SAAFF 2026 Returns
14th Annual Seattle Asian American Film Festival
May 29–31, 2026
Join us this spring for a weekend of films, filmmaker conversations, and celebrations highlighting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander voices.
Festival Passes
Lock in Early Bird pricing for SAAFF 2026
For a limited time, get discounted access to multiple screenings and events during SAAFF 2026. Early Bird passes offer the most flexible and cost-effective way to experience the festival.
Prices will increase closer to the festival, and quantities are limited.
Lock in Early Bird Pricing
$80
$64
In‑Person Festival Pass
Save on full access to in-person screenings and Opening Night
$100
$80
Hybrid Festival Pass
Best Value: full festival access, virtual + in person
$25
$20
Virtual Only Festival Pass
Stream selected films for less from anywhere in the U.S.
Prefer to browse on Eventive? View all passes on Eventive →
Questions?
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Please Note: You will not be able to start watching films online until Monday, June 1 at 12:00am and will have until Sunday, June 7 11:59pm to start watching the programs. Once you've started watching the program, you have a 48 hour viewing window.
All festival passes only allot 1 ticket per program. Films are not rated for content and viewer discretion is advised. All films are available to viewers within the United States, unless otherwise noted. Please check each film program for viewing windows and geographic restrictions. Select films will not be available online. All film program views are limited and can “sell out,” which will be indicated on the individual film or event page. All programs are subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Service fees and taxes apply to all purchases.
Tickets to the Opening Night Party CANNOT be redeemed with the Virtual Only Festival Pass.
Call for Volunteers
Help bring SAAFF 2026 to life
The Seattle Asian American Film Festival is powered entirely by volunteers, and we’re looking for folks to join us for our 2026 festival.
Whether you’re helping with check-in, supporting screenings, or assisting behind the scenes, volunteering is a fun way to experience the festival, meet filmmakers, and connect with the community.
No film experience needed. Just bring a positive attitude and willingness to help.
Apply by April 15, 2026
News / Updates
For Filmmakers
Resources to help you create, fund, and share your work.
SAAFF supports filmmakers beyond the festival screen. From local grants and funding opportunities to networking events and submission guidance, our Filmmaker Resource page brings everything together in one place.
Become a 2026 Festival Sponsor
Align your brand with Seattle’s only pan-Asian American film festival and connect with filmmakers, creatives, and audiences across the Pacific Northwest.
Our sponsorship packages are designed to provide meaningful visibility while directly supporting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander storytelling.
Join Our Team!
We’re building our volunteer staff team for 2026! From marketing to programming to production, SAAFF is powered by passionate volunteers who help bring Asian American stories to the big screen.
Support SAAFF With a Donation
Your donation helps us continue uplifting the voices and stories of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander filmmakers in the Pacific Northwest. Every contribution directly supports our screenings, community events, and year-round programming.
Looking to support as a business? View Sponsorship Opportunities.
What People are Saying About SAAFF
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"What a wonderful film festival! It was well curated and the staff was son organized and welcoming. I was so humbled and honored to be a part of the shorts program and the learned so much."
June Films
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"SAAFF is a really great community-building festival, with very thoughtful politics and programming! We were so delighted to be part of their selection and would do it all over again!"
Van Tran Nguyen
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"SAAFF truly supports Asian American filmmakers and our community. So happy to have my film, as American as it Gets, be included in the Pamilya film block. Communication was timely and I had a lovely time doing a Zoom Q&A."
Marnie Salvani
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"I have so much fun every time I come to the festival. The staff and the audiences are some of my favorites out of any festival I've been to. It's such a treat to play at SAAFF."
Jeff Man