SDAFF Spring Showcase 2026🎞️

The 15th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) Spring Showcase returns from April 24–26, 2026!
Below is the master schedule for this 3-day cinematic celebration held at UltraStar Mission Valley (Hazard Center). This is a "master event" for our group to coordinate—check the lineup below, grab your tickets, and let us know in the comments which films you’ll be attending so we can find each other in the lobby!

🎥 EVENT DETAILS
Link to see trailers CLICK HERE
Dates: Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26, 2026
Location: UltraStar Mission Valley @ Hazard Center (7510 Hazard Center Dr, San Diego)
Tickets: ~ $15 General | $13 Student/Senior
We have access to $3 off tix for our annual group donors - reach out
Passes: All-Fest Passes are available for die-hard film fans.

📅 THE FILM LINEUP
Friday, April 24 (Opening Night)
Opening Film: [TBA - Check Site for Title] | 7:00 PM | Runtime: Approx. 100 min
Kick off the festival with a bold new premiere and Opening Night reception!
Saturday, April 25
Afternoon Feature 1 | 12:30 PM | Runtime: 95 min
Documentary Spotlight | 2:45 PM | Runtime: 82 min
Asian American Panorama Shorts Program | 5:00 PM | Runtime: 90 min
Saturday Night Centerpiece | 7:30 PM | Runtime: 115 min
Sunday, April 26
Classic Cinema Encore | 1:00 PM | Runtime: 105 min
International Narrative | 3:30 PM | Runtime: 110 min
Closing Night Film | 6:30 PM | Runtime: 98 min
(Note: Specific titles are updated rolling-basis on the official SDAFF schedule. Please double-check showtimes before arriving!)

🎟️ HOW TO JOIN US
Individual events for day or film will be separately posted

What are you most excited to see this year? Drop your picks in the comments! 👇