First Look at the Fest
media release: Film enthusiasts will get an early glimpse into the highly anticipated 2025 Wisconsin Film Festival at an exclusive First Look at the Fest event, scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, at 7:00 PM at Flix Brewhouse Madison. This special preview evening offers attendees a unique opportunity to explore the festival lineup before the general public while enjoying the premium amenities of Madison's newest cinema.
The First Look event provides attendees with advance access to the 2025 Wisconsin Film Festival Film Guide, a full day before its official release in Isthmus. Festival programmers will be on hand to offer personal insights into this year's selections and help attendees craft their ideal festival viewing schedule.
Event highlights include an insider's preview of festival films, complimentary food and beverages from Flix Brewhouse's menu, and the exclusive opportunity to reserve festival tickets before public sales begin on March 8. Attendees can secure up to two tickets per screening during this early access opportunity!
"This intimate preview evening at Flix Brewhouse gives film lovers a fantastic opportunity to get ahead of the curve and plan their festival experience with insider guidance from our programming team as well as a chance to pore over the “hot off the presses” film guide and see a bunch of trailers for films we will have at this year’s Festival," said Outreach Program Director Ben Reiser. "We're excited to share what we believe will be an exceptional year for the Wisconsin Film Festival."
Admission to First Look at the Fest is $50 in advance and $60 at the door. To purchase tickets, visit https://wifilmfest.eventive.
The 27th Wisconsin Film Festival will be presented April 3-10, 2025. Tickets go on sale to the public on Saturday, March 8 at noon CST. General admission tickets are $12 each. All-Festival passes are available for $325. Visit https://wifilmfest.eventive.