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Here at Aesthetica, we are delighted to be hosting the 15th edition of the festival both in-person and online: 5-9 November in York, UK, and a Month of Film online until 30 November. There are three ways to attend the festival: in-person, virtually, or through a hybrid mixture of both. Whether you’re joining us online or in-person, we look forward to seeing you and connecting through the best new cinema.
In Person Passes
Come and join us in York. Visit our historic venues and experience film how it was intended – on the big screen, as part of a community. These tickets are valid in-venue only, with no access to On Demand streaming. You can attend as many film screenings as you’d like, plus masterclasses and events, although you should pre-register for these in advance. Passes are available for one day, two days or the full five days. Single Screening tickets are available, valid for one film screening only. After purchasing, you’ll receive an online receipt via email. This should be exchanged for a physical ticket or lanyard at the Hub Desk (City Screen Picturehouse, York, YO1 9QL) on arrival at the festival.
One Day In Person
Short on time but love independent film? Here is your opportunity to experience as much as you can in one day at Aesthetica 2025. You will have access to the venues from 9am until 11pm and you can see as much as you like within that timescale. You will also be able to attend events, Labs, masterclasses and workshops, but you must pre-register in advance. The ticket is valid for one day within 5-9 November. This ticket does not include any access to digital content.
Two Day In Person
You have the freedom to choose two days that suit you to attend the festival. On these two days you will be able to register for events, Labs, masterclasses and workshops. This is your chance to engage with the festival at your own pace and dive into the world of independent film for 48 hours. The ticket is valid in-venue only from 5-9 November for two days of your choice. It does not include digital access, only access to in-person events in York.
Unlimited In Person
Join us for the whole festival. Get ready for an independent film extravaganza! You will have access to all the film screenings across every venue and you can register for events, Labs, masterclasses and workshops. This is your chance to fully embrace the festival experience and spend as much time as you would like in front of the big screen. The ticket is valid in-venue only from 5-9 November. It does not include digital access, only to in-person events in York.
Single Screening
Valid for one screening at any venue from 5-9 November. The ticket holder may attend one film screening in any venue on any day. Take your email to the festival hub, where you will be given a paper ticket. The ticket is valid for one use only and does not allow access to masterclasses. Please note that seating is first-come, first-served.
York Resident Pass
Save 25% on a One Day Festival Pass with a York Card or proof of York address. This is an opportunity for York residents to attend the festival and soak up the films. Proof of residency will be required upon collection. You must live in York to qualify for this pass. This is for film screenings only, and does not include Masterclasses.
Opening Night
Aesthetica launches its 15th edition with a screening of inspiring and thought-provoking works from the 2025 Official Selection. Curated by Festival Director Cherie Federico, our Opening Night Ceremony spans a broad range of themes, topics and genres, providing a taster of what’s to come over the week and showing the power of film.
One Day Hybrid Pass
Looking for a taste of ASFF in-person but would like to log-in from home for the rest of the month? Or perhaps you have a specific programme you’d like to watch back? Was there a film you missed? The One Day pass grants one full day in-venue with access to screenings as well as social events, Labs, masterclasses and workshops (don’t forget to pre-register!) You’ll also get unlimited access to our platform where you can watch Official Selection films. This ticket is valid for one day in-person, and from 5-30 November on the virtual platform.
Two Day Hybrid Pass
Spend two days soaking up everything that the festival has to offer in-person and then finish off the month by watching the rest of the films online. You will receive access to all screenings and can register for events, Labs, masterclasses and workshops on your selected two days. Then you’ll be able to catch up on films from home via our responsive platform. You can log in on any device – your phone, tablet, computer or TV. The in-person portion of these tickets is valid for two days of your choice, and from 5-30 November online.
Unlimited Hybrid Pass
Unlimited means unlimited! This is the ultimate Aesthetica Film Festival experience, giving you full access in-person and from home. You can attend across all five days of the festival in York with the opportunity to see as many films as possible. Your pass also gives you access to as many events, Labs, masterclasses and workshops as you’d like to attend (please pre-register to secure a place!). You will also have full access to the Virtual Platform, where you can catch up on all of the Official Selection films from 5-30 November.
One Day Virtual Pass
Log-in and access as many films as you can watch in one 24-hour time period between 5-30 November. The clock starts ticking when activate your pass. You can use your virtual ticket as an excuse to spend an evening discovering the best new independent cinema. Or maybe you’d like to pack as much film-watching into one day as you can. Valid for 24 hours from first log-in. Online only. This ticket does not include in-person access to York screenings.
One Week Virtual Pass
Looking for an authentic festival experience? The One Week virtual pass allows you access to film On Demand for a full seven days in November. Experience the Official Selection programme as if you were there in-person. Enjoy a week of discovering over 300 new films from home and watch your favourites on repeat. Valid for seven days from first log-in. Online only. This ticket does not include in-person access to any in-York screenings or events.
Unlimited Virtual Pass
Unlimited means unlimited. This all-inclusive pass grants the holder complete freedom within the Aesthetica platform from 5-30 November. You can tune in every day for a month and enjoy shorts and features from the comfort of home. You might even have time to watch all of the 300 films on offer! The platform works across all devices. Valid from 5-30 November. Online only. This ticket does not include in-person access to screenings or events happening in York.