept their awards.
Presentation: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Coronado Performing Arts Center
A Tribute to the 60th Anniversary of The Beatles’ 1965 Show
at Balboa Stadium in San Diego
Moderated by Leonard Maltin
“The Resident Beatles Expert” for The Beatles Channel, SiriusXM
A documentary film by Natalie Palumbo and Tom Frangione
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) welcomes makers and lovers of film from all over the world to the storied seaside village of Coronado, California to celebrate the magical art of visual storytelling. Coronado’s enduring love affair with Hollywood began more than a century ago.