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Better Cities Film Festival

Loop Chicago

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.

October 9-11, 2025

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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!

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