Get involved
Be part of the festival
Volunteer, donate, sponsor or connect with a community of film lovers and filmmakers. Your support helps lift up important voices and bring independent cinema to the Central Coast.
Volunteer
Volunteer at the festival
SLO Film Fest depends on volunteers who help bring independent film to San Luis Obispo County. Volunteer sign-ups for 2027 open soon.
Membership
Become a Palmie member
Purchase an annual SLO Film Center membership! For $99 receive 6 free admissions to the Palm Theatre, a free small popcorn with each visit, a special birthday reward, discounts to the festival, and more!
Donate
Support independent film
Your tax-deductible donation helps sustain the SLO Film Center and power the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival for years to come.
Sponsor
Sponsor the festival
Since 1993 the festival has grown into the Central Coast’s premiere independent cinema event. Partner with us to connect your brand with an audience united by the power of storytelling on the big screen.
Filmmakers
Submit your film
Regular Deadline: October 31, 2026
Rules, fees and deadlines are on FilmFreeway and Hiike.
Merch
Shirts, totes and more (Bonfire store)