FESTIVAL GUIDE / FAQ
How does ticketing work?
Whether you have purchased individual screening tickets or Weekend Passes online, or you're buying tickets at the door, your first stop will be the Will Call / Check-In table when you get to Studio 615. There, our team will get you set up with exactly what you need before going in to the theatre. In order to get into the theatre, you’ll need a color-coded voucher for each screening. If you ordered individual tickets online, you'll check in with us at Will Call and we'll give you the color-coded vouchers for that screening. If you've got a Weekend Pass, you can get into any screening (provided it's not already sold out), so you'll want to check in first thing each day to load up with your color-coded vouchers for the films and blocks you want to see.
What do I get with my WEEKEND pass?
If you got the standard Weekend Pass, you get access to unlimited screenings all weekend — but remember that in order to get into the theatre, you need a specific color-coded voucher for each screening! This is how we manage capacity and sell-outs in each theatre. You can pick up your vouchers when you check in at Will Call each day.
How do I decide what to see?
Each screening block has its own page on the site where you can learn about all the films in that block and purchase individual tickets to that block. If you're feeling adventurous, you can always just show up after doors open on Friday or Saturday and get suggestions from the Defy staff for what to check out that day. Our Weekend Pass is the best option if you are wanting to immerse yourself in films for the weekend!
WHAT TIME SHOULD I GET THERE?
Doors open at 5:00 PM on Friday and 12:00 PM on Saturday. We recommend getting there at least 20 minutes before the time of the screening block you want to see. If you got a Weekend Pass, we recommend getting there early each day to collect your color-coded vouchers for the screenings you want to see that day.
Will there be food?
We will have fresh-popped popcorn and other concessions (candy bars, chips, nuts, waters, etc.) all weekend. There will be a Dinner Break on the schedule on Saturday: a one-hour break between screenings to give everyone a chance to grab some food from The Mac Shack food truck, which will be on-site Saturday from 6pm - 9pm!
Can I bring my own alcohol?
Nope. But we’ve got a cash bar, and you can purchase a Defy cup for bottomless beer!
where do i park?
There is ample parking available in the lot behind Studio 615. Just follow the signs.
is it all-ages?
This festival has an age limit of 18+ up due to graphic content. Please note that we will be checking IDs at the door.
How can I volunteer?
Fill out the volunteer form HERE.
ARE THERE VACCINATION OR MASKING REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND?
We are not requiring vaccinations or masking in order to attend the festival. However, we welcome and encourage masking. As always, if you are having any cold- or flu-like symptoms, please stay home! If you have already purchased tickets to the festival and end up having to cancel due to Covid-19, please contact us for a full refund.