Winners of the competitive portion of the festival were announced during the star-studded annual Awards Gala on October 13 at the Doubletree Hotel in front of a sold out crowd of 550 special guests.

The filmmakers were presented with awards by several Asian American celebrities such as James Kyson Lee, Joy Bisco, Dustin Nguyen and Roger Fan. Acting legend George Takei was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Of his festival experience, Takei described the festival as "a rich and enriching contribution to the cultural landscape of San Diego. I know it will continue to grow and attract increasing numbers of film aficionados to this beautiful city by the sea."

Awards were given as follows:

Grand Jury Award: "CATS OF MIRIKITANI"
Directed By: Linda Hattendorf (USA)

Best Narrative Feature: "OWL AND THE SPARROW"
Directe By: Stephane Gauger (USA)

Best Documentary Feature Award: "NA KAMALEI: MEN OF HULA"
Directed By: Lisette Flanary

Best Short Narrative: "MONSOON"
Directed By: Shyam Balse's

Best Short Documentary: "MOOKEY'S STORY"
Directed By: Carolyn Goossen

Best Short Animation: "CITY PARADISE"
Directed By: Gaelle Denis

Best Music Video: "CHAMPION"
Directed By: Patricio Ginelsa