AFI Silver Classic Film Weekend

Nov. 6–9

The AFI Silver Classic Film Weekend returns with an immersive lineup of stunning new restorations, big-screen rarities, silent films with live musical accompaniment, 35mm prints and astonishing pre-Code pictures. Witness legendary stars like Clara Bow, Anna May Wong, Myrna Loy, Tyrone Power, Maurice Chevalier, Lon Chaney and Warren William ignite the screen in films directed by luminaries such as Cecil B. DeMille, Ernst Lubitsch, Tod Browning and Michael Curtiz. The full lineup and guests will be announced in September.

All silent films are co-presented as part of this year’s Silent Cinema Showcase (Oct. 24–Nov. 15).

Combination Classic Film Weekend and Silent Cinema Showcase All-Access Passes: $200
Attend every screening and event in the 2025 AFI Silver Classic Film Weekend, in addition to the 2025 Silent Cinema Showcase, for just $200.
Purchase passes here.
*Silver Cinema Club discounts available in person only.

Stay in Silver Spring and save!
We’ve partnered with Courtyard Silver Spring Downtown — just steps away from AFI Silver — to offer a limited number of discounted rooms for AFI Silver Classic Film Weekend attendees Nov. 5–10. Book before Oct. 7 to secure a special rate! Reservations can be made online here or by calling the hotel at 301.589.4899 and referencing the Classic Film Weekend at AFI Silver.