Film festivals aren’t just about showing films, they’re about celebration! So come party with us at some of this year’s special events.

Nov. 9: Opening Night Party
Join us in celebrating the start of this year’s festival immediately following the screening of OH LUCY!
9:00 PM| San Diego Natural History Museum (1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101)
Hosted by Executive Chef Ky Phan of Crab Hut, Stella Artois, and DJ Kanoya

Nov. 10: KITA KITA Reception
Ticketholders for KITA KITA and Badgeholders are welcome to attend a reception immediately before the screening.
6:00PM – 7:00PM | UltraStar Mission Valley (7510 Hazard Center Dr. #100, San Diego, CA 92108)

Nov. 11: SDAFF Awards Gala
The biggest awards ceremony in Asian American cinema celebrates achievements in independent filmmaking. More information is available HERE.

5:00PM Pre-Gala Reception Hosted by Stella Artois & Sushi on a Roll
6:30PM Dinner, Entertainment, Live Auction & Awards Program
9:30PM After-Party

Nov. 12: Filmmakers & Industry Brunch
Free brunch and coffee from The Dojo Cafe for attending filmmakers and industry.
10:00AM – 12:00PM | SDAFF Guest Services Lounge (Cabrillo Room, Marriott Mission Valley)

Nov. 12: Centerpiece / Taiwan Cinema Showcase Reception
Ticketholders for MON MON MON MONSTERS and Badgeholders are welcome to attend a food reception immediately before the screening.
5:00PM – 6:30PM | UCSD Price Center Theater

Nov. 13: Member and Badgeholder Reception
If you’re a Pac Arts Member or a SDAFF 2017 Badgeholder, join us for an exclusive reception after the screening of ISLAND SOLDIER, which is this year’s free member screening.
7:30PM – 9:00PM | UltraStar Mission Valley (7510 Hazard Center Dr. #100, San Diego, CA 92108)
Hosted by Sansai and Stella Artois

Nov. 17: Closing Night Party
Toast the end of the festival after the closing night screening of A BETTER MAN.
8:45 PM| San Diego Natural History Museum (1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101)
Hosted by Executive Chef Saransh Oberoi (Obi) of Masala Street, Stella Artois, and DJ Kanoya