Free Films & Events

May 7 at 6:00 PM

This documentary addresses the critical issues of mental health, housing insecurity, and homelessness in Washtenaw County, exploring both the underlying challenges and potential solutions through a unified community effort. There will be a 4 person Panel with 1 Host from 8:00 PM-9:00 PM. Event starts at 5:30 PM

May 17 at 2:30 PM

A showcase of talent highlighting emerging and established film artists across the state of Michigan. Including a new short from Joel Potrykus, boy bands, a look at making art under a chronic illness, and more. Audiences will be able to vote for their favorite to win an audience award after the program.

June 14 | 11:00 AM

Part of Family-Friendly Films Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, the original animated feature is a coming-of-age story about one young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. Luca shares these adventures with his newfound best friend, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply held secret: he is a sea monster from another world just below the water's surface.

June 18 | 7:30 PM

Part of Ann Arbor Japan Week. After losing her parents in a car accident, Okko goes to live in the countryside with her grandmother, who runs a traditional Japanese inn built on top of an ancient spring said to have healing waters. While she goes about her chores and prepares to become the inn's next caretaker, Okko discovers that there are spirits who live there that only she can see - not scary ones, but welcoming ghosts who keep her company, play games and help her navigate her new environment. Sponsored by the UM Center For Japanese Studies

June 21 | 4:00 PM

In support of the Ann Arbor District Libraries Make Music Day, the Michigan Theater is proud to present a FREE organ concert performed on the historic Barton Organ! The Barton Organ is one of only 20 remaining in the United States, and one of only 7 that are still in daily use. This icon of the Michigan Theater has been preserved and maintained by The Michigan Theater Foundation as well as the Motor City Organ Society. Please come out and enjoy a historic and one-of-a-kind performance!