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LightReel Film Festival 2026

LightReel Film Festival 2026 | June 3–6, 2026 • Washington, DC

The LightReel Film Festival returns to Union Market June 3–6, 2026, bringing bold storytelling, independent filmmakers, and creative voices from across the region together for another exciting year of film and culture.

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OCTFME is proud to support 44: The Musical at the Shakespeare Theatre. Click for more information.

Donnie Simpson, the icon, trailblazer, and media legend, is bringing his new show to DCN and DCE! It's real talk and it's real good!

Join us Wednesdays, starting June 3, for Majic Wednesdays at Sycamore & Oak. It's free, fun and full of spectacular performances!

Congratulations to our Filmmaker of the Month, Aaliyah Idrissa! Click for more information.

Salute to OCTFME's Location of the Month. This unique location is available for film and television productions. Click for more information.

SPEAK OUT DC @ 7PM | Tuesdays & Fridays on DKN & Mondays & Thursdays on DCN!

Watch Tuesdays at 8PM on DCN!

ENTERTAINMENT JOBS

Employment, Casting and Training opportunities in the city's creative economy

FILM & PERMITS

Get a Film Permit, Apply for Rebates and More

202CREATES

Mayor Bowser's commitment to showcase the District's creative industries

DCC

Gavel-to-gravel coverage of the live and recorded activities of the Council

DKN

Entertaining, Informative, and Educational programming for the District's millennials

DCN

Lifestyle programs focused on public affairs, current events, arts and entertainment in the District.

Upcoming Events

Jun 3 2026 (All day)

LightReel Film Festival

Jun 3 2026 - 18:30

2026 Majic Wednesdays Live R&B, Go-Go, and Jazz Bands

Jun 5 2026 - 14:00

DC Film Office: Why DC Is Film Friendly (Lightreel Film Festival 7)

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