Individual Tickets will open to the general public October 8, 2025
Badge Holders will enjoy pre-public reservation October 6, 2025
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.
Please note: All service charges are non-refundable.
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.