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Saturday Festival Pass benefits include:

  • Pass is valid Saturday, Sept. 27
  • Wristband
  • Admission to All Film Screenings (Saturday)-Refer to the official Festival Program Schedule for film listings and times.
  • On-Island Shuttle Service – Convenient transportation between official festival venues.
  • Admission to Awards Ceremony & Closing Night Film
  • Entry to Evening Closing Party

🚫 What This Pass Does Not Include

  • Admission to “The Lion’s Den: A Live Pitch Panel” as a presenter or audience member
  • Travel to or from Catalina Island
  • Lodging or accommodations
  • Transportation between venues or events
  • Any guaranteed goods or services, including meals or alcohol
  • Any portion designated as tax-deductible unless expressly stated

All travel, lodging, and transportation arrangements must be made independently.

🚫 No Day-Of Access

  • All access must be pre-approved and arranged in advance. -
  • No onsite, day-of, or walk-up admission will be granted under any circumstances.
  • Unregistered guests will not be accommodated.

🆔 Guest Check-In & ID Requirements

All guests must check in at the Catalina Film Festival Registration Office, located in the Hotel Metropole Conference Room (Lower Level).

Please follow signage for “Check-In / Registration.” Passes must be collected in person, and a valid photo ID is required at time of pickup.

Acceptable forms of ID include a government-issued ID, driver’s license, passport, or student ID.

🍸 Onsite Hospitality

  • Select private events may include hosted refreshments at the discretion of the host.
  • Alcoholic beverages, if served, are complimentary and not provided in exchange for any payment, ticket, or donation.
  •  Guests must be 21 years or older and present valid ID for age verification.
  • No drink tickets, sales, or alcohol-related perks are included as part of your pass.

📌 Legal Disclaimer

This is a private nonprofit fundraising event. Any refreshments — including food or alcohol — are provided as a courtesy and not in exchange for any ticket, donation, or other form of consideration.

This event is not licensed by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), and qualifies under private event exemptions.

Disclaimer:

The Catalina Film Festival reserves the right to refuse or revoke service to any individual at its sole discretion, without refund, including but not limited to individuals who violate event policies, disrupt festival operations, or pose a security concern.

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