Passholders can book seats for MINT CFF films/events/programmes on Alhambra Cinema website starting from Feb 1st

The window for purchasing individual film tickets opens 2 weeks before the festival at Alhambra Cinema

Festival Pass & tickets can be purchased both online and on-site

Scroll down the page to discover more benefits of being a pass holder

Book your Earlybird Festival Pass with us now!

You can now secure the festival pass at an Early Bird price of £45 to book Mint Chinese Film Festival’s films, events and programmes.

Early bird rate: Almost 50% off! Hurry, offer ends January 26th! Regular price £55!

🌟 As a Passholder, you can book any MINT CFF films, events & programmes you want to attend, including the Festival Gala, and free access to the following related events:

  • Curatorial Workshop (You need to use your pass to book seats for this event at cinema’s website)

  • Director’s Q&A: interactions with selected filmmakers (No need to reserve seats for these events; the Q&A sessions will follow certain film screenings. Remain in your seats after the screening to participate in the director's Q&A.)

  • Complimentary cultural activities (No need to reserve seats for these events. For more information, please scroll down the page.)

🌟 Priority to select seats. Get exclusive notifications sent to your email to reserve your seats.

🌟 Festival souvenirs available

* Seat booking reminder for all festival pass holders: You can select your seats around February 1st, prior to the general film ticket sales open. You can reserve the best seat for your chosen MINT CFF films, events and programmes at the Keswick Alhambra Cinema. Please subscribe to the cinema and the festival websites to be updated on when and how to book your seats after purchasing the festival pass.

Director’s Q&A:

We will release the full schedule of the director's Q&A on-site. Please be aware that the Q&A format is recorded in video or is delivered in person, and is subject to changes. We’ve prepared the questions in advance for the directors.

Cultural activities are free to the public: 

  • 22nd Feb Saturday morning: Guided lakeside walk

  • 23rd Feb Sunday 9 am-3 pm: MINT CFF X HelloArt Asian Arts & Craft Market at Keswick Market Square

  • Chinese New Year celebration events feature a traditional Chinese New Year dragon dance and a special Chinese orchestra performance on Sunday morning. Keswick Museum’s community gallery will feature an exhibition about Chinese New Year, and the attraction will also host Chinese crafting activities on Wednesday February 19 and Saturday, February 22. The time of these activities organised by the local community is still pending. Please arrive at the festival venue to learn more about these events.

Festival Pass FAQs

  • We will announce the full film selection and programme schedule around February 1st on our website. In the meantime, stay tuned on MINT CFF’s film selection and programme through our website and social media now!

    Follow MINT CFF for the latest updates:

    Join the WeChat community to plan your trip earlier with fellow Minters and festivalgoers!
    Add our MINT WeChat assistant: MintCFF

  • All festival programmes, including screenings, the gala, and a workshop, are held at our main venue, Keswick Alhambra Cinema, 36 St John's Street, Keswick CA12 5AG

    Asian Market, cultural events, and outdoor activities will take place across various art and cultural venues in Keswick, which is within walking distance of the cinema.

    Click here to get more transport & accommodation information

  • Yes. You do need to pre-book a seat for your chosen films/events/programmes at the cinema website after purchasing a festival pass.

  • Please subscribe to our website to learn when and how to book your seats after purchasing the festival pass. Festival pass holders can start to reserve seats around Feb 1st.

  • The festival pass is associated with your name and can be only used by the pass holder. You need to show the digital pass when you enter the screening hall.

    One pass for one person only. your accompany is welcome to get their own festival pass.

  • Festival pass gives you priority and access to book a seat for any MINT CFF films/events/programmes you want to attend. We encourage pass holders to reserve a seat early on before the general film tickets are onsale.

  • We wish that we could have provided you with free accommodation with the pass but we’re so sorry that the answer is a No. Accommodation and travelling info can be found here. We are building on a list of recommended accommodations and hope to secure exclusive deals for you!

    We recommend that pass holders add our WeChat assistant（ID: MintCFF）to connect with each other at our official festival community to arrange your group trip earlier .

  • Can I return the festival pass if I cannot make it to the event?

    Unfortunately, we do not operate refunds unless the festival is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. However, you are more than welcome to transfer your pass to your relative, partner or close friend. Please email us with your request at alhambracinema@gmail.com at least 5 days before the festival starts.

    For other individual film/event ticket purchases, please refer to the refund policy of the cinema here . Please contact alhambracinema@gmail.com as soon as possible to explain the circumstances. With enough notice, they are nearly always able to swap your booking so you can use your funds for another screening.

  • If you have questions about the MINT CFF and film programme, please send your enquiry to the festival team: mintcffteam@gmail.com. Please be aware that we are not a customer service team. As a volunteer-led festival team, we will try our best to get back to you as soon as possible during the busy festival preparation time.

    For festival passes/ticketing issues, please email Alhambra Cinema info@keswickalhambra.co.uk.

    For travel and accommodation info, please check out  https://www.unicornscreening.com/visiting-2025.