Arts & Entertainment

Coast Film Festival Returns to Laguna Beach

The third annual festival, coming this fall, will offer both an in-person and virtual option.

Panel from a previous Coast Film Festival
Panel from a previous Coast Film Festival (Caroline Rustigian)

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Mark your calendars for the return of the Coast Film Festival in Laguna Beach in November.

The third annual festival takes place from November 10—28, with a full slate of films, art and industry panels.

Coast Film Festival organizers search the world for films with profound stories about people, cultures and the delicate balance between nature and humans. The offerings typically includes films about surf and snow sports heroes, outdoor explorers, Olympians and environmentalism.

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The in-person festival will be held at the Festival of the Arts Fairgrounds from November 10—14. Following that, the video-on-demand portion will be available via the event website, from November 16—28.

Tickets and packages will go on sale after Labor Day, and will include:
• 60+ documentary and adventure films
• Q & A‘s with film directors, athletes and activists before and after screenings
• Panel discussions
• Art exhibition
• Exhibit area with booths from sponsors and environmental non-profit partners
• Networking opportunities with filmmakers, athletes, and creators

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The festival is a member of 1% for the Planet, and, as a result, pledges that 1% of its sales will be donated to groups working to protect the environment.

To learn more, visit www.coastfilmfestival.com or direct questions to info@coastfilmfestival.com

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