Where do I pick up my Indie Pass?
You can pick up your Indie Pass(es) in the lobby of the Alameda Theater & Cineplex, 2317 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA, on any day of the festival, February 22nd-25th, 2024, during screening times or before an event

What do I need to obtain my Festival Pass?
Simply provide your I.D.

Where do I park?
There is a paid parking garage attached to the Alameda Theatre, 1416 Oak St. near Central.

What can I see with my Indie Pass?
A LOT! Seven features. Six shorts programs. That’s over 19 hours of film! Plus, four free panels from Industry Insiders. You can check out detailed information regarding our feature films and shorts programs on our Schedule. We suggest planning in advance what to see to make the best use of your pass.

* Note: The screenings of No Right Way at our Festival Kick-Off, Our Grand Opening Film, Dr. Eddie Henderson: Uncommon Genius, and Bill Plympton’s Slide are EXCLUDED from the Indie pass but you may buy single tickets. Also, any AIFF non-film party events are excluded. You may purchase the Grand Opening Reception for Dr. Eddie Henderson as a separate ticket.

Where do the movies show?
In Theatre #2, Theatre #3, and Theatre #4. Ground Floor of the Alameda Theatre Cineplex (Additional screening upstairs on Sunday). There will be a posted schedule in the lobby of where each program is screening.

When do doors open to the programs?
Indie Passholders can take their seats starting 5 minutes before each program, but may line up outside the doors to the theatre 10 minutes before. They will be seated after A-Lister passholders.
*Note: Only B F D Pass and Single Ticket holders are guaranteed seating to any screening.
**Note: For Bill Plympton’s Masterclass, Indie Passholders will be seated after A-Lister but before single ticket

How long are the programs?
Running times vary. Please consult the schedule. Note that the running time listed excludes the Q&A. For example, a running time of 74 minutes is the combined length of the short films (or feature) in the program. After each block there is a Q&A with any filmmakers that are present.

Can I share my Indie Pass?
Absolutely! Once you pick up your Indie Pass, it’s yours to do with as you please. Obviously, only one person can use it at a time. Just make sure that person has all the info you’re getting!

I still have questions!
No problem! Please email us with any questions and we’ll respond as quickly as we can: aiff@alamedafilmfest.com

Thank you again for being part of this wonderful event! We can’t wait to see you in person!