Festival Locations
Festival Venues
World-class cinema in the heart of Sarasota's vibrant cultural district
The Sarasota Film Festival brings world-class cinema to venues throughout Sarasota and the surrounding area. From the main multiplex to intimate arthouse theaters, each venue offers a unique filmgoing experience.
Festival Venues
Cinebistro
3501 S Tamiami Trail Suite 1100, Sarasota, FL 34239, United States
Upcoming Events
- Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM EDTMala
- Sun, Apr 12, 6:30 PM EDTOn the End
- Mon, Apr 13, 3:30 PM EDTTwo Pianos
- Mon, Apr 13, 6:30 PM EDTPeter Asher: Everywhere Man
- Tue, Apr 14, 3:30 PM EDTDeepfaking Sam Altman
- Tue, Apr 14, 6:30 PM EDTSteal This Story, Please!
- Wed, Apr 15, 6:30 PM EDTThe Trial of Alec Baldwin
- Thu, Apr 16, 3:30 PM EDTThe Last One for the Road
- Thu, Apr 16, 6:30 PM EDTCarolina Caroline
- Fri, Apr 17, 6:30 PM EDTI Want Your Sex
- Sat, Apr 18, 6:30 PM EDTMaddie's Secret
- Sun, Apr 19, 6:30 PM EDTLate Fame
New College of Florida/Sainer Pavilion
5313 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34243
Upcoming Events
- Fri, Apr 10, 6:00 PM EDTOpening Night Film: "Deep Water"
- Sat, Apr 11, 10:00 AM EDTFlorida Narrative Shorts
- Sat, Apr 11, 12:00 PM EDTThe Last 600 Meters
- Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM EDTFish Fry & Fellowship
- Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 PM EDTArthur Elgort: Models & Muses
- Sat, Apr 11, 6:30 PM EDTA Portrait of a Postman
- Sun, Apr 12, 12:00 PM EDTThe Floaters
- Sun, Apr 12, 2:00 PM EDTAnne Packard: An Artist's Resolve
- Sun, Apr 12, 4:00 PM EDTNewport and the Great Folk Dream
- Sun, Apr 12, 6:30 PM EDTThe Scout
- Tue, Apr 14, 1:00 PM EDTSoul Patrol (+ short "Home")
- Tue, Apr 14, 4:00 PM EDTArtists in Residence
- Tue, Apr 14, 6:30 PM EDTOccupational Hazard: The First Coral Reefers
- Thu, Apr 16, 4:00 PM EDTBunnylovr
- Thu, Apr 16, 6:30 PM EDTHoneyjoon
- Fri, Apr 17, 12:00 PM EDTDocumentary Shorts
- Fri, Apr 17, 6:30 PM EDTNormal
- Sat, Apr 18, 12:00 PM EDTENCORE -- Occupational Hazard: The First Coral Reefers
- Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM EDTSFF Talks: A Talk & Demo with Jayson Dumenigo
- Sat, Apr 18, 6:00 PM EDTClosing Night Film: "In the Hand of Dante"
- Sun, Apr 19, 12:00 PM EDTSono Lino
- Sun, Apr 19, 2:00 PM EDTSoul Patrol
- Sun, Apr 19, 4:30 PM EDTMeta Take One
New College Sainer Pavilion Courtyard
5313 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34243
Upcoming Events
- Fri, Apr 10, 9:00 PM EDTOpening Night Reception
- Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 PM EDTClosing Night Reception
New College Soccer Field
351 College Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34234
outside College Hall
Upcoming Events
- Fri, Apr 17, 6:00 PM EDTSFF Sports Program
- Fri, Apr 17, 6:00 PM EDTSFF Talks: Business of Sports
- Fri, Apr 17, 7:00 PM EDTVictory
Ringling College / Morganroth Auditorium
2363 Bradenton Road, Sarasota, FL, 34234
Morganroth Auditorium at the Larry Thompson Academic Center
Upcoming Events
- Sat, Apr 11, 10:00 AM EDTSidecar Sadie to the Rescue
- Sat, Apr 11, 12:00 PM EDTCall It What It Is
- Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM EDTThe Python Hunt
- Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 PM EDTArthur's Box
- Sun, Apr 12, 12:00 PM EDTOne in a Million
- Sun, Apr 12, 2:00 PM EDTFighting for Florida
- Sun, Apr 12, 4:00 PM EDTShe Runs the World
- Fri, Apr 17, 12:00 PM EDTKilljoy & Tether: a Special Presentation
- Fri, Apr 17, 2:00 PM EDTThe Healing Mirror
- Fri, Apr 17, 4:00 PM EDTAnimated Shorts
- Sat, Apr 18, 10:00 AM EDTInstafilm Finale & Awards
- Sat, Apr 18, 12:30 PM EDTSFF Talks: AI in Film - What's Next?
- Sun, Apr 19, 12:00 PM EDTBest of Ringling Film
- Sun, Apr 19, 2:00 PM EDTCookie Queens
- Sun, Apr 19, 4:00 PM EDTWesthampton
Sarasota Art Museum
1001 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34236
Sarasota Art Museum
Upcoming Events
- Fri, Apr 17, 4:00 PM EDTCharliebird
- Fri, Apr 17, 6:00 PM EDTBefore Night Falls
Suncoast Technical College
CONFERENCE CENTER
4748 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34233
Upcoming Events
- Sat, Apr 11, 3:00 PM EDTGive Me the Ball!
- Sat, Apr 11, 5:30 PM EDTFlorida Documentary Shorts
- Sun, Apr 12, 12:00 PM EDTHollywood Nights 1
- Sun, Apr 12, 2:00 PM EDTHollywood Nights 2
- Sun, Apr 12, 4:30 PM EDTOmaha
- Thu, Apr 16, 6:00 PM EDT96 lbs. of Dynamite
- Sat, Apr 18, 11:00 AM EDTEchoes of Generosity: From Legacy to Life
- Sat, Apr 18, 12:00 PM EDTNuisance Bear
- Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM EDTSunlight - Children Matter
- Sat, Apr 18, 4:30 PM EDTShorts Made with AI
- Sun, Apr 19, 12:00 PM EDTAn Auschwitz Album Story
- Sun, Apr 19, 2:00 PM EDTENCORE -- Peter Asher: Everywhere Man
Visiting Sarasota
Sarasota is located on Florida's stunning Gulf Coast, known for its white sand beaches, world-class cultural attractions, and vibrant arts scene. The festival takes place each April, offering perfect weather for exploring the city between screenings.
Getting Here
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is 15 minutes from downtown. Direct flights from major US cities. Tampa International (TPA) is also nearby.
Accommodations
The Sarasota Modern is the festival's official hotel. Book early — April is peak season on Florida's Gulf Coast.
Festival HQ
332 Cocoanut Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236
info@sarasotafilmfestival.com
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