Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Monster Movie Monday
we're showing a classic tale of sci-fi horror; join us for snacks and a monstrous movie; note that this film is Rated R for violence and gore; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Monster Movie Monday. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Zootopia 2
Dec. 5 & 6; enjoy a double feature with the second title TBA; ticket booth opens at 6:30pm, movies begin approximately 7:45pm; $4-7, ages 3 and under free.
Event Title: Zootopia 2. Venue: Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
For more info visit www.61-driveintheatre.com. Home Alone 2: Lost in New York - C.H.U.D.
Time Travelers VHS Cinema presents a Daniel Stern/John Heard double feature, with "Home Alone 2" at 7pm and "C.H.U.D." at 9:15pm; pajamas welcome; free soda or domestic beer with pizza purchase; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: Home Alone 2: Lost in New York - C.H.U.D. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Monday, December 8, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, December 8, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Thursday, December 11, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, December 11, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. The Bravados
screening in the Afternoon Classics series in which we watch 1930's, 1940's, 1950's and 1960's movies featuring your favorite stars; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Bravados. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. It's a Wonderful Life
a screening of the Jimmy Stewart holiday classic; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: It's a Wonderful Life. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Friday, December 12, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, December 12, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. The Christmas Chronicles - Gremlins
Dec. 12 & 13; enjoy a holiday-themed double feature; ticket booth opens at 6:30pm, movies begin approximately 7:30pm; $4-7, ages 3 and under free.
Event Title: The Christmas Chronicles - Gremlins. Venue: Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
For more info visit www.61-driveintheatre.com. A Christmas Story - Black Christmas
Time Travelers VHS Cinema presents a Bob Clark double feature, with "Christmas Story" at 7pm and
Black Christmas" at 8:45pm; pajamas welcome; free soda or domestic beer with pizza purchase; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: A Christmas Story - Black Christmas. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:55 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Gremlins
a screening of the 1984 Christmastime smash; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Gremlins. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Saturday, December 13, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, December 13, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. The Polar Express
in Robert Zemeckis' holiday hit, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas; sponsored by Blick Art Materials free; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Event Title: The Polar Express. Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. The Christmas Chronicles - Gremlins
Dec. 12 & 13; enjoy a holiday-themed double feature; ticket booth opens at 6:30pm, movies begin approximately 7:30pm; $4-7, ages 3 and under free.
Event Title: The Christmas Chronicles - Gremlins. Venue: Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
For more info visit www.61-driveintheatre.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Klaus
3 & 6pm screenings of Netflix's Oscar-winning animated holiday film; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Klaus. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Klaus
3 & 6pm screenings of Netflix's Oscar-winning animated holiday film; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Klaus. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Monday, December 15, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, December 15, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Golden Memories of Christmas Past
these two videos are a tribute to the Christmas season as it looked and sounded growing up in the 1940s and '50s; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Golden Memories of Christmas Past. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. A Clockwork Orange
a screening of the Stanley Kubrick classic in the Filmosofia series; featuring a reading discussion with philosophical themes hosted by Augustana College's Deke Gould PhD; discussion of Derk Pereboom's “Defending Hard Incompatibilism" at 6:30pm, movie at 7pm, post-show discussion after; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: A Clockwork Orange. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, December 18, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Downton Movie Club
this month's selection is the final chapter for one of England's most beloved families and their cherished estate; light refreshments will be provided; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Downtown Movie Club. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. White Christmas
a screening of the Bing Crosby holiday classic; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: White Christmas. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Friday, December 19, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, December 19, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Polar Express Pajama Party
Dec. 19 & 20; enjoy the animated holiday film, with a free Believe Bell given to every child; $2 hot chocolate and topping bar; ticket booth opens at 5:30pm, movies begin approximately 7pm; $10/carload.
Event Title: Polar Express Pajama Party. Venue: Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
For more info visit www.61-driveintheatre.com. It's a Wonderful Life
a free screening of Frank Capra's holiday classic; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Event Title: It's a Wonderful Life. Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
a screening of the Chevy Chase holiday comedy; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Saturday, December 20, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, December 20, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Elf
3 & 6pm screenings of the Will Ferrell holiday comedy; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Elf. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Polar Express Pajama Party
Dec. 19 & 20; enjoy the animated holiday film, with a free Believe Bell given to every child; $2 hot chocolate and topping bar; ticket booth opens at 5:30pm, movies begin approximately 7pm; $10/carload.
Event Title: Polar Express Pajama Party. Venue: Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Voy 61 Drive In Theatre.
For more info visit www.61-driveintheatre.com. Elf
3 & 6pm screenings of the Will Ferrell holiday comedy; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Elf. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. The Polar Express
3 & 6pm screenings of the Oscar-nominated holiday hit; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: The Polar Express. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. The Polar Express
3 & 6pm screenings of the Oscar-nominated holiday hit; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: The Polar Express. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Monday, December 22, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, December 22, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, December 25, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, December 26, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, December 27, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, December 28, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, December 29, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, January 2, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, January 3, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Effigy Mounds Winter Film Festival
free; for information, call 563-873-3491.
Event Title: Effigy Mounds Winter Film Festival. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, January 5, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Monster Movie Monday
we're showing one of 2024's most thrilling vampire films; join us for snacks and a monstrous movie; note that this film is Rated R for violence and gore; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Monster Movie Monday. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Monday, January 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Tuesday Cinema
join us for a popular PG or PG-13 movie recently released on DVD; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Tuesday Cinema. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, January 8, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. The Sons of Katie Elder
a screening of the John Wayne, Dean Martin movie in the Afternoon Classics series; for ages 19+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Sons of Katie Elder. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, January 9, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, January 12, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, January 15, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, January 16, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Out There: A National Parks Story
a screening in the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series with popcorn included; $10, students free with ID; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Out There: A National Parks Story. Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit qcenvironmentalfilmseries.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Sunday, January 25, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Out of Plain Sight
a screening in the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series with popcorn included; $10, students free with ID; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Out of Plain Sight. Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit qcenvironmentalfilmseries.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Monday, January 26, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Friday, January 30, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Beaver Fever
a screening in the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series with popcorn included; $10, students free with ID; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Beaver Fever. Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit qcenvironmentalfilmseries.org. Tuesday Cinema
join us for a popular PG or PG-13 movie recently released on DVD; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Tuesday Cinema. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Effigy Mounds Winter Film Festival
free; for information, call 563-873-3491.
Event Title: Effigy Mounds Winter Film Festival. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. The Cigarette Surfboard
a screening in the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series with popcorn included; $10, students free with ID; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: The Cigarette Surfboard. Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit qcenvironmentalfilmseries.org. Magnificent Obsession
a screening of the Jane Wyman, Rock Hudson, Barbara Rush movie in the Afternoon Classics series; for ages 19+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Magnificent Obsession. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kelp! - The Green Buffalo
a double-feature screening in the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series with popcorn included; $10, students free with ID; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Kelp! - The Green Buffalo. Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit qcenvironmentalfilmseries.org. Reef Builders
a screening in the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series with popcorn included; $10, students free with ID; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Reef Builders. Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit qcenvironmentalfilmseries.org. Tuesday Cinema
join us for a popular PG or PG-13 movie recently released on DVD; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Tuesday Cinema. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.