Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get tickets for the Tributes?
Where is the Celestial Cinema?
Is there a shuttle service?
How is seating arranged at the Celestial Cinema?
Are food and beverages available at the Celestial Cinema?
What is the attire for Films and Events?
Are minors allowed at Special Events?
Where Can I Purchase Tickets?
If I ordered passes or tickets over the phone or web, where do I pick up my tickets?
What is the pass & ticket holder admissions policy?



How do I get tickets for the Tributes? top



The Shining Star Award Tribute, to Zac Efron, will take place at the Celestial Cinema as part of the Wednesday Night Program. 

The Beacon Award Tribute to Taylor Steele will take place at the Celestial Cinema as part of the Thursday Night Program.

Any Maui Film Festival Pass, except the Rising Star, will grant entry to the Celestial Cinema Programs.  You can also purchase a single ticket for the Celestial Cinema for the night of the Tribute that you are interested in.

 


Where is the Celestial Cinema?  top



The Celestial Cinema is at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course, on the amphitheater-like slopes of the golf-course training facility. 


map Celestial Cinema

 


Is There a Shuttle Service?   top



A free shuttle, courtesy of Akina Aloha Tours, will take festival attendees to and from the Celestial Cinema and Special Event venues. Celestial Cinema shuttles run continuously starting at 6:15 pm. Taste of Wailea shuttles begin at 4:15 pm. All shuttles will return to the Special Event Parking Lot at the end of each Special Event and Celestial Cinema Feature Film.

Shuttles will run from the Celestial Cinema to all 10 pm Special Events at the conclusion of the Celestial Cinema 8:00 pm Feature Film. Return shuttles will drop off guests at Wailea resort properties and the Wailea Event Parking Lot upon request.

For guests staying in Wailea Resorts, complimentary shuttle service from the hotel main entrance is available to Celestial Cinema and all events except Filmmakers Panels.

There is no shuttle service to Maui Arts and Cultural Center.

 


How is Seating Arranged at the Celestial Cinema?   top


Seating at Celestial Cinema is on the grass, and is arranged on a first come first serve basis. To make things more comfortable, please feel free to bring your own low back beach chair, blankets and pillows, or towels to sit on. You may also rent a low back beach chair for $5 per night.

 


Are Food and Beverages Available at the Celestial Cinema?   top


A mouth-watering array of food by Gannon's Restaurant will be available each evening.  Choices will range in price from $4 - $13, including wraps, salads and BBQ "hot plates."  There will also be snacks, Ono Gelato, Maui Coast Coffee, and soft drinks.

No coolers, bottles, or outside food and beverages are allowed. Celestial Cinema is an alcohol-free venue.

Maui Film Festival is proud to offer recycling bins in which to place your cans, cardboard, plastic and glass containers.

 


What is the Attire for Films and Events?   top


Attire for all events is "Resort Wear", even for the Taste of Wailea, our signature event. Attire for films is casual. Evenings can be cool at Celestial Cinema. Bringing a sweater or light jacket will guarantee your comfort for the evening.

 


Are Minors Allowed at Special Events?   top


Guests under 21 years old are welcome to all Maui Film Events except for Starry Night MoonDance and Taste of Wailea. You must be 21 or over to attend Starry Night MoonDance or Taste of Wailea.

 


Where Can I Purchase Tickets?   top


For a complete list please visit our Ticket Sales Location page.

 


If I Ordered Passes or Tickets Over the Phone or Web, Where Do I Pick up my Tickets?   top


For a complete list of pass and ticket pickup information, visit our Ticket & Pass Pick-up page.

 


Pass & Ticket Holder Admissions Policy    top


  • Admittance to the Starry Night MoonDance and Taste of Wailea is limited to those 21 years of age or older.
  • Pass holders must arrive no later than 15 minutes after the scheduled start time of all Special Events to guarantee admission, and at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of any Film or Panel to guarantee admission. Any pass holder arriving outside of the above noted time frame will be given priority admission on a space available basis, but can not be guaranteed admission.
  • Ticket holders must also arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of any Film or Tribute to guarantee admission.
  • Please be advised that rain or shine, and without exception, all Pass and Ticket sales are final and no refunds or exchanges will be made.
  • If lost, stolen or destroyed, Passes and Tickets will not be replaced.
  • Maui Film Festival staff and volunteers work year-round to ensure that a good time is had by all. That said, festival management, either directly or through its volunteers and staff, reserves the right to refuse admission to, and/or remove from any Festival screening, panel or special event, anyone whose actions are deemed troublesome and/or dangerous to other Festival attendees, guests, volunteers or staff.
  • Film, Panel and Special Event schedules subject to change without notice.
 
PLEASE NOTE:
Cameras and recording devices, including on occasion cellular phones with built in cameras, will not be allowed in Festival Event venues.


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