How to HIFF
Box Office & ticketing information for HIFF ʻŌpio Fest 2026
How to HIFF @ ʻŌpio Fest
Buy a Pass
Passes go on sale for members first and are the best way to access the best of the fest.
Pick a Film
Browse through the films and programs and buy individual tickets.
Watch a Movie
Bring your tickets or pass on your phone and scan in at the theater. Eat Popcorn!
Box Office Hours & Locations
Advance purchases can be made online or by calling the HIFF Box Office at the hours listed below.
Phone Hours
☎︎ +1 808-792-1577
- March 9 – April 13 | 2 PM – 6 PM | Closed Sundays
- April 13 – 19 | 2 PM – 8 PM | Daily
At Consolidated Theatres Kahala — April 17-19
The HIFF Box Office opens 1 hour prior to the first showtime every day and stays open until the start of the last screening.There are no advanced in-person sales. All advance ticket sales must be done online or by phone.
Ticket Pricing
Regular tickets purchased in advance for most screenings at Kahala
ʻŌpio Fest Student Showcases and Shorts Programs
Discounted tickets with valid ID
HIFF Members receive $3 off all advance tickets!! * You Must be SIGNED IN to see the HIFF MEMBER Ticket Type
Stand by (RUSH) and tickets purchased within 12 hours of showtime are not eligible for membership or other discounts and no vouchers will be accepted
Festival Accreditation
Festival accreditation is provided to eligible individuals. Learn more and apply below if you are any of the following:
Filmmaker
Qualified applicants have a film in the current festival program.
Guest
This badge is for those invited to attend the festival and not representing a film.
Press
Members of the press and approved content creators.
Oʻahu Venues
Consolidated Theatres Kahala
Main ʻŌpio Fest Venue
4211 Waiʻalae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
April 17 – 19, 2026
Visit Venue →Consolidated Kapolei Theatres
West Oʻahu
890 Kamokila Blvd, Kapolei, HI 96707
October 28 – 30, 2025
Visit Venue →Neighbor Islands
Molokaʻi
The Mango Theater
November 14 – 16
Frequently Asked Questions
Watching Films and Basic FAQ's
Buy Tickets or a Pass
- Browse the Film Program or Passes page
- Add your tickets/pass to your cart
- Sign-in to your HIFF account and purchase the TICKETS or PASSES/PACKAGES in your cart
- Activate/Fulfill the PASS/PACKAGE in your account and add individual tickets (see below for more info)
- Receive a confirmation of your order and receipt via e-mail
At The Theater
- 🎟️ Present your mobile or e-ticket to the ticket scanners at the theater doors.
- 🍿 Buy Popcorn and enjoy!
Fulfill your Pass and add tickets to your pass
- Sign in to your HIFF account
- Click "Fulfill Package,"
- Navigate the film program, and choose the available films to add to your pass.
- See Festival Pass Fulfillment walkthrough for more detailed instructions.
*If you have a complimentary Festival Accreditation Pass (Filmmaker, Guest, Press) — you must use the email address from your accreditation application to create your account
Attend the screening in person
HIFF IN-THEATER SCREENINGS ONLY
All screenings take place in the theater, except some education screenings, which may be streamed online by invitation
- Purchase a pass or individual tickets to the screening of your choice on this website or in person at the HIFF Box Office
- Tickets and passes will be emailed to the email address associated with your HIFF account
- Arrive at the theater early to purchase concessions and general seating is on first-come basis
- There are no sold out shows. Once a screening has no more tickets remaining, a RUSH (see below) line will be formed for any empty seats at the start of the show
Can I reserve my seats?
- In order to maintain a fun and dynamic festival atmosphere, HIFF does not offer reserved seating for general admissions.
- However, HIFF Platinum Pass does allow the pass holder to RSVP in advance for reserved seats.
- Some seats in each screening will be reserved for filmmakers, festival guests, donors. etc.
Ticketing FAQ's
How do I buy tickets to individual films or programs?
You can purchase tickets by visiting the film page from the Film Grid; on the bottom, select the date and time you wish to go to, add the appropriate ticket type and click "Add to Cart" button in the ticketing section. You can then sign-in, check out, or continue browsing for more tickets.
Can I purchase tickets at the theater?
Yes, as long as tickets are remaining for the screenings. Tickets can be purchased for any screening as long as the box office is open. In-person box office hours are one hour prior to the first screening, till the start of the last screening. ALL DAY OF SHOW/RUSH TICKETS ARE $20 WITH NO DISCOUNTS OR VOUCHERS USAGE.
What are RUSH Tickets?
Rush tickets are offered when there are no remaining tickets available for sale for a screening or event. A standby line will form at the venue approximately one hour prior to scheduled start time. Admittance is based on availability and if there are unclaimed or returned tickets or ticket holders don't show up. Admittance will begin roughly 10 minutes prior to program start time. Rush tickets are the same price as same-day tickets and are payable upon entry.
How do I sign in to my HIFF account?
You can sign-in using the "SIGN IN" function in the website header. If you've forgotten your password, you will be prompted to reset it.
Ticket Packages & Voucher Redemption
- Sign in to your HIFF account.
- Click "Fulfill Package,"
- navigate the film pages, and choose the available films to add to your pass.
- See Festival Pass Fulfillment walkthrough for more detailed instructions.
You must use the email address from your accreditation application to create your account