51st Seattle International Film Festival

Lineup announced and individual tickets on sale April 23

Seattle International Film Festival 2025. Escape to the reel world May 15-25.

Escape to the Reel World at the 51st Seattle International Film Festival. Celebrate independent cinema as a destination with screenings in person May 15–25 at venues across Seattle, and extend your vacation with select encores streaming on the SIFF Channel May 26–June 1.

As always, the Festival will spotlight new voices alongside established directors, films from more than 80 countries, sensational hit independents, and films that have yet to break through to US audiences. There are a lot of sights to see, so come prepared for a stacked itinerary.

Passes and ticket packs on sale now. The full lineup will be revealed with tickets on sale to members on April 23 (starting at 10:00am PT). Tickets on sale to the public April 24 (10:00am PT)

Mark These Dates

Tickets on sale to SIFF Members · April 23 · 10:00am
Tickets on sale to general public · April 24 · 10:00am
Festival Member Preview · April 23 · 6:30pm · Uptown
Passholder Preview Screenings · May 5-14 · Uptown
Opening Night Film & Party · May 15 · 7:00pm (Film) · Paramount
Closing Night Film & Party · May 24 · 6:00pm (Film) · Downtown & MOHAI


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