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The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) - Community Cinema
2025-10-24 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Community First Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX, 78724, United States
Grab chairs and a blanket, bring family and friends, and enjoy this special screening.

Come explore Community First! Village, reserve your spot, and enjoy your favorite movie concessions. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be available for purchase (cards only, cash not accepted).
We encourage you to support our concessions team rather than bringing outside food and drinks. Concessions sales directly support our formerly homeless neighbors earning a dignified income to work the event!
Tickets are FREE for this event!
Guided tours of the Village are offered at most public Community Cinema events and will take place between listed event start time and prior to start of the film.
Dress in weather-appropriate clothing and don’t forget your flashlights and bug spray. We also recommend wearing closed-toe shoes.
Like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter or Instagram for all the latest news & updates from The Community Cinema.
Dogs on leashes are welcome at Community Cinema movie nights!
Interested in renting the Community Cinema amphitheater for a private event? Email cinema@mlf.org.
Movies begin at full dark and/or ~an hour after event start time, depending on the season.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Directed By: Henry Selick
Starring: Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O’Hara
Rating: PG
Length: 1h 16m
Plot Summary (IMDb): Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion.

Being and Belonging: Representation
2025-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Road, Austin, TX, United States
Being and Belonging is an educational pop up series about Asian American history, culture, and arts. If you have ever wondered…

What are the experiences of Asian Americans in United States? In Texas?

What does it mean to be a part of the Asian American diaspora?

What should the future of Asian America look like?

…then this pop up series is for you!
Being and Belonging is open to anyone (ages 18+) who wants to learn in an interactive, hands-on, collaborative setting alongside fellow community members. During each session, we will explore a different topic related to Asian American history through facilitated activities, guest speakers, and/or Asian American media.
Participants do not need to attend all pop up sessions. They can attend as many or as few as they want. This series is free and open to all. Light refreshments will be provided!
October Pop Up: Representation
Get your popcorn ready – it’s movie night at the AARC! Join us for an evening of celebrating and discussing Asian American films. Together, we will watch movie clips and discuss how they represent Asian American experiences, histories, and people.

"For the Record" Documentary Screening & Panel Discussion
2025-11-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter, 5701 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX, 78749, United States
Kozmetsky Center & the Texas Tribune co-present a screening of “For the Record,” a film about the role of a free press in democracy.

The Kozmetsky Center for Civic Engagement at St. Edward’s University has teamed up with the Texas Tribune to organize a public screening of For the Record, an award-winning documentary about the Canadian press, featured on PBS. The film highlights the challenges facing local journalism, particularly the decline of rural newspapers, and sparks an important conversation about the consequences for democracy, civic life, and informed citizenship.
A panel discussion after the film will explore the role of a free press in democracy, the loss of rural newspapers and what it means for community life, and how citizens can stay informed in an era of shrinking local media. You can get your ticket here.
What to Expect:
6:30-7:00- doors open and arrival
7:00- Welcome and Introduction to the Documentary
7:05 Screening of Documentary “For the Record”
8:00-8:45- Q and A with Texas Tribune, Kozmetsky Center, and Hilltop Views on Free Press and the 1st Amendment
8:45-9:00- Closing remarks and conversations

Cyclovia ATX 2025
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Marshall Middle School, 4401 Tilley St, Austin, TX, 78723, United States
Cyclovia ATX is a Living Streets event with a focus on cycling. Living Streets are open to pedestrians, bicycles & non-motorized scooters.

Cyclovia ATX is a free open to the public all-ages, all-abilities, family-friendly Living Streets event produced by Ghisallo Cycling Initiative. While the event has a focus on bicycling, it includes a wide range of activities, performances, and showcases involving mobility, sustainability, and community.
Think of it as a festival of human-powered transportation with some additional multimodal transportation elements mixed in. Based at the Dr. General Marshall Middle School campus (4401 Tilley St., Austin, TX 78723) in the Mueller Neighborhood the event includes 1 mile of adjacent Living Streets (closed to motorized vehicles) and nine activity zones including three parks.
Outside is FREE and so is Cyclovia ATX: Ride, Play, Stretch, Eat, Learn, Give, Win

Activities for all ages and interests! Bicycling clinics, skate boarding, roller skating, yoga, performances, ultimate frisbee, and more.
Arrive at the event as part of a Bike Parade! Join managed group rides from the Cherrywood and Windsor Park Neighborhoods.
Participate in the Everybody Eats Community Picnic and also drop off shelf-stable items as part of the food drive benefiting Keep Austin Fed.
Be entered into the raffle to win prizes by completing your Cyclovia ATX Event Passport and visiting each activity zone during the event.

Carver Celebrates King : Celebrating the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
2026-01-15 - 2026-01-16 | George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
Join us at the Carver for two days of programming honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
January 15
Crafts Fit for a King:
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Drum (Lobby)
Join us for a day of creative expression honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Patrons are invited to explore several come-and-go art stations throughout the day, creating unique works of art inspired by Dr. King’s message, vision, and lasting impact. Throughout the crafting experience, some of Dr. King’s most acclaimed speeches will be streamed in the lobby, allowing participants to reflect, create, and engage with his powerful words.
Evening Film Screening: Boyd Vance Theater
6:00 p.m. – King in the Wilderness (Not Rated)
Following the screening, guests are invited to enjoy cake and punch.
January 16
Carver Celebrates King: Celebrating the life Of Dr. Martin Luther King
Meet a Local Civil Rights Icon:
11:35 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.- L.C Anderson Exhibit
Mr. Alexander Porter shares his experiences as one of the nation’s first Black FBI agents, including his work under J. Edgar Hoover and his involvement in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. case.
Crafts Fit for a King:
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Drum (Lobby)
Join us for a day of creative expression honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Patrons are invited to explore several come-and-go art stations throughout the day, creating unique works of art inspired by Dr. King’s message, vision, and lasting impact. Throughout the crafting experience, some of Dr. King’s most acclaimed speeches will be streamed in the lobby, allowing participants to reflect, create, and engage with his powerful words.
Family Friendly Film Screenings: Boyd Vance Theater
3:00 p.m.- Our Friend, Martin (Elementary | PG)
Animated Film Screening: Boyd Vance Theater
4:15 p.m.- Selma, Lord Selma (G)

That's My Face: Black Love Edition - "Sylvie's Love" at the Carver
2026-02-13 18:30 - 21:00 | George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
Celebrate Black Love Day at the Carver’s free film screening of “Sylvie’s Love”!

Join us at the Carver Museum on Friday, February 13, from 6:30PM-9:00PM for the 2026 That’s My Face: Black Love Day film screening! This year we’ll be screening, “Sylvie’s Love”, a 2020 American romantic drama about Sylvie, a young woman from a well-to-do family, who has a summer romance with a jazz saxophonist named Robert in 1950s Harlem. Written, directed and produced by Eugene Ashe, the film stars Tessa Thompson, Nnamdi Asomugha, Ryan Michelle Bathe, Regé-Jean Page, Aja Naomi King, and Eva Longoria.
Light concessions, refreshments, a 360- photo booth, and a 1950s/1960s Harlem-inspired, best-dressed contest. Free, and open to the public, 18+ event.
“That’s My Face” is a community film series that features works that explore the diversity of Black experiences. Full-length narrative films, documentaries, shorts, and animated works screened during the series explore various social, political, and cultural themes.

Community Cinema - Wicked: For Good
2026-03-06 18:30 | Community First Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX, 78724, United States
Mobile Loaves & Fishes invites you to a movie night at Community First! Village’s Community Cinema & Amphitheater.

Grab chairs and a blanket, bring family and friends, and enjoy this special screening.
Come explore Community First! Village, reserve your spot, and enjoy your favorite movie concessions. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be available for purchase (cards only, cash not accepted).
We encourage you to support our concessions team rather than bringing outside food and drinks. Concessions sales directly support our formerly homeless neighbors earning a dignified income to work the event!
Tickets are FREE for this event!
Guided tours of the Village are offered at most public Community Cinema events and will take place between listed event start time and prior to start of the film.

Community Cinema - Zootopia 2
2026-03-20 19:00 | Community First Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX, 78724, United States

Can I Kick It? People's Choice
2026-03-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Republic Square Park, 422 Guadalupe St., Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Prepare yourself for an incredible live-scored movie night in the park!
“Everything, Everywhere, All at Once” has been chosen as the People’s Choice film for Can I Kick It?!
Join Shaolin Jazz on March 20 at sunset to enjoy this award-winning movie with live-scoring by DJ 2-Tone Jones!
Don’t forget your picnic blanket or comfy chair! See you there!

Superman (2025) - Community Cinema
2026-04-10 19:30, 2026-06-12 20:00 | Community First Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX, 78724, United States
Mobile Loaves & Fishes invites you to a movie night at Community First! Village’s Community Cinema & Amphitheater.

Grab chairs and a blanket, bring family and friends, and enjoy this special screening.
Come explore Community First! Village, reserve your spot, and enjoy your favorite movie concessions. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be available for purchase (cards only, cash not accepted).
We encourage you to support our concessions team rather than bringing outside food and drinks. Concessions sales directly support our formerly homeless neighbors earning a dignified income to work the event!
Tickets are FREE for this event!
Guided tours of the Village are offered at most public Community Cinema events and will take place between listed event start time and prior to start of the film.
Dress in weather-appropriate clothing and don’t forget your flashlights and bug spray. We also recommend wearing closed-toe shoes.
Like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter or Instagram for all the latest news & updates from The Community Cinema.
Dogs on leashes are welcome at Community Cinema movie nights!
Interested in renting the Community Cinema amphitheater for a private event? Email cinema@mlf.org.
Movies begin at full dark and/or ~an hour after event start time, depending on the season.

Foreverland PBS Premier
2026-04-15 21:00 | Online
Foreverland, a new documentary exploring one of Austin’s most ambitious grassroots conservation efforts, premieres April 15 at 9 p.m. on Austin PBS, with an encore broadcast April 20 at 10 p.m.
The 7-mile Barton Creek Greenbelt is beloved by all who visit. Its deep canyon flanked by rugged trails and framed by limestone cliffs provides a respite from the hectic pace of daily life just minutes from downtown. Prior to 1970, the entire area was privately owned. That it exists today as public open space is the result of determined civic action—largely unknown to those who enjoy it.
In 1991, while the grassroots Save Our Springs movement drew national attention for landmark water-quality protections along Barton Creek, a smaller coalition pursued a parallel strategy: purchasing private land to secure it permanently for public use.
Some within the environmental community opposed this approach, labeling it a“developer buyout.” But supporters believed that preservation of this environmentally sensitive resource—home to rare flora and fauna and critical to the aquifer that feedsBartonSprings—could only be guaranteed through outright acquisition. The group recruited a City Council sponsor, secured a place on the 1992 bond ballot, and painstakingly negotiated land deals parcel by parcel, ultimately assembling nearly 1,000acres of protected public space.
Featuring archival footage, original interviews, and meticulous historical research, Foreverland highlights the leadership and persistence of former City Council MemberBeverly Griffith; parks planner Butch Smith; conservation advocate Ted Siff; and George Cofer, co-founder of the Hill Country Conservancy.
Produced by Karen Kocher, creator of theLiving Springs documentary series, with marketing and communications professional and filmmaker Monica Flores, Foreverland is a sequel to the 2020 award-winningOrigins of a Green Identity, which reached more than 26,000 households. Free public screenings and educational materials for teachers and community organizations will accompany the broadcast.
Broadcast:April 15 at 9 p.m.; encore April 20 at 10 p.m. on Austin PBS
Streaming: April 23 via the Living Springs YouTube Channel

Wicked: For Good (2025) - Community Cinema
2026-04-17 19:30 | Community First Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX, 78724, United States

Films For The Forest
2026-05-01 18:00 - 22:00 | The Rosette, 3908 Avenue B #Suite 116, Austin, TX, 78751, United States
On May 1, Films for the Forest is bringing an unforgettable environmental film event to The Rosette—and you’re invited.

On May 1st, 2026 at 6:00 PM Central Time, Films For The Forest returns with an exciting live event at The Rosette in Austin, Texas, bringing together filmmakers, conservationists, and audiences from around the world. This year’s showcase highlights powerful storytelling through short films that explore forests not just as landscapes, but as living systems deeply connected to the ecosystems around them.
For those unable to attend in person, the event will be streamed live worldwide, allowing audiences everywhere to experience the films and join the celebration of environmental storytelling. The event will be recorded for additional showings throughout the year, extending the reach of these important stories far beyond the night of the premiere.
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A Global Community of Filmmakers
The Films For The Forest competition continues to grow in global participation and impact. For the 2025/2026 season, we received more than 70 film submissions from 24 different countries, representing a diverse range of perspectives, cultures, and ecological stories.
Each film offers a unique lens into the role forests play in sustaining life on Earth—from biodiversity and wildlife habitats to cultural traditions and climate resilience. The diversity of submissions reflects the global importance of forests and the creative passion of filmmakers committed to environmental storytelling.
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This Year’s Theme: “More Than Trees”‍
The theme for the 2025/2026 competition is “More Than Trees.”
Forests are far more than collections of trees. They are vibrant, interconnected systems that exist in continuous synergy with the ecosystems around them. Through this theme, filmmakers were challenged to take audiences deeper—into the relationships between forests, wildlife, water, communities, and climate.
The selected films explore these connections in imaginative and compelling ways, helping audiences experience forests as dynamic environments that shape life on our planet.
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A Distinguished Judge: Richard Linklater
We are honored once again to have Oscar-nominated filmmaker Richard Linklater serving as one of the judges. Linklater has been involved with Films For The Forest since the competition’s inception, generously lending his time and expertise to help recognize outstanding environmental storytelling.
His continued participation reflects the growing importance of creative voices in raising awareness about the natural world and inspiring action through film.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) - Community Cinema
2026-05-08 19:30 | Community First Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX, 78724, United States

Movies in the Park: Mother’s Day edition
2026-05-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Waterloo Park, 500 E 12th St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Celebrate the women in your life with a magical evening and a movie under the stars! From 6:00-8:00 PM, immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the park. At sunset, settle in on the Moody Amphitheater lawn for an outdoor screening of the beloved classic Steel Magnolias – a heartfelt story of friendship, love, and resilience that’s perfect for Mother’s Day weekend. Grab your blanket, invite your friends, and make a night of it!
This event is made possible at no cost to the community thanks to our generous sponsors!

Cultural Currents
2026-05-16 13:00 - 18:00 | Chess Club, 617 Red River Street, Austin, TX, United States
Cultural Currents is a multi-format exhibition and storytelling initiative by the Red River Cultural District that celebrates, preserves, and promotes the neighborhood’s rich musical heritage, cultural traditions, and century-deep history. Developed in partnership with the Downtown Austin Alliance, the project is grounded in extensive research and documentation of the district’s evolution – from its early cultural roots shaped by German immigrants and Black entrepreneurs to its emergence as one of Austin’s most vital centers for live music and creative expression.
Rooted in place-based storytelling, Cultural Currents shines a light on the people, venues, and creative energy that have defined Red River across generations. Through immersive experiences and a blend of audio, visual, and documentary-style narratives, the project invites both residents and visitors to engage with the district in new and meaningful ways. A self-guided heritage walking tour, interactive story map, companion zine, and podcast series extend the experience beyond the exhibition, offering multiple entry points to explore Red River’s stories in depth.
Join us on May 16th for a district-wide event celebrating Austin’s live music and cultural identity, preserving the stories, sounds, and spirit of Red River.
Featuring:
FREE: Howdy Gals Showcase with performances by: GOOD., Subpar Snatch, lluvii & Barb.
At: The 13th Floor, 711 Red River St.
1:00pm – 6:00pm
FREE: Exhibition Headquarters
At: Chess Club, 617 Red River St.
1:00pm – 6:00pm
Be the first to get your hands on RRCD Zine #2, Pick-up Walking Tour Maps, View Clips from the Cavity Club and Blue Flamingo docuseries by A Curious Mix of People, Preview The Red River Podcast with a Featured Listening Station, Enjoy DJs and Vendors including a Skullcap Coffee Pop-up, and more!
WORLD PREMIERE: Emo’s
A Curious Mix of People Production
A film about the cornerstone 90’s venue in Austin, Texas on 6th and Red River.
Screening at: Swan Dive, 615 Red River St.
1:00pm & 3:30pm
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW.

RED RIVER WALKING TOUR:
A Self-guided tour featuring 15+ properties across the District. Each stop reveals the people, places, and stories that have shaped the district’s identity – offering a richer understanding of its past and present.
Where to start:
Pick up a Map at Chess Club (617 Red River St.) on May 16th from 1:00pm – 6:00pm during the Public Exhibition
Or – Download the Map today!
STORY MAP:
Want to dive deeper? Visit our Story Map – which features archival research, oral histories, and immersive storytelling for a more extensive look at each featured Historic Properties in the Red River Cultural District. Discover the stories, voices, and moments that have shaped each location – and see how they connect to the neighborhood we know today.
LINK TO STORY MAP COMING SOON!
SHARE YOUR STORY:
What you share can reflect stepping back in time, early days in Austin, or the here and now. All stories matter!

Do you have a favorite Red River Memory?
Did a Red River Music Venue or Business change your life?
Do you know an important person who is connected to Red River?
Is there important history about the people, places, and traditions, etc. on Red River that you would like to share or believe others should know about?

We are ready to hear your Red River Stories. Share today!

GOAT (2026) - Community Cinema
2026-06-05 20:00 | Community First Village, 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX, 78724, United States

DAC Pride: Every Act of Life
2026-06-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
Join DAC Pride for a screening of the Terrence McNally documentary, Every Act of Life!

Every Act of Life profiles world-renowned playwright Terrence McNally’s pioneering 5-decade career in the theater, focusing on the struggle for LGBT rights and his pursuit of love and inspiration at every age. Featuring Angela Lansbury, F. Murray Abraham, Larry Kramer, Nathan Lane, Audra McDonald, Edie Falco, Christine Baranski, Patrick Wilson, Billy Porter, and many more.
This event is free! Registration is not required, but theater capacity is limited so early arrival is encouraged to secure a seat.

'Cycles of Resilience' Screening
2026-08-14 20:00 - 23:00 | DAWA Studios HQ, 916 Springdale Rd Bldg 4 Suite 109, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
Join us for a screening of Cycles of Resilience at DAWA HQ on Friday, 8.14.26!
DAWA (Diversity Awareness & Wellness in Action) supports BIPOC community frontliners like artists, educators, caregivers, and organizers through direct financial support, creative space, and culturally rooted programs. Their work is all about supporting the people who hold our communities together, and that mission connects deeply with ours.
We are very excited to team up with an amazing non profit for our next screening!
About the film:
Cycles of Resilience: A Journey Through Austin’s Black History is a feature documentary that follows the nonprofit Black History Bike Ride and explores the rich history of Black Austinites through cycling, community, and storytelling.
916 Springdale Rd, Bld 4, Ste 109 (within Canopy Austin)
Doors: 8:00pm
Screening: 8:30pm
Free entry with RSVP! Space is limited.
See you there
This event is supported in part by a Creative Space Assistance Grant of Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment

Movies in the Park: Pride Edition
2026-08-15 19:00 - 23:00 | Waterloo Park, 500 E 12th St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Celebrate the start of Austin Pride Week with community, music, and film at Waterloo Park, presented in partnership with Austin Pride! Bring your blankets and picnic setup to relax on the lawn and enjoy a summer evening featuring a live DJ set, family-friendly activities, local vendors, community partners, and an outdoor screening of the classic movie Death Becomes Her (1992, PG-13).
Food and beverages will be available for purchase from YAPA Artisan Empanadas, Mom & Pops All Natural Frozen Pops, and concessions.
This event is offered at no cost to the community thanks to our generous sponsors.

DAC Nights: Down The River Wild
2026-08-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX, 78704, United States
Watch the Smithsonian documentary Epic Yellowstone: Down the River Wild and create works of natural wonder!

In honor of National Parks Week, DAC Nights is celebrating the parks. Come see a screening of the Smithsonian documentary Epic Yellowstone: Down the River Wild and create your own mini riverscape to take home!
This event is free! Registration is encouraged but not required. Epic Yellowstone: Down the River Wild will be screened twice, beginning at 7:05pm and 8:05pm.
