The Palm Springs International Film Festival is one of the largest film festivals in North America, welcoming over 135,000 attendees each year for its lineup of new and celebrated international features and documentaries.  The Festival is also known for its annual Film Awards Gala, honoring the best achievements of the film year by a celebrated list of talents. Produced by the Palm Springs International Film Society, the Festival offers 14 days of events and film screenings featuring over 150 films.  

2018 Schedule at a Glance

  • August 1, 2017: Passes, Film Awards Gala, Opening Night, Closing Night, & 6-packs on sale
  • December 18, 2017: Film Society Member Preview Night
  • December 18, 2017: Film & Event Schedule posted online
  • December 19, 2017: Film & Event Schedule released in The Desert Sun
  • December 19-21, 2017: Film Society Member ticket days (online & via phone only)
  • December 22, 2017: Ticket sales begin | Ticket & Information Center Opens
  • January 2, 2018: Film Awards Gala
  • January 4, 2018: Opening Night
  • January 5-14, 2018: Film Screenings & Events
  • January 14, 2018: Closing Night
  • January 15, 2018: Best of Fest

Schedule is subject to change

For more information, call 760.322.2930 or 800.898.7256 or visit: 2018 Palm Springs International Film Fest