See Chicago through a different lens! Chicago Loop Alliance is hosting the Chicago edition of the Better Cities Film Festival, engaging community and conversation through films dedicated to making urban spaces more sustainable, equitable, and livable.
Better Cities Film Festival
October 9-11, 2025
AMC DINE-IN Block 37
108 N. State St.
The festival helps build stronger communities and sparks conversations that can lead to meaningful change and economic growth in our neighborhoods. The weekend long film festival focuses on a variety of relevant topics connected to the films, such as:
- Urban Art: Street art and public spaces as tools for community engagement and cultural expression.
- Pedal Power: Bicycles, scooters and alternative transportation as sustainable solutions for urban mobility.
- Nature in Neighborhoods: Creating green space and fostering conservation efforts within urban environments.
program schedule
View the full program schedule below!
