The Friends of Italy Society of Hawaii, Honolulu Museum of Art, and the Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco are excited to present the 2026 Italian Film Festival at HoMA Doris Duke Theatre in Honolulu on November 13-15.

Join us for a weekend of Italian cinema, community, and cultural celebration! The three-day festival offers a curated selection of contemporary award-winning films from Italy—in Italian language with English subtitles. Enjoy post-screening discussions, savor authentic Italian aperitivi, and connect with fellow Italy enthusiasts in a culturally vibrant and fun community event.

All films are open to the public. Join the FOI membership to receive exclusive invitations to the opening reception and discounts for all films. Follow our emails, social media, and website for film announcements and ticket sale updates.
SCHEDULE at HoMA

Friday, 11/13: Film 1
5:00 PM: Reception for Friends of Italy members
7:00 PM: Film, followed by discussion

Saturday, 11/14: Film 2
6:00 PM: Aperitivo for all ticket holders
7:00 PM: Film, followed by discussion

Sunday, 11/15: Film 3
5:30 PM: Film

TICKETS:

Opening Reception (11/13): 50 tickets available -- purchase on FOI website starting on October 15.

Films: 280 seats available--each film ticket (starting on October 1)

NOTES

• Parking: HoMA parking information
• No refunds: The Friends of Italy Society of Hawaii, Honolulu Museum of Art, and the Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco are not responsible for any liability, cost, and damages which could arise from the programs; and do not provide any refunds, except if they cannot deliver the program.
• Questions: Please contact info@friendsofitalyhawaii.org