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San Luis Obispo International Film Festival
San Luis Obispo, United States
April 23-28, 2026
6 days
About San Luis Obispo International Film Festival
Central Coast California film festival founded in 1993. Features international independent cinema at the historic Fremont and Palm Theatres. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates the SLO Film Center.
Festival details
Location
P.O. Box 1449, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406 · San Luis Obispo, United States
Scope
International
Focus
Independent · International · Documentary · Narrative Features · Shorts · Music Videos
Duration
6 days
Founded
1993
Awards
King Vidor Memorial Award
Lifetime Achievement.
George Sidney Independent Film Competition
Competition.
Special programs
Annual 6-day festival
Main festival.
Youth Showcase
Youth program.
Central Coast Showcase
Regional showcase.
Music Video Showcase
Music videos.
SLO Film Center
Year-round programming.
For filmmakers
Screening eligibility
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