Best of the Summer Fests!

2022 Sonoma International Film Festival Summerfest

07.27.2022

Outdoor winery events featuring films, food, wine, live music, and Sonoma’s cinematic scenery in the background: now that’s a blockbuster summer weekend! The Sonoma International Film Festival’s SIFF Summerfest is back by popular demand—including outdoor movies, special events like the Screen & Cuisine dinner, film premieres, and plenty of wine, food, and fun.

Meet the filmmakers and stars and see the West Coast premiere of The Good House, starring Sigourney Weaver and Kevin Kline. See the full lineup of outdoor films and in-theater screenings: Passes are limited, so don’t wait until it’s too late—get your SIFF Summerfest tickets before they sell out: Full pass or individual film purchases.

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