Weekend Highlights
Each year we present world-class film at our annual Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival, but there is more to enjoy than just film.
Friday, October 20
Opening Night
DOORS OPEN: 6:30PM
FILM: 7:30PM
Join us for an enchanting evening as we kick off the festival! Starting at 6:30 pm enjoy the the rhythm of live music from Red Moon Rounders, sip on our signature cocktail, and indulge in sweet bite sensations before the feature film, Maestra.
Friday night
Friday + Saturday
After Party
Keep the conversation going! Connect with filmmakers + filmgoers after the films on Friday + Saturday night.
Join us after the film for a special cocktail inspired by our filmmakers and a happy hour priced appetizer at Lumen8 Rooftop Social, located on the top floor of the official RMWFF host hotel – Element in downtown Colorado Springs.
Behind the Lens
Filmmaker Forums
open to all pass holders
Filmmakers make the festival! Take advantage of one or both of our FILMMAKER FORUMS during lunch on Saturday and Sunday. If you pre-purchase a box lunch you can pick them up at the entrance to the forum.
Saturday Topic
OCTOBER 21, 1:15PM
FILMMAKER-SUBJECT DYNAMICS AND THE IMPACT OF LIFE ON THE SCREEN
One of our film selections this year, SUBJECT explores the life-altering experience of sharing one’s life on screen. Join us as we bring together several film subjects and directors to discuss firsthand their experiences in making the film. The conversation will focus on the layered relationship between filmmaker and subject as well as the consequences, good and bad, of having your life on screen.
Sunday Topic
OCTOBER 22, 1:15 PM
UNVEILING THE UNSEEN: ETHICAL AND ARTISTIC CHOICES IN FILMMAKING
Join us for a conversation with filmmakers as we explore the behind-the-scenes decisions that are not always visible in the final film, including what ended up on the cutting room floor, the sometimes-messy production realities, the process of constructing a story from reality, and especially the ethics and responsibility inherent in documentary filmmaking.
filmmaker forum box lunch
Pre-order a boxed lunch from Summit Catering to enjoy while attending filmmaker panels on Saturday and/or Sunday. All lunches come with a Chocolate Chip Cookie, Fresh Fruit Cup, and House-Made Kettle Chips. There are two sandwich options to choose from:
Turkey and Provolone on Baguette:
Freshly Sliced Deli Turkey, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato on baguette
–or–
Rosso on Focaccia:
Roasted Red Bell Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella, and Mixed Greens all served on Freshly Baked Focaccia
Saturday NIGHT
After Dark
One hot ticket, two exclusive screenings
Saturday evening features your choice between a dynamic feature film and a lineup of stellar shorts. Join us before the film in Cornerstone Arts Center for a party with live music from Susan Rissman + Friends, plus small nibbles and a cash bar!
HAPPY HOUR: 6:30PM
FILMS: 8PM
EAT
Downtown Dining
Explore the culinary scene in Downtown Colorado Springs! Thanks to Downtown Partnerships, we have curated a list of great dining options welcoming filmgoers throughout the festival.
Attending a Filmmaker Panel?
Grab something to go, bring a pack lunch, or purchase a box lunch in advance from Center Plate of the Pikes Peak Center. Box lunches will be available to purchase online in early November.
restaurant partners
stay
Hotel Special
Kinship Landing is your festival home-away-from-home this year — it’s our official festival hotel and location for our After Parties!
Use the code RMWFF2022 to get 10% off your room (subject to availability.)
