The Long Island Divers Association (LIDA) will return on Saturday, October 25, 2025 to host its 37th Annual Film Festival. We will once again be holding this event on the campus of Hofstra University. And in keeping with the spirit of the season, there may even be a few Halloween-themed surprises!
This year’s event will feature a slate of great speakers and accomplished photographers and videographers who will present their incredible work highlighting adventures under the sea. In addition, we will again be hosting our very popular after show party, complete with a sumptuous food and refreshments. All this, plus exciting and valuable raffle prizes, will make the evening a must-attend for all SCUBA Divers, Freedivers, Snorkelers and anyone interested in exploring our underwater world!
LIDA’s Annual Film Festival is designed to provide an evening of stellar entertainment followed by a party where all members of our community can gather to share stories of the dive season that has passed and to begin planning adventures for the year ahead.
We will be hosting this event at a new time: Our Film Festival will begin at 4:00 p.m. with the after party following from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Two hours of spectacular diving presentations
Reception following presentations
Meet with the presenters and discuss their experiences
Door Prizes, Sponsor Raffle Prizes, 50/50 Raffle
Sponsor Raffle Prizes:
1-ticket for $5 US
3-tickets for $10 US
8-tickets for $20 US
11-tickets for $30 US and 1 Grand Prize Ticket
Presentations begin promptly at 4:00 p.m.
Reception to follow from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For one low price of admission attendees can enjoy 2-hours of presentations from some of the best underwater photographers and film makers in the world, followed by an amazing after-party complete with food and refreshments. There is always the opportunity to win one of our highly sought-after raffle prizes. This is a great way to connect with friends, meet new divers and begin to plan new diving adventures in the year to come.
Important: The Film Festival presentations will begin promptly at 4:00 pm. Please plan accordingly to arrive in time to be seated before the presentations begin to minimize interruptions, which will ensure that all guests can enjoy the presentations to their fullest.
Film Festival Admission:
$45 US pp (advanced purchase online), $50 pp (at the door)
Note: Online tickets purchased after October 15, 2025 will not be mailed and must be picked up at the event table on the night of the Film Festival. Be advised, the last day to purchase tickets online will be October 20, 2025. But don't worry, tickets will still be available for purchase at the door. Please try to arrive by 3:15 p.m. to help avoid delays and bottlenecks at the admission table.
Ticket Price Includes: Films, Live DJ, Food, and Soft drinks
Location: Hofstra University Student Center Theater, Hempstead, NY.
