FESTIVAL INFO
Join us for the seventh annual Coast Film & Music Festival, November 1-9, 2025 in Laguna Beach, CA. Events will be held throughout Laguna Beach during the nine-day festival window. Experience the best of coastal lifestyle and outdoor adventure through film premieres, conversations with filmmakers and athletes, live music, art workshops, and more. The festival aims to inspire the next generation of explorers and storytellers while providing entertainment and education.
MULTI-DAY PASSES
Looking for the BEST VALUE and ULTIMATE festival experience?! Grab a multi-day festival pass, which provides access for all NINE DAYS to Festival of Arts, Rivian South Coast Theater, Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center, Forum Theater programs, and other ticketed events.
SINGLE EVENT TICKETS
Prefer to curate your own festival experience? Single event tickets allow you to choose the specific films, panels, or special programs you want to attend. Please note: single event tickets are limited and not guaranteed to be available for all film screenings and programmed events, so we encourage you to purchase early to secure your spot.
COAST SUMMIT
2025 tickets are now available!
As part of the 2025 Coast Film & Music Festival, the third annual Coast Summit—presented by A New Earth Project—is a one-day immersive experience designed to equip, connect, and activate those committed to building a healthier planet by supporting healthier people.
This year’s theme, "Healthy People, Healthy Planet," highlights the vital link between personal well-being and environmental regeneration. The Coast Summit brings together leaders from the worlds of sustainability, adventure, business, wellness, and storytelling in a format that blends the energy of a trade show with the insight of a summit.
DO GOOD VILLAGE
A curated space during the Coast Film & Music Festival at Festival of Arts during the second weekend, to connect festivalgoers with interactive hands-on experiences hosted by our community partners.
LIVE MUSIC
The power of music is undeniable for bringing people together and invoking positive energy. Live acts and silent disco are part of our DNA. Previous lineups have included Kenny Aronoff + Friends with special guests THE ALIVE, Common Sense, Donavon Frankenreiter, Matt Costa, Great North Special, Par Avion, and more!
Get ready for a new live music venue for 2025, the Irvine Bowl at Festival of Arts with Jack Johnson & The Moonshine Conspiracy!
Pat Stacy - Filmmaker | Amber Torrealba - Professional Athlete + Filmmaker | Josh "Bones" Murphy - FilmmakerSPEAKERS
Join us after select films for Live Q&A interactive discussions with the filmmakers, athletes, and more!
True magic happens when the heroes in the films and creators talk about making the films and sharing their expertise, experiences and important topics about the world. We assemble an incredible group of experts in their field who not only talk on panels, they are also accessible to the audiences and enjoy their time while in Laguna Beach.
SUBMIT A FILM
2025 Film Submissions are closed.
This nine-day event showcases independent outdoor films from around the world, including features, shorts, documentaries, animations, youth, and student films. We cannot wait for you to join us for our 7th annual festival!
We invite you to come experience Laguna Beach for a night or the whole weekend. Make the most out of the festival and check out Visit Laguna Beach for all of the best restaurants and activities in town!
Check out the 2025 Coast Film & Music Festival poster! Artwork by Jeff Canham, an artist, designer, sign painter, and amateur woodworker based in San Francisco, CA.