FESTIVAL FAQ'S
Location: Middleburg, Virginia -- one hour from downtown Washington, D.C. and 30 minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport.
Box Office:
Middleburg Community Center (300 W. Washington St, Middleburg)
What kind of films will be shown at the Middleburg Film Festival?
We are screening more than 45 films throughout the 4-day festival. These films (both narratives and documentaries) are carefully curated and include many likely Academy Award contenders (that are not yet out in the theaters) and the “best of independent film” selected from leading festivals throughout the world. The film slate typically focus on a wide variety of subjects including music, the environment, fashion, family relationships, history, biographies, and social justice issues. You’re guaranteed to find films that suit your interests.
How do I get tickets?
Individual tickets may be purchased from our website at middleburgfilm.org or on our mobile ap.
What are the specific venues for the film screenings?
Screenings take place at:
Salamander Resort (500 North Pendleton Street, Middleburg)
The Hill School (130 S. Madison St, Middleburg)
Middleburg Community Center (300 W. Washington St, Middleburg)
National Sporting Library (102 The Plains Rd, Middleburg)
What other events will be there during the festival?
There will be Conversations held throughout the festival. Check listings on website for more information. These and other special events will be held at at the Salamander Resort & Spa, 500 North Pendleton St, Middleburg, in either the Library or Coca Cola Tent & Lounge.
There's also a fantastic concert honoring Academy award nominated film composer Kris Bowers on Saturday afternoon.
Will it be difficult to park in town and/or at the venues?
There's ample free parking at all venues throughout the festival as well as other places throughout the town. In addition, the parking meters on Main Street will be free throughout the festival. If you prefer not to drive, shuttle buses run on a continuous loop throughout the festival. (See more info on this below.)
Getting From Place to Place
Shuttle Buses will run throughout the day and evening with stops at Festival Headquarters, The Hill School, Middleburg Community Center (also the stop for The National Sporting Library) and Salamander Resort & Spa. Check the festival website closer to the festival for shuttle routes and times.
When will the films screen?
There will be three "pre-opening" films on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 16th at the Middleburg Community Center and the Hill School Venues, followed by the Opening Night Film at 7:00 pm at Salamander Resort. There will be film screenings and conversations at four venues starting at approximately 9:00 am until 11:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17th and 18th and from 9:00 am until 7 pm on Sunday, Oct. 19th.
Will there be films suitable for all ages? Yes, although most films tend to be geared towards a mature audience.
I’m coming from out of town. Can you recommend some good places to stay and eat?
Places to Stay:
There are a variety of options for accommodations in the town of Middleburg -- including the luxury Salamander Resort & Spa (salamanderresort.com), the historic Red Fox Inn (Redfox.com) on Main Street, and Goodstone Inn (Goodstone.com) set on a 265-acre estate.
Home2Suites by Hilton Chantilly Dulles Airport, located approximately 25 minutes from Middleburg has a special rate during the festival. (Ask about the festival rate when you contact them.) https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/iadcvht-home2-suites-chantilly-dulles-airport/
Hotel Burg is a beautiful new boutique hotel in historical downtown Leesburg opening August 2025. Approximately 25-30 minutes from Middleburg. For special rates, use this link: Hotel Burg~ Middleburg Film Festival Booking Link
There are also many private homes available to rent on airBnb.com and Vrbo.com.
For more options throughout the surrounding area, visit: https://www.visitloudoun.org/accommodations/
Dining:
There are choices for every palate -- from local, organic Virginia Piedmont cuisine to French gourmet to down home American fare.
For more information, visit: http://visitmiddleburgva.com/eat-drink/
Do you have t-shirts and other festival items for sale?
Yes,we have lots of great merchandise including bags, baseball caps, t-shirts, and other branded items. These items will be available for purchase at our festival headquarters at the Middleburg Community Center at 300 W. Washington Street and a more limited selection at our theater venues.
Any other questions? Please contact us at info@middleburgfilm.org. If you have questions related to tickets, please email boxoffice@middleburgfilm.org