Washington West Film Festival and More This Weekend in Reston

The 10th annual Washington West Film Festival continues through Monday with special screenings at Bow Tie Cinemas in Reston Town Center.

The festival showcases films from around the world.  Tomorrow’s schedules include a panel discussion about the process of independent filmmaking at 10 a.m.  

The schedule for tomorrow (Saturday) is below and tickets for each screening can be purchased online:

The event on Saturday concludes with an annual party at the Reston Town Center pavilion.

The complete schedule is available online. All net box office proceeds help address issues like hunger and illness, according to the festival’s website.

Tomorrow (Saturday)

  • Halloween Face Painting (1-3 p.m.) — Try on a festive look at Reston Regional Library. The event is open for all ages.
  • Reston Friends Jigsaw Puzzle Sale (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) — Puzzle books, games, and jigsaw puzzles are available for sale at Reston Regional Library.
  • Halloween Movie (11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) — Enjoy a screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial at Reston Regional Library. Attendees can also enjoy popcorn and hot cocoa.
  • Halloween Family Day (Noon to 2. p.m.) — Come dressed in your favorite custom and enjoy family-friendly performances. The event is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
  • Trick or Treat at Reston Town Center (Noon to 4 p.m.) — Kids who wear costumes can get free treats at the town center.

Sunday (Oct. 27)

  • History of World War II (2-4 p.m.) — Dr. Harry Butowsky of George Mason University continues his six-part lecture series on the history of the war.

Photo via Washington West Film Festival

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