Programs
Special Programs at the Avalon
The Avalon Theatre supports its mission by exhibiting some of the most exciting year-round film programs in the Washington DC area. Our film series offer the newest in independent features, family films and world cinema, giving local filmgoers the chance to see stimulating films on the big screen all year long.
Wednesday Signature Series
Held only at the Avalon, the Wednesday Signature Series is a group of six rotating programs that showcase unique films from around the world. Screenings are held on Wednesday evenings at 8:00pm in our historic downstairs theater.
Senior Cinema Thursday
A monthly event where we present our current feature at a special discounted price for seniors.
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Weekend Family Matinees
Films and live performances that are family-friendly and ridiculously fun!
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Invitation and Member-only Series
Cinema Classroom at the Avalon
Open to 6th-12th grade classes—and free for attendees—Cinema Classroom at the Avalon brings students from the metropolitan area together to view and discuss films with filmmakers and subject-matter experts in the Avalon’s historic, nonprofit theater.
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Special Events
Occasionally we rent the theater to an outside party for a film or other event we believe our audience might enjoy. Those events are publicized here.
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