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RiverRun Film Festival VIP Package: Ticket Sampler redeemable for 10 film tickets (virtual and in-person screenings) Two tickets to the RiverRun closing night party Two invitations to the private Spotlight

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RiverRun Film Festival VIP Package: Ticket Sampler redeemable for 10 film tickets (virtual and in-person screenings) Two tickets to the RiverRun closing night party Two invitations to the private Spotlight

RiverRun VIP Package

RiverRun Film Festival VIP Package:

  • Ticket Sampler redeemable for 10 film tickets (virtual and in-person screenings)
  • Two tickets to the RiverRun closing night party
  • Two invitations to the private Spotlight Party (private filmmaker party)
  • Two festival credentials good for entry to VIP receptions and complimentary beer/wine/cocktails at the closing night party
  • Gift certificate for a one-night stay at the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel


RiverRun International Film Festival is a nonprofit cultural organization in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, dedicated to the role of cinema as a conduit of powerful ideas and diverse viewpoints. RiverRun’s mission is to foster a greater appreciation of cinema and a deeper understanding of the many people, cultures, and perspectives of our world through regular interaction with great films and filmmakers. The 27th RiverRun International Film Festival will take place from April 11 to 19, 2025. In addition to the annual Festival, RiverRun also presents several year-round screening programs, which include RiverRun Retro; RiverRun Arts; the free ITVS Indie Lens Pop-Up Series in partnership with PBS North Carolina; and our free education initiative — Films With Class.


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This story was published on Feb 28, 2025

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