July 25th, 2026

La Fonda on the Plaza - Lumpkins Ballroom

5:00pm

Early Bird Tickets (Before April 30th): $195

Early Bird Table (Before April 30th): $1,775

Gala Ticket (After April 30th): $225

Gala Table (After April 30th): $2,025

Purchase Tickets Here

Join the Santa Fe International Film Festival and Santa Fe Film Institute for A Gothic Gala on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the legendary La Fonda on the Plaza!

Step into a shadowy, candle-lit world inspired by the haunting grandeur of gothic cinema. This year’s theme pays homage to timeless tales like Wuthering Heights, Frankenstein, and Dracula, weaving an evening of dark romance and atmospheric mystery. The evening will celebrate the art of storytelling while supporting the Santa Fe Film Institute’s mission to nurture emerging filmmakers, students, and communities across New Mexico through grants, scholarships, and fiscal sponsorships. Your attendance directly fuels cinematic arts initiatives and the next generation of visionary voices. Savor a decadent dinner, spellbinding entertainment, and an immersive ambiance that honors the gothic tradition’s lasting influence on film. Past galas have drawn special guests and vibrant energy at La Fonda, and this year promises an unforgettable fusion of elegance and eerie allure. Secure your place at A Gothic Gala and help sustain the Santa Fe Film Institute. Ticket includes a three course meal with wine.

Sponsorships and tax-deductible contributions are available through the nonprofit Santa Fe Film Institute (Tax ID 47-2057366). Don’t miss this hauntingly glamorous night where shadows meet the silver screen.

  • STARTER

    Spinach Frisée with candied red chile pecans, heirloom cherry tomatoes, red onion, and balsamic vinaigrette

    CHOICE OF ENTREE

    Chile-Seared Salmon with sweet corn-asparagus succotash, wild mushroom couscous, caramelized lemon, sweet corn sauce

    Roasted Poblano with root vegetables, quinoa pilaf, roasted red pepper coulis

    Filet Mignon with asparagus bundle, potato cakes, spanish sherry reduction

    CHOICE OF DESSERT

    Tiramisu

    Hazelnut Torte (GF)

    Complementary wine with dinner provided by Southern Glazer

Sponsorships

  • 1 table for 10 at the Gala Additional tickets

    available upon request)

    2 Special SFiFF Swag Bag

    Logo on SFiFF & SFFI Gala sites

    Logo on screen at Gala and on Step and Repeat

    Credit in Gala Advertising

    PLUS: Community Sponsorship of 2026 SFiFF

    (Benefits include: Logo on Website Homepage &

    Sponsor Page with Link, 2 VIP Sponsor Passes, 1/4

    Page Color Ad in Program, Mention in SFiFF

    Newsletter, Social Media Promotion, Shared Slide on

    Screen, Name Listing on Festival Trailer)

    Purchase Here

  • 1 table for 10 at the Gala (Additional tickets

    available upon request)

    1 Special SFiFF Swag Bag

    Logo on SFiFF & SFFI Gala sites

    Logo on screen at Gala and on Step and Repeat

    Credit in Gala advertising

    PLUS: Signature Sponsorship of 2026 SFiFF

    (Benefits include: Logo on Website Homepage &

    Sponsor Page with Link, 1/8 Page Color Ad in

    Program, Name Listing

    Purchase Here

  • 1 table for 10 at the Gala

    (Additional tickets available

    upon request)

    1 Special SFiFF Swag Bag

    Logo on screen at Gala and on

    Step and Repeat

    Credit in Gala advertising

    Logo on SFiFF & SFFI Gala sites

    Logo in Gala emails

  • 1 table for 10 at the Gala

    Logo on Gala Step and Repeat

    Credit in Gala advertising

    Logo on screen at Gala

    Logo on SFiFF & SFFI Gala sites

    Logo in Gala emails

  • 2 tickets to the Gala

    Credit in Gala advertising

    Logo on screen at Gala

    Logo on SFiFF & SFFI Gala sites