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NAIFF VIP PASS

Price $99.00

  • The Festival Pass grants you access to all screenings of NAIFF: 30 films representing diverse cultures and communities at the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center and Greenbelt Cinema.
  • Enjoy a Red Carpet photo shoot and VIP Meet and Greet during the Opening and Closing ceremonies at the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center.
  • Attend talk programs and panel discussions at Brentwood Arts Exchange, supported by the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, throughout the festival.
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Daily Access Pass

Price $35.00

Access

  • Daily Passes provide access to all screenings on a day of your choice at AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center and Greenbelt Cinema.
  • Enjoy privileged access to the theater and reserved seats
  • Individual Passes for each of the festival days: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

OPENING CEREMONY & FILM SCREENING

Price $25.00

Access

  • Access the Opening Night Film screening, preceded by a red-carpet event with guests and filmmakers.
  • Enjoy a Red Carpet photo shoot and Meet and Greet during the opening ceremony at the AFI Silver Theatre. 

CLOSING AWARD CEREMONY & FILM SCREENING

Price $25.00

Access

  • Access the Closing Night Film screening followed by a red-carpet event with guests and filmmakers.
  • Enjoy a Red Carpet photo shoot and Meet and Greet during the Closing Night Award ceremony at the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center.

GENERAL TIME SLOT TICKETS

Price $15.00

Access

  • General timed slot tickets provide access to a screening of the films within that time slot at the AFI Silver Theatre and Old Greenbelt Theater. Please see our film schedule for more information.

 

NAIFF 2026

Buy Tickets and Passes 2026

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of independent cinema. Secure your passes and tickets now and be part of the experience.

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NAIFF VIP Pass

The ultimate festival experience with exclusive access, premium seating and special perks throughout NAIFF 2026.

  • All Screenings & Events
  • Priority Seating
  • Opening & Closing Ceremonies
  • VIP Lounge Access
From $199
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Daily Access Pass

Unlimited access to all regular screenings and events on the day of your choice.

  • All Screenings Selected Day
  • Q&A Sessions
  • Festival Programs
  • General Seating
From $49
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Opening Ceremony & Film Screening

Kick off the festival with an unforgettable opening ceremony followed by a special film screening.

  • Opening Ceremony
  • World Premiere Screening
  • Red Carpet Access
  • General Seating
From $29
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Closing Award Ceremony & Film Screening

Celebrate the best in independent cinema with our awards ceremony and closing night film screening.

  • Awards Ceremony
  • Closing Film Screening
  • General Seating
From $29
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General Time Slot Tickets

Choose your preferred time slot and enjoy curated films across multiple categories.

  • Select Time Slot
  • Regular Screenings
  • General Seating
From $15
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