Attending the Festival?
Your Full Festival Pass
The only way to access the whole festival is to purchase a full festival pass. You will have access to the very best film screenings, our Alternate Realities Exhibition, inspiring Talks & Sessions, our industry Marketplace and the best networking and party opportunities.
Attending the Festival in a group of 10 or more? Email registration [at] sheffdocfest.com for information on group discounts.
Early Bird Pass 2020
The Early Bird Pass gives you full access to Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020. This includes access to the Film Programme, the Alternate Realities Programme, the Talks Programme, the Marketplace, Special Events, Networking Events and Parties. ** Only a limited number of these passes are available! **
Available until 31.01.2020
Early Bird Doc/Lover Wristband 2020
Want to attend a number of films? The Doc/Lover Wristband gives you access to up to 12 film screenings, including post-screening Q&As with filmmakers and the stars of the films during the Festival. This Early Bird Wristband is available from 2nd December until 31st January 2020
Available until 31.01.2020
Other passes
Group Booking discounts
Attending the Festival in a group of 10 or more? Whether you're bringing a group of University or College students, or a team of colleagues from your office, for every 10 passes you purchase, you receive one pass free of charge. For more information or to arrange a group booking to this year's Festival, please email registration [at] sheffdocfest.com
Group Booking packages
If you're attending the festival with a group and really want to get the most out of your time at the festival, then we also offer tailor-made group packages.
In addition to your full festival pass, your package can include a number of different elements including:
- access to discounted accommodation within walking distance from all festival activities;
- bespoke pre-festival workshops with industry representatives – depending on you and your group;
- a road map designed specifically for you, that shows you which films to see, pitches to attend, which sessions to attend and which networking drinks would be most suited to you. It literally is a map to help you navigate the festival and make key contacts during your time with us here in Sheffield.
If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, or there's anything else you think we can do to help you have the best time possible at Doc/Fest, then please email registration [at] sheffdocfest.com with your requirements.
Student Pass £139 + VAT
The Student Pass gives you full access to Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020. This includes access to the Film Programme, the Alternate Realities Programme, the Talks Programme, the Marketplace, Special Events, Networking Events and Parties.
To register for a Student Pass, please email registration [at] sheffdocfest.com with proof that you are currently a student. We will then send you a special registration link which you can use to buy your pass.
We accept all forms of proof including: NUS Card, Student ID Card, International Student Identity Card.
This pass will be available until 31 May 2020.
30 & Under Pass £159 + VAT
The 30 & Under Pass gives you full access to Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020. This includes access to the Film Programme, the Alternate Realities Programme, the Talks Programme, the Marketplace, Special Events, Networking Events and Parties.
To register for a 30 & Under Pass, please email registration [at] sheffdocfest.com with Photo ID showing that you will be 30 or under on 4 June 2020.
We will then send you a special registration link which you can use to buy your pass. Please note, there are a limited number of these passes available.
This pass will be available until 31 May 2020.
Concession Pass £139 + VAT
The Concession Pass gives you full access to Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020. This includes access to the Film Programme, the Alternate Realities Programme, the Talks Programme, the Marketplace, Special Events, Networking Events and Parties.
To register for a Concession Pass, please email registration [at] sheffdocfest.com with photo ID and proof of your concession status. We will then send you a special registration link which you can use to buy your pass.
The Concession Pass is available to you if you will be at least 60 years old on 4 June 2020, or if you receive any of these benefits: Universal Credit, Job Seeker's Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance, Personal Independence Payment, Carer's Allowance, or equivalent non-UK benefits.
This pass will be available until 31 May 2020.
Standard Pass £309 + VAT
The Standard Pass gives you full access to Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020. This includes access to the Film Programme, the Alternate Realities Programme, the Talks Programme, the Marketplace, Special Events, Networking Events and Parties.
This pass will be available from 1 February 2020.
Early Bird Pass £239 + VAT
The Early Bird Pass gives you full access to Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020. This includes access to the Film Programme, the Alternate Realities Programme, the Talks Programme, the Marketplace, Special Events, Networking Events and Parties.
A limited number of these passes are still available.
EXPIRED: Lightning Pass £169 + VAT
The Lightning Pass gives you full access to Sheffield Doc/Fest 2020. This includes access to the Film Programme, the Alternate Realities Programme, the Talks Programme, the Marketplace, Special Events, Networking Events and Parties.
This pass was on sale from 12 June 2019 to 31 August 2019.