PFF28 Festival Events
PFF28 Festival Events
Opening Night Gala & Party
OPENING NIGHT GALA FILM
Thursday, October 17 | 8:45 PM | Philadelphia Film Center
JUST MERCY
Deeply compelling and timely, Just Mercy chronicles the work of lawyer and activist Bryan Stevenson to save the lives of dozens of innocent prisoners on death row and the case that ignited his career.
Guests anticipated to attend.
OPENING NIGHT PARTY
The Filter Club | 24 S 24th St | 11:00 PM – 2:00 AM
After the Opening Night Gala screening, join us at the Fitler Club to kick off a truly remarkable Film Festival! Share your PFF lineup with friends, grab a sweet treat, and raise a glass to the 28th Philadelphia Film Festival. The Opening Night Party will feature a luxurious dessert bar and complimentary drinks. 21+ only.
We advise taking taxis or rideshares to the party; parking may be difficult.
GALA FILM & PARTY TICKETS: $50| $40, PFS Members
GALA FILM ONLY TICKETS: $20 | $15, PFS Members
Closing Night Festivities
AWARDS CEREMONY & CLOSING NIGHT GALA FILM
Friday, October 25 | 6:45 PM | Philadelphia Film Center
CLOSING NIGHT GALA FILM
KNIVES OUT
When a renowned mystery writer winds up dead, an eccentric investigator suspects foul play from amongst his many heirs in this star-studded whodunit from Rian Johnson (Looper, Star Wars: The Last Jedi).
Guests anticipated to attend.
CLOSING NIGHT PARTY
SugarHouse Casino (The Event Center) | 1001 N. Delaware Ave | 10:30 PM – 1:30 AM
Celebrate the close of the PFF28 with award winners, guests, and fellow Festival-goers, as we look back on another amazing Festival and towards the coming year of films with PFS. Event will feature complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres. 21+ only
Please use North Entrance. Free Parking Available.
GALA FILM & PARTY TICKETS: $50| $40, PFS Members
GALA FILM ONLY TICKETS: $20 | $15, PFS Members
PFF Young Friends Party
Thursday, October 24 | 9:30 PM-12:00 AM
The Deacon | 1600 Christian St 2nd Floor
Two households, both alike in dignity,
At the Deacon, where we lay our scene…
Are you a Montague or a Capulet? Find out at the 28th Philadelphia Film Festival Young Friends Party! Choose your house and win points for your family at this modern-day masquerade. Masks will be provided upon entry. Whether you a love Shakespeare, or just a night out, join the PFS Young Friends to toast to PFF28. Tickets include complimentary drinks.
TICKETS: $20 | $10, PFS Young Friends
Sponsored by The Deacon.
Festival Lounge
October 18 – 27 | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM*
Khyber Pass Pub | 56 s 2nd Street (Upstairs)
OPEN TO ALL PFF28 TICKET AND BADGE HOLDERS AGE 21+ ONLY
The Festival isn’t just about watching movies; it’s also about sharing experiences. The Festival Lounge is a tradition that welcomes all PFF28 ticket & badge holders to pop in, grab a bite and discuss the day’s screenings.
Just a short walk from the Ritz East & Ritz Five theaters, the Festival Lounge is a space exclusive to PFF28 ticket holders, badge holders, and Festival guests, who are invited to stop by for a little “R&R” between screenings and enjoy special events — and possibly an encounter with a visiting PFF filmmaker! The Lounge offers lite bites and special perks for badge holders.
*The Lounge will close at 4:00 PM on Friday, October 25, for Closing Night Festivities.