Discover & connect
We envision shorts, local and student voices, and intimate workshops or salons: space to discover emerging talent and talk about the craft.
IN THE MAKING · SANTA YNEZ FILM FESTIVAL
Schedule coming soon.
in the makingWe’re shaping a festival that leaves room for the film, the conversation, and the valley itself. The official lineup, dates, venues, and screening times will be announced once confirmed.
THE PLANNED RHYTHMA day that unfolds.
A day that unfolds.
Not one that rushes.
Watch & discuss
Features and documentaries can anchor the day, with filmmaker conversations after selected screenings and breathing room between sessions.
Gather & linger
Outdoor cinema is planned around dusk. The Perfect Pairing brings wine, culinary talent, and film together through tastings, winemaker salons, and shared tables.
Programming direction only · No dates, times, or events are confirmed yet.
BEHIND THE PROGRAMHow we’re
How we’re
bringing it together.
Films first, thoughtful pairings
Our aim is to group films by theme and tone, build coherent shorts programs, and connect selected stories with the valley’s chefs and winemakers—not simply fill every available slot.
Time for the conversation
We plan to allow for introductions, selected Q&As, and a relaxed transition afterward. Final session lengths will reflect each film and its accompanying event.
A valley, not a race
Travel between the five towns matters. We aim to leave practical gaps between locations, with time to arrive, settle in, and enjoy local restaurants and gathering spaces.
The right setting for each story
Screenings will be matched to suitable spaces, from Solvang Outdoor Theater to wineries, barrel cellars, and intimate local salons. Outdoor plans depend on light, weather, and venue readiness.
What to expect when it’s ready.
When the program is ready, this page will bring together confirmed film selections, screening times, locations, Q&A details, and pass or ticket information. Until then, the outline above is our intended approach—not a bookable schedule.