FESTIVAL FAQ
When is the Festival?
The 48th Annual American Indian Film Festival (AIFF48) will take place November 3 -11, 2023
Where is the Festival?
AIFF48 screenings will take place virtually and at our 6 partnering venues—throughout San Francisco and Berkeley, Ca.
Health and Safety
There are currently no plans to implement mandatory COVID-19 related health and safety protocols at the 48th Annual American Indian Film Festival. However, the health and safety of Festival attendees remains our number one priority and the Festival will continue to monitor the pandemic situation. Attendees will be subject to all applicable federal, state, and local safety precautions in place at the time of the event. In addition, AIFF may, at its sole discretion, implement additional mandatory safety precautions to be determined.
Face masks, if desired, will be available at all venues upon request.
What is Eventive?
Eventive is the ticketing platform for the American Indian Film Festival. When you purchase tickets at aifisf.com, you will receive a confirmation email from Eventive with the subject line: “Order Confirmation # – American Indian Film Festival”.
When and How can I get tickets?
Pre-sale tickets will go on sale on Sept. 15. AIFF48 will announce its festival program on October 1 at which time individual tickets will go on sale. Visit aifisf.com to purchase individual tickets.
Where can I buy tickets?
Up until the morning of the showing, you can purchase tickets online at aifisf.com. After the morning of the show online tickets are no longer available, but you can still get them at the show’s venue.
When should I arrive for the screening?
It is recommended for Passholders to arrive up to 15 minutes before showtime to guarantee a seat. AIFF can’t guarantee seats for Passholders who don’t show up at least 15 minutes before. Ticket holders should arrive 10 minutes before the screening to join the ticket holder line.
What do I need to bring to the screening?
If you are a Passholder, all you need is your pass. If you bought a ticket online, you’ll need to bring a physical or digital copy of your ticket.
I have my tickets. What do I do next?
Please double check your film selections listed on your order confirmation email.
If the tickets you’ve purchased are for an in-person screening, check aifisf.com for the venue address, and be sure to arrive 15 minutes before the screening time.
If your tickets are for a Virtual Event, you will receive a Virtual Access Email in order to stream your selections.
Where can I get fest merchandise?
AIFF merchandise can be purchased at each of our participating venues throughout the festival. Visit aifisf.com to find out where we are each day.
Are refunds or exchanges available?
There are no refunds or exchanges.
Can I record audio or video in the theaters and other festival venues?
Recording any audio or video in any manner and through any medium is strictly prohibited in all theaters and venues of the American Indian Film Festival and American Indian Film Institute. Anyone found to be making any such recording shall be subject to removal from the theater, revocation of any pass allowing entrance to the Fest without refund, confiscation of any equipment and storage media used in the recording and criminal and/or civil prosecution.
Are animals allowed?
No animals allowed (service/support animals only).
Is this an all ages event?
Please be advised that some films shown at American Indian Film Festival are UNRATED and may be considered offensive or inappropriate for some viewers. We encourage anyone under the age of 18 to attend with an adult guardian.
Social Media
Be sure to use the hashtag #AIFF48 or #AIFF on your own posts so we and your fellow fans can share in your experience.
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What to Wear
For most events, attendees should dress comfortably and prepare for changes in temperature when moving from inside to outside of Festival venues. The weather in San Francisco in November is mild and cool, with average highs of 64°F (18°C) and lows of 49°F (10°C). It's the start of the rainy season, so you can expect more rainy days. We recommend you bring a light jacket or windbreaker just in case.
Awards Night on Closing Night
For those attending the Awards Night on November 11, we recommend cocktail attire, typically a suit or cocktail dress.