How to Fest: IWFF 2023
How to Fest:
IWFF 2023
Welcome to Missoula!
Missoula is a thriving cultural hub in the interior Rocky Mountain west - a unique town that feels small and expansive at the same time. There's a lot to eat, drink, and see in Zootown (as the locals affectionately call it) but getting around town in this wide valley is fairly easy.
Here's our recommendations for making your stay during the IWFF memorable and fun.
YOUR HOME AT THE ROXY
The IWFF is a program of the Roxy Theater - Missoula’s community theater. It's our festival venue, and can act as your home-base while you're here.
We're in the playful Hip-Strip neighborhood of Missoula at 718 S. Higgins Ave.
WHERE TO STAY?
Check out the DoubleTree hotel. This beautiful spot is located on the Clark Fork River. There's a path running along the river that will lead you to the Roxy and the Hip Strip neighborhood. It's a 15-minute walk and equally distant to downtown Missoula. Thank you to the DoubleTree for hosting IWFF guest filmmakers this year!
Discounted rates have been offered for Festival Guests from April 21-April 28, 2023 if you book by April 3, 2023.
GETTING AROUND
The City Of Missoula has an award-winning public transit system. Visit the Mountain Line's website here.
Wanting to bike? Here's a handy guide and maps for biking around.
FILM BINGE ALL WEEK LONG? You'll need some caffeine!
Just across the street from the Roxy Theater on Higgins Ave, Clyde Coffee is a BIG supporter and has wonderful drinks, snacks, treats, and a warm atmosphere.
Also just one block away from The Roxy Theater, LPO is a wonderful French bakery with delicious espresso.
Need a cake or cupcake fix? Bernice’s Bakery specializes in gourmet baking and also offers breakfast, lunch & espresso.
With sustainable tea sourced from all over the world, Lake Missoula is a perfect place to settle into the tea bar for a cup or find unique tea blends to take home.
All gluten-free and vegan baked goods and beverages can be found at this sweet café tucked away by the University. Closed Mondays.
FILM BINGE ALL WEEK LONG? You'll need some caffeine!
Just across the street from the Roxy Theater on Higgins Ave, Clyde Coffee is a BIG supporter and has wonderful drinks, snacks, treats, and a warm atmosphere.
Also just one block away from The Roxy Theater, LPO is a wonderful French bakery with delicious espresso.
Need a cake or cupcake fix? Bernice’s Bakery specializes in gourmet baking and also offers breakfast, lunch & espresso.
With sustainable tea sourced from all over the world, Lake Missoula is a perfect place to settle into the tea bar for a cup or find unique tea blends to take home with you.
All gluten-free and vegan baked goods and beverages can be found at this sweet café tucked away by the University. Closed Mondays.
FILM BINGE ALL WEEK LONG? You'll need some caffeine!
Just across the street from the Roxy Theater on Higgins Ave, Clyde Coffee is a BIG supporter and has wonderful drinks, snacks, treats, and a warm atmosphere.
Also just one block away from The Roxy Theater, LPO is a wonderful French bakery with delicious espresso.
Need a cake or cupcake fix? Bernice’s Bakery specializes in gourmet baking and also offers breakfast, lunch & espresso.
With sustainable tea sourced from all over the world, Lake Missoula is a perfect place to settle into the tea bar for a cup or find unique tea blends to take home with you.
All gluten-free and vegan baked goods and beverages can be found at this sweet café tucked away by the University. Closed Mondays.
DRINKING HOLES
CHIC
- Gild (+ FOOD)
- Western Cider
- Plonk (+ FOOD)
- Montgomery Distillery
- James Bar (+ FOOD)
DIVEY
- Charlie B’s (+ FOOD)
- Flipper’s (+ FOOD)
- Al’s & Vick’s
- Rhino
DRINKING HOLES
CHIC
DIVEY
EXPLORE YOUR PALETTE
QUICK BITE
BREAKFAST & LUNCH
DELI & GROCERY
NEED IDEAS ON WHAT TO DO IN THIS BEAUTIFUL CITY WHEN NOT WATCHING FILMS?
Check out Destination Missoula (1-800-526-3465) or Visit MT (1-800-847-4868) and get to know this place outside the theater.
Here's a few of our favorite haunts:
Lolo Hot Springs
Garden of One Thousand Buddhas
