Box Office

Box Office Hours

The box office will open on June 19th at 10 am till 5pm at the Camelot Theatre.

June 20th thru the 26th the box office will be open one hour before the first showing
and will close half an hour after the last showing has begun.

How to Purchase Tickets

On Sale starting June 1st at 9:00 am PT for Film Society Members and June 3rd 9:00 am PT to the general public.

When you attend a ShortFest screening, you will be seeing a film 'program'.  Film programs consist of 4-9 short films programmed together for a cohesive experience.  Films in each program often vary in genre, subject, and style, providing our audience with a wide range of adventures. Q&As with attending filmmakers occur after each program to enhance and broaden your experience.

TICKET PRICES

General Admission: $15 | Members $12

Opening Night Screening & Reception: $75

Closing Night Awards Ceremony (screening & reception): $60 

Forum Panel: General Admission $15  | Members $12

All tickets are subject to a $1 service charge per ticket 

How do I purchase tickets?

Film Society Member days beginning June 1, 2023 9 AM PST

General public online or via phone beginning June 3, 2023

ORDER ONLINE

  • Select the film or film program you want to attend
  • Click the Reserve Now box once the correct film or event is chosen...follow the steps until receipt is received
  • FILM SOCIETY MEMBERS: Please make sure to log in to your account first in order to get your member discount.
  • All tickets are subject to a $1.00 service charge per ticket 

ORDER BY PHONE

  • 800.898.7256 or 760.778.8979 Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm

IN-PERSON

  • Available at our Box Office location during operating hours Click Here for Box Office Location

Where do I pick up my tickets?

  • PRINT-AT-HOME TICKETS!  Eligible ticket orders will be available with a print-at-home option when ordering online or via phone.  A PDF download link will be available in the order confirmation email.  Click the link, download and print this PDF in color or black & white, and present it at the theater for entry. 
  • If you do not wish to use the print-at-home option, you may still pick up your tickets at the box office during operating hours.
    • Only the person who purchased the tickets may pick them up
    • You must bring a photo ID for identification purposes

Box Office Hours
Camelot Theatres (Palm Springs Cultural Center)
2300 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs

Starting June 19th, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
June 21-27 - 1 hour before 1st show until ½ hr after the last show

How to navigate with tickets

Once you have your ticket(s) it's easy to get into film screenings and events.

FILM SCREENINGS

  • Lines begin forming 30 minutes prior to the start of the film program and seating begins approximately 30 minutes prior to showtime
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the film, seating is not guaranteed if you arrive after 15 minutes prior to showtime
  • Enter the "Ticket Holder" line for the specific film program you have a ticket(s) for
  • Present your ticket
  • All tickets will be scanned upon entry

VIRTUAL BEST OF FEST

ShortFest will screen a selection of award winners and audience favorites VIRTUALLY after ShortFest wraps.  Dates: July 7-13, 2023.  This virtual pass will grant the purchaser full access to 25+ short film favorites from the 2023 addition.  Watch from the comfort of your own home and at your leisure. Films will only be available to view within the United States.  Visit our PASS PAGE for further details.

Virtual Best of Fest $75  

Standby

When a film screening is deemed STANDBY, it means that the allotment of advance tickets has been reached.   If you weren't able to purchase an advanced ticket, there is still a chance to see the film as tickets may go unused.  Empty Seats are released for sale 10 minutes prior to screening. The released seats are deemed Standby Tickets and will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Standby lines form 40 minutes prior to screening.

Festival Etiquette

  • Saving places in line or saving seats for other guests or between shows is not permitted. 
  • If you need to leave the auditorium for any reason, take your ticket stub or pass with you and be sure to pick up a RE-ADMIT pass before you leave. No one will be re-admitted without the re-admit pass and their ticket stub or festival pass. 
  • No recording equipment is permitted in the theatre auditorium. 
  • Please turn off all cell phones and mobile devices during the film presentation. 
  • For the pleasure of all guests there is no talking permitted during the film presentation and no late seating. 
  • Please complete and return your ballot immediately following each screening. 
  • To expedite theatre cleaning and seating please discard your trash and exit promptly after your screening. 
  • All theatre auditoriums are cleared between show times. 
  • Many lines are outside of the theatres. Please dress appropriately for comfort, as it can get hot during the day and cold in the evenings. Theatres may also get chilly. 
  • No outside food permitted in the festival theatres. Please visit the concession stand.
  • No large bags are permitted inside venues.
  • All bags are subject to search by festival and venue staff.
  • Terms and Conditions

Refunds & Exchanges

The PSIFS reserves the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason. We enforce this policy to ensure a secure, professional, and convenient environment for all of our customers.

COVID-19: If you are unable to attend the festival due to Covid-19 or can not comply with mandates at the time of the event you may request a refund.  Unused tickets after a screening has passed are not eligible for refund.

ShortFest 2023