Festival Pass, Tickets, Box Offices
On this page, you will find complete information on how to get tickets for films at the 59th edition of KVIFF – whether by purchasing individual tickets or through the Festival Pass accreditation. For the first time, we also offer a digital version of the pass called Festival Pass+, which can be purchased even before the festival begins.
How to attend a screening?
There are two basic ways to attend screenings:
Individual tickets without accreditation
Festival Pass (Accreditation)
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Festival Pass in physical form, available for purchase on-site in Karlovy Vary at the festival box offices.
- Festival Pass+ in digital form, available for purchase in advance – allowing you to reserve tickets before arriving at the festival.
How much does the Festival Pass cost and what does it include?
- Up to 3 free tickets per day for 3 different films.
- Option to reserve tickets via the Vodafone KVIFF Guide app or collect them directly at the festival box offices.
- Access to press conferences at Hotel Thermal if there is space available (accredited journalists have priority).
- Access to KVIFF Talks with actors, directors, and other film professionals.
- Possibility to attend films without a ticket – five minutes before the screening, unoccupied seats are released. Entry is on a first-come, first-served basis and seats are not guaranteed.
- Free use of festival buses and Specialized festival bicycles.
- Get a special discount in tourist destinations in the Karlovy Vary Region.
- Enjoy a 10% discount on breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the main restaurant of Hotel Thermal. Simply show a valid Festival Pass at the entrance.
| Prices for 2025 |
Festival Pass |
Discounted Festival Pass * |
Festival Pass+ |
Discounted Festival Pass+ * |
| 1 day |
480 CZK |
420 CZK |
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| 3 days |
1,080 CZK |
900 CZK |
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| 5 days |
1,600 CZK |
1,350 CZK |
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| Entire festival ** |
2,190 CZK |
1,970 CZK |
2,490 CZK |
2,290 CZK |
* All discounts are granted upon presentation of valid proof. Discounts apply to students (index, original certificate of enrollment, ISIC card, etc.), seniors (65+), and holders of disability cards (ZTP).
** Free festival brochure – available at the Vodafone Box Office.
New for the 59th KVIFF: Festival Pass+
- Digital festival pass valid for the entire festival, allowing ticket reservations before arrival.
- The package includes a digital festival pass with the same functionality as the classic Festival Pass plus a variety of festival gifts. Benefits include earlier availability, digital format, and greater flexibility.
Festival Pass+
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don't pick up my reserved ticket?
It will expire 60 minutes before the screening. The seat will be released back into the system.
What if there are no tickets for my film in the app?
Try the box office – and vice versa. Part of the capacity is in the app, part at the box offices.
What if I don’t have a Festival Pass?
You can still buy individual tickets directly at the box office.
What if I want to see a film but don’t have a ticket?
Try 5 minutes before the start directly at the hall. Any unoccupied seats will be released.
What’s the difference between Festival Pass and Festival Pass+?
Festival Pass+ is the digital version of the classic pass. It allows earlier reservations and includes bonuses, but the reservation rules and capacities are the same for all.
How do I reserve tickets?
Through the Vodafone KVIFF Guide app (Android / iOS) – free to download.
Do I need to collect a physical ticket?
Yes – this applies to both regular tickets and reservations with a Festival Pass. The ticket is checked at entry.
Is entry without a ticket possible?
Yes – if there are free seats 5 minutes before the start. Entry is based on the queue order.
I want Festival Pass+, what should I do?
Apply between May 29 and June 15, 2025. Capacity is limited – if oversubscribed, a lottery will be held. Go to application.
