Friends of Franklin Park Arts Center

Exhibit: Independence
2026-01-08 - 2026-02-01 | VA
Celebrating 250 years in 2026!
We are excited to begin a 6-month count down to the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with art exhibit themes in 2026. You are invited to view this exhibit of original artwork that explores, depicts or celebrates the theme of Independence. Most artwork is available for sale.
In addition, we have arranged a special exhibit of pen and ink drawings from renowned artist Vinton Liddel Pickens, on loan from the Loudoun County art collection through the Art Advisory Committee. These 7 works depict rural scenes in Loudoun and showcase this independent artist who was one of the founders of Loudoun’s vibrant art community.

Gallery is open Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm and during public performances.

Music For Dessert 2026 Subscription
2026-01-21 - 2026-02-25 | Franklin Park Arts Center, 36441 Blueridge View Lane, Purcellville, VA, 20132, United States
One ticket – 6 concerts!
Your subscription to the Music For Dessert series includes six live music concerts that you can enjoy in-person or watch our livestream from home. We’ll have your name on the list, so no need to worry about a ticket — just join us each Wednesday night at 7:00 pm for a different music concert. Here is the schedule:
January 21 — Quentin Walston Trio, jazz
January 28 — Rigatoni Quartet, Italian Serenade
February 4 — Loud ‘N Clear, Dulles Senior Center rock n’ roll band
February 11 — Brandon Kennedy, one man Irish band
February 18– Scott Ainslie, acoustic blues guitarist
February 25– Junwen Liang, classical piano
Single tickets to each concert are $15, so this is a savings of $30 if you buy the subscription.
CLICK HERE TO PUCHASE SUBSCRIPTION

Cabin Fever Film Festival- Friday Evening
2026-01-30 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Franklin Park Arts Center, 36441 Blueridge View Lane, Purcellville, VA, 20132, United States
CLICK HERE FOR FRIDAY NIGHT TICKETS
The ninth annual Cabin Fever Film Festival, co-hosted by the Franklin Park Performing and Visual Arts Center and the Town of Purcellville Arts Council, highlights films made by Loudoun County residents. Break that cabin fever and enjoy the 9th year of Purcellville’s only film festival! Please note that while we promote this as a family film festival, these films are not rated. We will add information in the film descriptions about sensitive material so audiences can make informed choices.
Tickets are $10 for Friday (including reception after screening) and $5 for Saturday (see separate listing)
Here is the Slate of Films, the schedule for films being screened at our Festival on Friday and Saturday.
Friday, January 30, 2026 7:00 pm
The films who opted for consideration for the “Best Friend in Nature” film will be shown on Friday evening in this order:

“Blue Between Us” Evan Jackson, 17 minutes
“John Muir’s Story” Tara Roberts Zabriskie, 11 minutes
“Just Driving” Josh Ryan, 3 minutes
“Treasure Hunt – Misfortune” Josh Ryan, 23 minutes

Screening time: 54 minutes total
The prize for “Best Friend in Nature” will be awarded on Friday evening and then there will be a small reception in the lobby. In addition, audiences will be able to vote for one of these films as “Audience Favorite” at the conclusion of the screening and these films are not excluded from consideration for other Festival prize categories.
Saturday, January 31, 2026 10:00 am- 12:30 pm

“But Did It Happen” Jonathan Wymer, 12 minutes
“Joanna Sanders Documentary” Josh Ryan, 15 minutes
“A Rook’s Tale” Bakhtawar Chaudhary, 7 minutes
“The Impossible Stitch” Phil Erickson & Penny Hauffe, 18 minutes

Screening time: 52 minutes
*****Intermission 5-10 mins******

“Isabel Mayer Testimony & RAW Ministries” Josh Ryan, 4 minutes
“My Friend Margaret” JoJo Apfeldorf, 24 minutes
“An Honest Conversation” Josh Ryan, 4 minutes
“Bandida” Rikki Elizabeth Stinnette & Drew Broadhurst, 11 minutes

Screening time: 43 mins
Voting for Audience Favorite (to be combined with votes from Friday evening) and Remarks, as well and presentation of awards will follow.

Best in Theme – Independence
Audience Favorite
Most Likely to Break Cabin Fever

Cabin Fever Film Festival - Saturday
2026-01-31 10:00 - 12:30 | Franklin Park Arts Center, 36441 Blueridge View Lane, Purcellville, VA, 20132, United States
CLICK HERE FOR SATURDAY TICKETS
The ninth annual Cabin Fever Film Festival, co-hosted by the Franklin Park Performing and Visual Arts Center and the Town of Purcellville Arts Council, highlights films made by Loudoun County residents. Break that cabin fever and enjoy the 9th year of Purcellville’s only film festival! Please note that while we promote this as a family film festival, these films are not rated. We will add information in the film descriptions about sensitive material so audiences can make informed choices.
Tickets are $10 for Friday (including reception after screening) and $5 for Saturday.
Here is the Slate of Films, the schedule for films being screened at our Festival on Friday and Saturday.
Friday, January 30, 2026 7:00 pm
The films who opted for consideration for the “Best Friend in Nature” film will be shown on Friday evening in this order:

“Blue Between Us” Evan Jackson, 17 minutes
“John Muir’s Story” Tara Roberts Zabriskie, 11 minutes
“Just Driving” Josh Ryan, 3 minutes
“Treasure Hunt – Misfortune” Josh Ryan, 23 minutes

Screening time: 54 minutes total
The prize for “Best Friend in Nature” will be awarded on Friday evening and then there will be a small reception in the lobby. In addition, audiences will be able to vote for one of these films as “Audience Favorite” at the conclusion of the screening and these films are not excluded from consideration for other Festival prize categories.
Saturday, January 31, 2026 10:00 am- 12:30 pm

“But Did It Happen” Jonathan Wymer, 12 minutes
“Joanna Sanders Documentary” Josh Ryan, 15 minutes
“A Rook’s Tale” Bakhtawar Chaudhary, 7 minutes
“The Impossible Stitch” Phil Erickson & Penny Hauffe, 18 minutes

Screening time: 52 minutes
*****Intermission 5-10 mins******

“Isabel Mayer Testimony & RAW Ministries” Josh Ryan, 4 minutes
“My Friend Margaret” JoJo Apfeldorf, 24 minutes
“An Honest Conversation” Josh Ryan, 4 minutes
“Bandida” Rikki Elizabeth Stinnette & Drew Broadhurst, 11 minutes

Screening time: 43 mins
Voting for Audience Favorite (to be combined with votes from Friday evening) and Remarks, as well and presentation of awards will follow.

Best in Theme – Independence
Audience Favorite
Most Likely to Break Cabin Fever

Cancelled: Last Ham Standing Comedy Improv
2026-01-31 20:00 - 21:30 | Franklin Park Arts Center, 36441 Blueridge View Lane, Purcellville, VA, 20132, United States
This event is cancelled. See you in February!
