Sep 25
1st FloorPavilion
Hours: 8:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.
$15
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Event Details
Elevate your movie night in the heart of Washington, D.C., at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration, where cinema will meet architectural wonder every month for "Big Screen Adventures." This month's film is “Thema & Louise.”This premier monthly series invites film enthusiasts and casual movie fans alike to experience the magic of the silver screen on an unprecedented scale. Hosted within the museum’s breathtaking two-story Pavilion, the media wall transforms into an epic multistory screen, bringing every frame to life in a whole new way.
Join us as we explore the great films of our time under the light of the Oculus — the Pavilion’s natural skylight — and celebrate the intersection of human creativity and the awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world.
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What to Expect
Where: Pavilion, National Geographic Museum of Exploration, Washington, D.C.
When: Friday, September 25, 2026 at 8:30 p.m.
Price: $15Features: After Hours Event | Family Friendly | Classic FilmsThe 2026 season of Big Screen Adventures is a curated celebration of the great American outdoors as part of our ongoing programming series in partnership with the America250 commission, specifically highlighting classic films that feature scenes captured inside of America’s National Parks.
Plan Your Visit
This event is expected to fill quickly. Advance tickets are recommended to secure your spot.
Reserve Your SpotBig Screen Adventures FAQs
View all FAQsNo. This is an after-hours event. The rest of the MOE will be closed.
The Explorers Eatery will be closed during this event, but small concessions will be available for purchase in the Pavilion.
Doors will open at 8:30 pm. Film will start promptly at 8:45 pm. This event features open, unreserved seating. We encourage you to arrive early to find a seat. Please do not bring your own seating.
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