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last_updated: April 23, 2026
Students can get free tickets at Hot Docs.
Hot Docs Festival offers a student discount benefit through its free daytime screening program, where students with a valid ID can attend select regular festival screenings for free if they start before 4 PM. This makes the festival more accessible for students who want to experience documentary films at no cost.
To avail themselves of the discount, students simply need to arrive at the screening venue on the same day of the show and present a valid student ID. The verification process is done in person at the box office, where staff confirm student status before issuing a free ticket, subject to availability and seating capacity.
"Go for runs or walks outdoors it’s totally free."
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