Coronado Island Film Festival 2022
2022-11-09 | Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Coronado Island, a place that has long served as home away from home to Hollywood’s finest since the golden era of film, continues to uphold and celebrate its chic charm and rich cinematic history even today. The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) is proud to be a part of the Island’s movie magic legacy and is back for its 7th year with a five day event running November 9-13, 2022.
The festival, returning as a fully in-person event, has curated a slate of immersive programming including studio and independent films, engaging panels, parties, and of course the premiere event, the Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Awards Gala, hosted in the Hotel del Coronado’s iconic Crown Room, all of which thread together a wonderful celebration of the art and science of cinematic storytelling.
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The Coronado Island Film Festival Announces 2022 Program Slate

CSF Denim & Diamonds Gala
2022-11-12 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Southpointe Ballroom, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Hold on to your hats, we are back in the saddle for the CSF Annual Gala and Auction! In a great new space for the same great cause, it’s promising to be a two-steppin’ good time! This year’s Coronado Schools Foundation (CSF) Annual Gala & Benefit Auction, presented by Donna Salof, has the adults blinged out in “Denim & Diamonds” to raise money for the kids, with proceeds benefitting Coronado’s public schools through CSF.
This year’s extravaganza, chaired by Donna Salof, will be a glamorous night of dining, drinks, and dancing on Saturday, November 12th at 5pm in the new Southpoint Ballroom at the Hotel del Coronado. Guests are encouraged to embrace the theme and come dressed to impress, cowboy boots and all!
“Don’t miss the chance to be among the first to see the Hotel Del’s gorgeous new Southpoint Ballroom,” shares Michelle Gilmore, CEO and President. “The Del continues to be a major supporter of our schools and students through their generous donations and support. Classes K-12 in engineering, robotics, instrumental music and choir, coding and more are all supported through our events, including the Denim & Diamonds Gala! Get gussied up to give back to the kids…we hope to see y’all there!”
To purchase tickets or sponsor a Coronado Unified teacher or staff member, visit www.csfkids.org/auction or call 619-437-8059 ext. 5.

Ferry Landing Weekend Concert Series
2022-11-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Free weekend concert series! Join us from 2 to 5 pm by the Ferry Pier for an afternoon of great entertainment and a beautiful view.
We invite you to come and enjoy the array of local music talent. This weekend’s schedule is in the image above.
Ferry Landing restaurants are open for dining.
Don’t forget to share your pics on Instagram using #coronadoferrylanding

Richard Turner at Lamb's Players Theatre
2022-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Lamb’s Players Theatre, 1142 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Richard Turner is one of the world’s most influential and inspirational figures, seen by over 100s of millions, and the subject of the 5-Star award-winning documentary film DEALT.
Considered one of the world’s finest Card Mechanic-Manipulator, his unreplicable touch and skills leave audiences baffled beyond comprehension…and he does it despite being blind.
“Richard has been a long-time friend of Lamb’s Players. He was part of our performing staff in the 1970s. We are honored to have him on our stage for two nights. Don’t miss this. I guarantee you will be astonished, delighted and inspired!”
~ Robert Smyth, Lamb’s Players Producing Artistic Director

“At First Light” Lightshow Spectacular
2022-11-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Nov 17-Jan 1 | 5-9pm

Enhanced for 2022, the grove of towering Norfolk Island Pines on the Founders Lawn is the scene of an even more dynamic light show orchestrated to music, a brilliant ethereal experience that captivates guests with a finale of snow flurries. Showcased is the Norfolk Pine originally made famous in 1904 as the world’s first electrically lit outdoor Christmas tree.
The complimentary 11-minute show takes place every 30 minutes from 5-9pm nightly.
In the event of heavy rain, the light show may be canceled up to 24 hours following the storm in order to protect the safety of our team and equipment. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Ferry Landing Weekend Concert Series
2022-11-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Coronado Ferry Landing, 1201 First Street, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Free weekend concert series! Join us from 1 to 4 pm by the Ferry Pier for an afternoon of great entertainment and a beautiful view.
We invite you to come and enjoy the array of local music talent. This weekend’s schedule is in the image above.
Ferry Landing restaurants are open for dining.
Don’t forget to share your pics on Instagram using #coronadoferrylanding

Beautiful Stranger Anniversary Tour
2022-11-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Hotel del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
On November 24, 1892, a 24-year old woman checked into Hotel del Coronado under an alias and five days later, her body was found on a hotel exterior staircase. Join us on the 130th anniversary of her arrival with a special ghost tour at 6 pm and 7:30pm on November 24. Learn the official account of Kate Morgan’s Thanksgiving Day 1892 visit to The Del and why her spirit never left in this 60-minute ghostly tour of the resort. Includes an exclusive visit to Kate’s room and close examination of the clues she left behind.
You don’t want to miss this unique and intimate night of history and hauntings!

CIFF Classic Film Series
2022-11-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Village Theatre, 820 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Join us every month for our Classic Film Series!

Enjoy watching Classic Films on the Big Screen the way they were meant to be seen!
Doors open at 5pm | Film starts at 5:30pm.
Tickets are on sale now for all movies.
Price includes a complimentary glass of wine, beer or a non-alcoholic beverage.
CIFF HAS A NO REFUND POLICY (ticket transfers are allowed)

November 30: “The Holiday” (2006)

Coronado Holiday Parade, Open House and Tree & Menorah Lighting
2022-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Coronado, CA, 92118, United States
Kick off the holiday season with the traditional annual lighting of the civic holiday tree and menorah at Coronado Rotary Plaza in conjunction with the annual Coronado Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade and Open House. The community is invited to the pre-parade Open House for holiday shopping.
The Holiday Parade is a long standing Coronado tradition that is sure to be a great kick-off to the month of December!
Join us in holiday cheer from the Ferry Landing, down Orange Avenue, all the way to the Hotel del Coronado on Friday, December 2nd for:

Live music
Local business open house
Holiday sing-alongs
& a parade featuring local organizations, clubs, and businesses with lights, costumes and more!

Schedule of Coronado Holiday Parade events include:

5 to 6 pm Holiday Music
5:30 to 8:30 pm Downtown shopping Open House
6 pm Parade begins – starts at Eighth Street
7 pm Tree/Menorah Lighting
7:15 pm Coronado Community Band Concert

All holiday parade events are free. The holiday lights will remain on through the month of December
Watch this video about the dazzling holiday tree, courtesy of Discover Coronado:
Discover Coronado to Help Local Retail Shops with Holiday Shopping Initiative

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