Joining Instructions
Your Iris week begins the moment you step off the train. Have you spotted the Iris advert lighting up the big screen on the outside of Cardiff Bus Interchange?
As you cross Central Square and walk past the Iris street banners (Sponsored by Visit Cardiff) lining Wood Street, you’ll already feel part of something special. Just a few more steps and you’re at Stadium Plaza—our festival base, where films, friends, and a bit of Cardiff charm are waiting.
Before You Arrive
Reserve your seats with your Pass.
You’ll have received an email from Eventive (our ticketing platform) with your digital Festival Pass. Use it online to book seats for every screening and event you don’t want to miss—this is the only way to guarantee entry. When you get to Cardiff, we’ll also give you a physical pass for easy access across the festival.
When You Get Here
Festival Base
Stadium Plaza, Wood Street, Cardiff CF10 1LA
(A short stroll from Cardiff Central Station / Cardiff Bus Interchange—just follow the Iris banners!)
Collecting Your Pass
Pick up your physical pass from the Iris Box Office in the cinema foyer on Level 2. We’re staffed:
- Mon 13 Oct: 14:00–19:30
Wed–Sat: 09:30 until the last film starts - Sun 19 Oct: 11:30–18:00
Q&As (Plan a Little Extra Time)
Most feature films and shorts programmes are followed by a Q&A. They’re lively, candid, and often unforgettable—please allow around 20 extra minutes beyond the listed running time when planning your day.
Iris Bar (Your Festival Living Room)
Between screenings, follow the hum of conversation to the Iris Café Bar. It’s open daily (late on Mon, Fri & Sat) for a debrief, a cheers, and a chance to meet fellow festival-goers. Members pricing applies for Iris Members, Filmmakers & Friends of Iris.
Friday Lunch at The Clayton (Best British Celebration)
On Friday, join us for a celebratory lunch at our official hotel: The Clayton, St Mary Street. Vegetarian and vegan options will be available.
Eligible passes: Full Pass, Weekend Pass, Filmmaker Pass, Friends of Iris Pass, Jury Pass, Volunteer Pass.
Handy Tips
- Book early: Popular screenings fill fast—reserve with your Pass on Eventive.
- Travel light: Everything you need is centred around Stadium Plaza and the city centre.
- Stay curious: The best festival moments often happen in the hallways and the bar.
Membership Benefits (Don’t Miss Out)
If you’re an Iris Member, your pass goes further:
- 20% off food & drink at our partner restaurants: Pizza Express (High Street Cardiff), Wagamama (Cardiff Library), and Clayton Hotel Grill Bar & Restaurant.
- Member special price at the Iris Bar.
- And, of course, the joy of supporting Iris year-round.
Questions? We’re Here.
First time at Iris? You’re in good hands.
- Travel & accommodation advice: Grant — grant@irisprize.org
- Tickets or Passes: Adnan — adnan@irisprize.org
- Cardiff tips, social happenings, food & drink: Michael – michael@irisprize.org
Pack your curiosity, your comfiest shoes, and keep an eye out for the Iris banners and our big-screen advert as your festival adventure begins. We can’t wait to welcome you to Iris.
