The annual Sonoma International Film Festival takes place in the heart of Northern California's wine country, and features more than 100 hand-selected films, including independent features, documentaries, world cinema and short films from around the world. The festival is dedicated to promoting independent film, supporting filmmakers around the world and inspiring film lovers.

The 9th annual Napa Valley Film Festival takes place November 13 - 17, 2019.

The longest running film festival in the Americas, the 60th annual San Francisco International Film Festival is on April 5 - 19, 2017. The Festival is an extraordinary showcase for innovation and cinematic discovery, and combines a range of marquee premieres, international competitions, compelling documentaries, new media work, musical performances and star-studded events.