4 Reasons to Attend the 2024 Newport Beach Film Festival
Attracting more than 60,000 film fans each year, the Newport Beach Film Festival is recognized as one of the country’s largest luxury lifestyle film festivals. This cinematic celebration is set to take place from October 17-24, 2024, and will feature over 350 films from around the globe. Spotlighting everything from documentaries and shorts to full-length dramas, you won’t want to miss this iconic Newport Beach event! With that said, we’re shining a spotlight on what to expect at this year’s festival.
Independent and International Films
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Newport Beach Film Festival has selected just over 300 films to spotlight during this year’s event. Attendees will have the opportunity to view everything from features to shorts! To kick off the eight-day festival, a showing of “Old Guy,” with special guest Austrian-German actor Christoph Waltz, will take place. On closing night, guests can enjoy a screening of “A Real Pain” and a closing night party at Lido Plaza.
Opening Night Gala at Fashion Island
Following the screening of “Old Guy,” guests can attend a glamorous opening night party at Fashion Island. This special event will feature hor d’oeuvres prepared by award-winning Orange County restaurants, a hosted bar sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and live entertainment. Cocktail attire is strongly encouraged! Please also note that this is an outdoor event, so a coat or jacket is recommended. To purchase tickets, click here.
Honors and Variety’s “10 Actors to Watch”
On Sunday, Oct. 20, the festival will host its annual Honors and Variety’s “10 Actors to Watch” programs at the beautiful Balboa Bay Resort. The annual celebration will spotlight both industry legends and rising stars, like Monica Barbaro, known for her role in “A Complete Unknown,” Ryan Destiny, the lead in “The Fire Inside,” and Fred Hechinger, who starred in “Gladiator II.”
Please note that attendance at the Newport Beach Film Festival Honors event is by invite-only!
Parties, Entertainment and Culinary Offerings
Aside from various screenings, this year’s festival will feature an abundance of entertainment. On the schedule of events, you’ll find a variety of after-parties featuring top performers and tastings prepared by award-winning local restaurants. And don’t miss out on the Sunset Series, taking place on select evenings at various locations in Newport Beach!
For more info on the 25th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival, visit www.newportbeachfilmfest.com!
