Become a CIFF Member
Your film membership is much more than just movies. It’s about building a vibrant community, celebrating culture, and supporting the thriving world of independent film in Cleveland.
Why Join CIFF?
Be First in Line
Members get early access to ticket sales and the option to purchase a Playhouse Square parking pass.
Perks That Add Up
Enjoy member savings on tickets, ticket packs, merch, and special events, plus extra deals at Playhouse Square throughout the year.
Support Indie Storytellers
Your membership helps bring new independent films to Cleveland and elevate diverse voices on screen.
Find Your Film People
Join a friendly, culture-forward community, then meet up at screenings and member events throughout the year.
A Gift That Makes an Impact
Gift a membership and give someone early access, festival perks, and a year of bragging rights as a film lover.
Cinephile
With unrestricted entry to every screening, VIP lounge access, and year-round recognition, our top tier offers the ultimate film-lover experience.
$525
Cinephile benefits include:
- CIFF Baseball Cap*
- Advance CIFF50 ticket sales before public sales
- Opportunity to purchase one members-only ticket 10-pack
- Opportunity to purchase one member’s only CIFF50 Playhouse Square parking pass
- Two Opening Night Tickets
- One All Access Pass
- Access to Passholder Lounge
- 20% off Merchandise
- 20% off Special event tickets outside of Festival season (limit 2 per event)
- Access to exclusive content, offers and quarterly newsletter
- Access to Playhouse Square's Corporate Exclusive Online Ticketing deals!
*Buyer must provide complete mailing address in order to receive membership gift.
Insider
Step into the spotlight. Unlock priority seating, 10 film tickets, and deeper access to the festival’s most exciting moments.
$250
Insider benefits include:
- CIFF magnet*
- Advance CIFF50 ticket sales before public sales
- Opportunity to purchase one members-only ticket 10-pack
- Opportunity to purchase one member’s only CIFF50 Playhouse Square parking pass
- Ten Screening Tickets ($198 value, excludes opening night)
- $2 off additional tickets (2 Tickets per screening)
- 20% off Opening Night tickets (limit 2)
- 20% off Merchandise
- 20% off Special event tickets outside of Festival season (limit 2 per event)
- Access to exclusive content, offers, and quarterly newsletter
- Access to Playhouse Square's Corporate Exclusive Online Ticketing deals!
*Buyer must provide complete mailing address in order to receive membership gift.
Shorts Club
This is strictly for the fans of short films. Get all-access to every shorts program during the Festival and year-round.
$125
Shorts Club benefits include:
- CIFF sticker*
- All-access to every Shorts program at CIFF50
- 20% discount on tickets to Get Shorty, our most popular fundraising event of the year (limit 2)
- $2 off 2 Tickets per screening
- 20% off Merchandise
- 25% off Shorts Club programming throughout the year (limit 1)
- Access to exclusive content, offers, and quarterly newsletter
- Access to Playhouse Square's Corporate Exclusive Online Ticketing deals!
*Buyer must provide complete mailing address in order to receive membership gift.
Friend
Experience more for less. Enjoy discounted tickets, early access to screenings, and exclusive member-only updates.
$89
Friend benefits include:
- CIFF sticker*
- Advance CIFF50 ticket sales before public sales
- Opportunity to purchase one members-only ticket 10-pack
- Opportunity to purchase one member’s only CIFF50 Playhouse Square parking pass
- $2 off 2 Tickets per screening
- 20% off of Opening Night tickets (limit 2)
- 20% off Merchandise
- 20% off Special event tickets outside of Festival season (limit 1 per event)
- Access to exclusive content, offers, and quarterly newsletter
- Access to Playhouse Square's Corporate Exclusive Online Ticketing deals!
*Buyer must provide complete mailing address in order to receive membership gift.