WinterFest, presented by the Jewish Film Institute, is a showcase of independent films that expand and evolve the Jewish story for audiences in the San Francisco Bay Area. An exciting mid-year complement to the summer's annual San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, WinterFest features new release titles fresh from festivals like TIFF, the Berlinale, Sundance, Telluride, and more. From innovative dramatic features to illuminating documentaries, WinterFest invites film lovers to dive deep into tales that entertain, challenge, educate, and delight us.
The 12th annual WinterFest takes place February 22–23, 2025 in San Francisco.
Program Announcement: Thursday, January 23 at 10am PT
JFI Members Pre-Sale: 48-hour pre-sale period, January 23–25
General Public Sales: Saturday, January 25 at 10am PT
Become a JFI member for discounts and early access to the full WinterFest program.
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