ArtWalk Ventura Cinefest

ArtWalk Ventura CineFest is a new event for all lovers of cinema. We screen traditional genre films (horror, sci-fi, comedy, etc), compelling cutting-edge dramas, experimental fare, and more! Our mission is to celebrate independent filmmaking and storytelling, highlighting exceptional works from local and international filmmakers alike.

Brief Q+A panels will follow each screening and filmmakers will be invited to attend a mixer after the first night's proceedings.

This event takes place September 26 and 27, 1-6 p.m. both days at Century 10 Theater, Downtown Main St., Ventura.

ArtWalk CineFest operates under ArtWalk Ventura -- a fun, free, self-guided tour of dozens of galleries, studios, and pop up gallery locations in Ventura's Westside Cultural District and Downtown. ArtWalk has been a signature event for Ventura for many years, bringing in cultural tourists from all over the golden state. It is now being run by an all-volunteer group which has added new life to the event.

ABOUT ARTWALK VENTURA
More than 200 artists, dozens of venues, top local performers, poets and filmmakers will participate in ArtWalk Ventura, the area’s largest arts festival, Sept. 26-27.

This free, family-friendly event will feature the work of regional artists and musicians in local galleries, businesses and restaurants Downtown and on Ventura's west side, a large fine arts fair on the grounds of Mission Park, and artists in pop-up spots along Main Street. The route starts on upper Main Street Downtown and goes up Ventura Avenue, encompassing the new Vita Arts complex at Garden & Main, Working Artists Ventura and the Bell Arts Factory. Maps and signage will guide visitors.

Two stages, one at the Albinger Archeological Museum across from Mission Park, and another at California and Main streets, will feature popular bands, theater and dance. A cinema festival will be held at Century 10 Theater, Downtown Main St., Ventura.

Street painting, a children’s area, aerialists, Aztec dancers, performers from Santa Barbara's Solstice Parade, live painting and pottery demonstrations will also be featured.
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The hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 and 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27. The music will go until 7 p.m. in the Albinger on Saturday. A large public street painting project in front of the Ventura Mission kicks off the weekend at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25.

CineFest takes place on Sept. 26-27 from 1-6 p.m. at Century 10 Theater, Downtown Main St., Ventura. The cinema festival will feature films from top filmmakers with prizes and awards.
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This huge event unites Ventura’s neighborhoods, businesses and arts community in a two-day celebration of the creative spirit. The event is run by an enthusiastic all-volunteer team.

Contact the ArtWalk team at artwalkventura@yahoo.com.