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The Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival returns April 9–12, 2026
Four days. Powerful films. Big conversations. One incredible community.
Don’t wait — buy your tickets and passes now and be part of it.
Now More Than Ever, Stories Matter
The Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival (SDFF) is an Oscar®-qualifying celebration of short and mini-docs, bringing four inspiring days of bold storytelling, filmmaker conversations, panels, and awards to the heart of Sonoma County.
What began in 2007 as a small local gathering has grown into a global event, now receiving 700+ submissions from over 62 countries each year — while staying rooted in a passionate community of filmmakers and film lovers.
Proudly progressive in its curation, SDFF amplifies urgent voices, uplifts marginalized stories, and champions films that spark social change, justice, and personal growth.
Join us. Attend. Donate. Volunteer.
Be part of a community that believes in the power of documentary film to connect us, challenge us, and move us forward.
Your Festival. Your Way.
Whether you want VIP treatment, special insider events, or sneak peeks behind the scenes, we've curated a series of passes so you can create the film fest experience you deserve.