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Chicago Film Office Presents: Family Matinees (Wed, July 01, 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Chicago Film Office presents: Family Matinees, a FREE summer-long series at Claudia Cassidy Theater

Join us Thursdays at Noon this summer for a selection of films for all ages to enjoy! Beat the summer heat with a collection of classic and contemporary favorites in our state-of-the art movie theater in the Chicago Cultural Center. Screenings are free to attend, with no RSVP required. Bring family, friends, and camp groups for weekly summer movie fun!

Full Schedule:

June 25: Hoppers (PG, 105 min, Open Captions)

July 2: The Lego Movie (PG, 100 min, Open Captions)

July 9: The Princess Diaries (G, 115 min)

July 16: Paddington 2 (PG, 103 min, Open Captions)

July 30: Spy Kids (PG, 88 mins)

August 13: Black Panther (PG-13, 135 min, Open Captions)

August 20: A Minecraft Movie (PG, 101 min, Open Captions)

(For group sizes of ten or more, please email us at filmoffice@cityofchicago.org to reserve blocks of seating.)

Discover More about Chicago Cultural Center here!

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Millennium Park Summer Film Series (Wed, July 01, 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Time for Another Season of the Millennium Park Summer Film Series

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Films begin at 6:30 p.m., Gates open at 5 p.m.

Guests may take a seat at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion or lounge on the Great Lawn as crowd-pleasing movies are presented on the state-of- the-art, 40-foot LED screen.

This year's schedule:

Tues, June 30: Independence Day (1996, PG13)

Tues, July 7: Ratatouille (2007, G)

Tues, July 14: When Harry Met Sally... (1989, R) & This is Spinal Tap (1984, R)

Tues, July 28: Hamilton (2020, PG-13)

Tues, August 4: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001, PG13)

Tues, August 11: The Devil Wears Prada (2006, PG13)

Tues, August 18: Sinners (2025, R)

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CineSonic Music Film Festival 2026 (Sun, July 12, 2026)

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

CineSonic Music Film Festival is BACK!

For our second year, the CineSonic Film Festival, brought to you by the Chambana Film Society, is an 8-week screening series, running on Sundays at 2pm at the Savoy 16 + IMAX. Starting on July 12th, and ending on August 30th, the CineSonic Film Festival will be bringing you the best in music-related films.

Discover More about CineSonic:

Official Website

2026cinesonic.chambanafilmsociety.org

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, August 13, 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.
View Official Site
Anime Club screenings are a Film Club Member ($15 /month or $150 /year) exclusive perk and include two free tickets, so that members can invite a plus one. This film series encourages community building and discussion around all things anime, featuring built in intermissions every month where members are invited to hang out in the FACETS Studio or Lounge to chat about the films, grab a drink, rent rare DVDs or VHS, and and let us know what other anime they’d like to see on the big screen by voting in our suggestion box.

Every month, we offer exclusive drink specials like Sapporo and hold a raffle where members can enter to win unique event posters and curated anime prizes. To enter the raffle, members must purchase a concession for $4 or more. Become a member today to join a community of cinephiles with exclusive access to rare, hard-to-find films and be the first to know about to all FACETS anime-related programming.

Anime Club is programmed by Emma Greenleaf, FACETS‘ Marketing Manager & Nick Edelberg, FACETS‘ Program Operations Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, August 21, 2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.
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Each month, we’ll present a meticulously curated pair of films that push the boundaries of fear, blending classic chills with fresh, innovative scares. But this series isn’t just about the fright—it’s a journey into the psychology and physiology of horror. Why do we willingly subject ourselves to fear-inducing experiences? What is it about the adrenaline rush and the shivers that keeps us coming back for more? COLD SWEAT delves into these questions, exploring the complex relationship between our physical reactions and emotional responses when watching terrifying films.

Upcoming Double Features:

Noroi: The Curse + Lake Mungo (Friday, Jan. 16 @ 7pm & 9:15pm)

Birth + To Die For (Friday, Feb. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

City of the Living Dead + The Day of the Beast (Friday, Mar. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

COLD SWEAT is programmed by Nick Edelberg, FACETS’ Program Operations Manager and Emma Greenleaf, FACETS’ Marketing Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, September 10, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.
View Official Site
Anime Club screenings are a Film Club Member ($15 /month or $150 /year) exclusive perk and include two free tickets, so that members can invite a plus one. This film series encourages community building and discussion around all things anime, featuring built in intermissions every month where members are invited to hang out in the FACETS Studio or Lounge to chat about the films, grab a drink, rent rare DVDs or VHS, and and let us know what other anime they’d like to see on the big screen by voting in our suggestion box.

Every month, we offer exclusive drink specials like Sapporo and hold a raffle where members can enter to win unique event posters and curated anime prizes. To enter the raffle, members must purchase a concession for $4 or more. Become a member today to join a community of cinephiles with exclusive access to rare, hard-to-find films and be the first to know about to all FACETS anime-related programming.

Anime Club is programmed by Emma Greenleaf, FACETS‘ Marketing Manager & Nick Edelberg, FACETS‘ Program Operations Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

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Join FACETS at 4:00pm every second Saturday for Film Trivia, a free team-based game with special film memorabilia prizes.

January trivia will feature categories focused on celebrating Rob Reiner, directorial debuts, a special winter wonderland video category, and much more.

MEET YOUR HOST

Syd Wrigley (She/They) is the FACETS Film Trivia host, as well as a filmmaker and video artist based in Chicago. She is currently a senior at School of the Art Institute of Chicago, pursuing her BFA in Film/Video/New Media.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, September 18, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.
View Official Site
Each month, we’ll present a meticulously curated pair of films that push the boundaries of fear, blending classic chills with fresh, innovative scares. But this series isn’t just about the fright—it’s a journey into the psychology and physiology of horror. Why do we willingly subject ourselves to fear-inducing experiences? What is it about the adrenaline rush and the shivers that keeps us coming back for more? COLD SWEAT delves into these questions, exploring the complex relationship between our physical reactions and emotional responses when watching terrifying films.

Upcoming Double Features:

Noroi: The Curse + Lake Mungo (Friday, Jan. 16 @ 7pm & 9:15pm)

Birth + To Die For (Friday, Feb. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

City of the Living Dead + The Day of the Beast (Friday, Mar. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

COLD SWEAT is programmed by Nick Edelberg, FACETS’ Program Operations Manager and Emma Greenleaf, FACETS’ Marketing Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

Blue Whiskey Independent Film Festival (Tue, September 22, 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

BWiFF is coming to Palatine!

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Blue Whiskey Independent Film Festival (BWiFF) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that assembles character-driven independent film programming constructed by bold and innovative storytellers for the purposes of education, entertainment, and thought-provoking discussion.

The festival will be presenting a special documentary exclusive event from September 22-24, 2026. The BWiFFdocs Awards presentation will be privately recorded and premiere on Friday, September 25 at bwiff.com.

Discover More about BWiFF 2025

Official Website

bwiff.com

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FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, October 08, 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.
View Official Site
Anime Club screenings are a Film Club Member ($15 /month or $150 /year) exclusive perk and include two free tickets, so that members can invite a plus one. This film series encourages community building and discussion around all things anime, featuring built in intermissions every month where members are invited to hang out in the FACETS Studio or Lounge to chat about the films, grab a drink, rent rare DVDs or VHS, and and let us know what other anime they’d like to see on the big screen by voting in our suggestion box.

Every month, we offer exclusive drink specials like Sapporo and hold a raffle where members can enter to win unique event posters and curated anime prizes. To enter the raffle, members must purchase a concession for $4 or more. Become a member today to join a community of cinephiles with exclusive access to rare, hard-to-find films and be the first to know about to all FACETS anime-related programming.

Anime Club is programmed by Emma Greenleaf, FACETS‘ Marketing Manager & Nick Edelberg, FACETS‘ Program Operations Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, October 10, 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

View Official Site

Join FACETS at 4:00pm every second Saturday for Film Trivia, a free team-based game with special film memorabilia prizes.

January trivia will feature categories focused on celebrating Rob Reiner, directorial debuts, a special winter wonderland video category, and much more.

MEET YOUR HOST

Syd Wrigley (She/They) is the FACETS Film Trivia host, as well as a filmmaker and video artist based in Chicago. She is currently a senior at School of the Art Institute of Chicago, pursuing her BFA in Film/Video/New Media.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

62nd Chicago International Film Festival (Wed, October 14, 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The Chicago International Film Festival is Once Again Taking Over Chicago

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As the longest-running competitive film festival in North America, The Chicago International Film Festival brings more than 150 films from around the world to Chicago. Featuring World, North American and U.S. premiere screenings, the Chicago International Film Festival also includes special celebrity appearances, post-screening panel Q&As and in-person tributes to legendary filmmakers, offering moviegoers the ultimate Chicago film experience.

Full festival schedule being released the month before CIFF.

Discover More about CIFF

Official Website

chicagofilmfestival.com

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FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, October 16, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.
View Official Site
Each month, we’ll present a meticulously curated pair of films that push the boundaries of fear, blending classic chills with fresh, innovative scares. But this series isn’t just about the fright—it’s a journey into the psychology and physiology of horror. Why do we willingly subject ourselves to fear-inducing experiences? What is it about the adrenaline rush and the shivers that keeps us coming back for more? COLD SWEAT delves into these questions, exploring the complex relationship between our physical reactions and emotional responses when watching terrifying films.

Upcoming Double Features:

Noroi: The Curse + Lake Mungo (Friday, Jan. 16 @ 7pm & 9:15pm)

Birth + To Die For (Friday, Feb. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

City of the Living Dead + The Day of the Beast (Friday, Mar. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

COLD SWEAT is programmed by Nick Edelberg, FACETS’ Program Operations Manager and Emma Greenleaf, FACETS’ Marketing Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, November 12, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.
View Official Site
Anime Club screenings are a Film Club Member ($15 /month or $150 /year) exclusive perk and include two free tickets, so that members can invite a plus one. This film series encourages community building and discussion around all things anime, featuring built in intermissions every month where members are invited to hang out in the FACETS Studio or Lounge to chat about the films, grab a drink, rent rare DVDs or VHS, and and let us know what other anime they’d like to see on the big screen by voting in our suggestion box.

Every month, we offer exclusive drink specials like Sapporo and hold a raffle where members can enter to win unique event posters and curated anime prizes. To enter the raffle, members must purchase a concession for $4 or more. Become a member today to join a community of cinephiles with exclusive access to rare, hard-to-find films and be the first to know about to all FACETS anime-related programming.

Anime Club is programmed by Emma Greenleaf, FACETS‘ Marketing Manager & Nick Edelberg, FACETS‘ Program Operations Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

View Official Site

Join FACETS at 4:00pm every second Saturday for Film Trivia, a free team-based game with special film memorabilia prizes.

January trivia will feature categories focused on celebrating Rob Reiner, directorial debuts, a special winter wonderland video category, and much more.

MEET YOUR HOST

Syd Wrigley (She/They) is the FACETS Film Trivia host, as well as a filmmaker and video artist based in Chicago. She is currently a senior at School of the Art Institute of Chicago, pursuing her BFA in Film/Video/New Media.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, November 20, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.
View Official Site
Each month, we’ll present a meticulously curated pair of films that push the boundaries of fear, blending classic chills with fresh, innovative scares. But this series isn’t just about the fright—it’s a journey into the psychology and physiology of horror. Why do we willingly subject ourselves to fear-inducing experiences? What is it about the adrenaline rush and the shivers that keeps us coming back for more? COLD SWEAT delves into these questions, exploring the complex relationship between our physical reactions and emotional responses when watching terrifying films.

Upcoming Double Features:

Noroi: The Curse + Lake Mungo (Friday, Jan. 16 @ 7pm & 9:15pm)

Birth + To Die For (Friday, Feb. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

City of the Living Dead + The Day of the Beast (Friday, Mar. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

COLD SWEAT is programmed by Nick Edelberg, FACETS’ Program Operations Manager and Emma Greenleaf, FACETS’ Marketing Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, December 10, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.
View Official Site
Anime Club screenings are a Film Club Member ($15 /month or $150 /year) exclusive perk and include two free tickets, so that members can invite a plus one. This film series encourages community building and discussion around all things anime, featuring built in intermissions every month where members are invited to hang out in the FACETS Studio or Lounge to chat about the films, grab a drink, rent rare DVDs or VHS, and and let us know what other anime they’d like to see on the big screen by voting in our suggestion box.

Every month, we offer exclusive drink specials like Sapporo and hold a raffle where members can enter to win unique event posters and curated anime prizes. To enter the raffle, members must purchase a concession for $4 or more. Become a member today to join a community of cinephiles with exclusive access to rare, hard-to-find films and be the first to know about to all FACETS anime-related programming.

Anime Club is programmed by Emma Greenleaf, FACETS‘ Marketing Manager & Nick Edelberg, FACETS‘ Program Operations Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, December 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

View Official Site

Join FACETS at 4:00pm every second Saturday for Film Trivia, a free team-based game with special film memorabilia prizes.

January trivia will feature categories focused on celebrating Rob Reiner, directorial debuts, a special winter wonderland video category, and much more.

MEET YOUR HOST

Syd Wrigley (She/They) is the FACETS Film Trivia host, as well as a filmmaker and video artist based in Chicago. She is currently a senior at School of the Art Institute of Chicago, pursuing her BFA in Film/Video/New Media.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, December 18, 2026)

Sat, 19 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.
View Official Site
Each month, we’ll present a meticulously curated pair of films that push the boundaries of fear, blending classic chills with fresh, innovative scares. But this series isn’t just about the fright—it’s a journey into the psychology and physiology of horror. Why do we willingly subject ourselves to fear-inducing experiences? What is it about the adrenaline rush and the shivers that keeps us coming back for more? COLD SWEAT delves into these questions, exploring the complex relationship between our physical reactions and emotional responses when watching terrifying films.

Upcoming Double Features:

Noroi: The Curse + Lake Mungo (Friday, Jan. 16 @ 7pm & 9:15pm)

Birth + To Die For (Friday, Feb. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

City of the Living Dead + The Day of the Beast (Friday, Mar. 20 @ 7pm & 9pm)

COLD SWEAT is programmed by Nick Edelberg, FACETS’ Program Operations Manager and Emma Greenleaf, FACETS’ Marketing Manager.

Discover More about FACETS

Official Website

facets.org

ChicagoScreens upcoming events

Chicago Film Office Presents: Family Matinees (Wed, July 01, 2026)

The Chicago Film Office presents: Family Matinees, a FREE summer-long series at Claudia Cassidy Theater

Discover More about Chicago Cultural Center here!

Millennium Park Summer Film Series (Wed, July 01, 2026)

Time for Another Season of the Millennium Park Summer Film Series

CineSonic Music Film Festival 2026 (Sun, July 12, 2026)

CineSonic Music Film Festival is BACK!

Discover More about CineSonic:

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, August 13, 2026)

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, August 21, 2026)

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, September 10, 2026)

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, September 12, 2026)

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, September 18, 2026)

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.

Discover More about FACETS

Blue Whiskey Independent Film Festival (Tue, September 22, 2026)

BWiFF is coming to Palatine!

Discover More about BWiFF 2025

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, October 08, 2026)

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, October 10, 2026)

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

Discover More about FACETS

62nd Chicago International Film Festival (Wed, October 14, 2026)

The Chicago International Film Festival is Once Again Taking Over Chicago

Discover More about CIFF

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, October 16, 2026)

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, November 12, 2026)

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, November 14, 2026)

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, November 20, 2026)

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Anime Club (Thu, December 10, 2026)

Every second Thursday, FACETS Film Club Members are invited to explore the exciting world of anime with a mystery selection of OVAs, complete series, features, and short films, hand-picked with the help of our regular attendees.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Film Trivia (Sat, December 12, 2026)

Film Trivia is back, but with a new look, feel, and host: Syd Wrigley.

Discover More about FACETS

FACETS: Cold Sweat (Fri, December 18, 2026)

FACETS' monthly COLD SWEAT series plunges into the unsettling world of horror and cult cinema, offering unexpected, visceral double features that'll send a chill down your spine.

Discover More about FACETS