LUNAFEST will kick-off with an introduction to Girls on the Run, followed by the film screening and opportunity to hear Girls on the Run stories from coaches and volunteers in our community. Food and beverage will be available for purchase throughout the event.

LUNAFEST believes that sharing diverse perspectives can spark conversation, connection, and change. This year’s stories are told from a variety of perspectives that champion women and gender nonconforming individuals, highlighting their aspirations, accomplishments, resilience, and strength. We will be showing a specially curated collection of four sport-focused shorts:

RECLAIM YOUR WATER: NATASHA SMITH
BY FAITH E. BRIGGS
As a member of the Ebony Beach Club, Natasha Smith surfs, skates, and makes her own waves.

PETE
BY BRET PARKER & PETE BARMA
The true story of Pete Barma explores gender identity, Little League Baseball, the people who inspire change by being themselves, and the superheroes who champion that change.

SWIMMING THROUGH
BY SAMANTHA SANDERS
Amid a brutal Chicago winter and the global pandemic, Deirdre, Helen, and Jennefer’s friendship grows as they commit to a daily sunrise plunge together in Lake Michigan.

THIS IS BETH
BY JEN RANDALL
As celebrated rock climber Beth Rodden grapples with her body image, she rediscovers the love of her sport...and herself.

Films are recommended for ages 13+