Get your tickets today!

January 24-28, 2024

Every year Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary brings the world of cinema to Alpena! In January, northeast Michigan is treated to some of the most impressive ocean and Great Lakes films from around the world. Film screenings are complemented by social events, educational activities, and opportunities to meet filmmakers.Filmmakers and media contact Festival Coordinator at 989-884-6212 or steph.gandulla@noaa.gov

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, January 24 – $10
6:00pm-9:00pm
TBIFF on the Road
Rogers Theater, Rogers City

Thursday, January 25 – $10
6:00pm-9:00pm
TBIFF on the Road
Alcona County Library, Harrisville

Friday, January 26 – $30
6:00pm-9:00pm
Great Lakes Gala: Reception & Films
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, Alpena

Saturday, January 27
$10 PER PROGRAM
10:00am-5:00pm
Films screened all day
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, Alpena

Saturday, January 27 – FREE
3:00pm-5:00pm
Student Films & Filmmakers’ Panel
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, Alpena

Saturday, January 27 – $20
6:00pm-9:00pm
Sanctuary Selections Film Competition
with The Sunset Project
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, Alpena

Sunday, January 28
$10 PER PROGRAM
11:00am-5:00pm
Films screened all day
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, Alpena

Event Tickets
All Access Thunder Pass
TBIFF on the Road – Rogers City
TBIFF on the Road – Harrisville
Sanctuary Selections
Programs

Student Film Competition – Life in the Great Lakes
TBIFF wants to know what life in the Great Lakes means to you…share your vision with us on the big screen! Open to students in grades 6 – 12th. Submit a short film, 5 minutes or less. No entry fee. Selected films will be shown at the festival on Saturday, January 27 at 3pm. Submit your film here.