VIP FILMMAKER KICK-OFF PARTY/GALA AT MISSION BISTRO RESTAURANT and MAD DOGS & ENGLISHMEN
Sponsored by MERCEDES-BENZ OF MONTEREY. Join us for a festive kick-off for the 2026 Carmel International Film Festival while mingling with some of the best filmmakers from around the world and enjoying delicious offerings from Mission Bistro, one of the finest restaurants in Carmel-by-the-Sea, and wine graciously provided by Dawn’s Dream Winery. Specialty coffee offerings will also be available from Mad Dogs & Englishmen. Includes red carpet photo opportunities, wine, and appetizers. In anticipation of mans best (Opening Night Film on Thursday), starring Eliza Roberts, Seth McTigue, and
🎬 Part of the Carmel International Film Festival 2026 — full schedule, venues & parking →Plan your visit
🅿️ Parking
Not official — our suggestion: downtown street parking is free but posted 2-hour or 30-minute — read the sign. For longer stays, the free Sunset Center North Lot (8th Ave between San Carlos & Mission) is about 2 blocks south, or the paid Carmel Plaza garage on Mission St just north of 7th.