What's Playing This Weekend: Movie Reviews, Trailers, Show Times

Catching a film this weekend? Here are times and locations for the top flicks playing in and around Alexandria.

'Potted Potter': Magical Family Fun Onstage

There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

One Direction, 'The Butler' and 'Riddick' Playing at the Movies This Weekend

Movie tickets, showtimes, reviews and more about what's in theaters now.

Civil War Concert at Fort Ward Park

The free, family-friendly event takes place in September.

24 Days of Summer: Time Enough for Free Music

Movie Review and Trailer: 'The World's End'

It's the end of the world and they feel fine.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

Weird News: Dogs Working Out, 'Thrift Shop' Poolside and Goats Save Cemetery

Plus, tax-stamp trouble and a burglar pulled from furniture store roof.

What's Playing at the Movies This Weekend?

Movie showtimes, tickets, reviews and more information for some of the movies in theaters right now.

Marvel's 'X-Men' 2014 Introduced, for the Uninitiated

Why the cast of 2014's 'X-Men: Days of Future Past' is making the movie every Marvel fan's obsession (or top 11 hottest "X-Men" actors!).

Weird Virginia/DC: Baby on Board, Hoya Mascot Drops Out, Things That Go ‘Boom!’ and Goat Voodoo?

Plus: Washington Post-lovin’ wildlife and a farmers market says: ‘Don’t mess with our balloon man.’

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

Weird News: Exploding Porta Potty, Raccoons on Wheels, Blonde Wig-Wearing Thief Strikes Again

Plus, there’s a Prius-tire-slashing criminal on the loose in Arlington.

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

Comic Confidential: Cinema Siren's Comic-Con 2013 Survival Guide

VIDEO: Heading to San Diego or just curious how Comic-Con works? Watch Northern Virginia's Cinema Siren to find out your best plan of attack.

Learn to Dance Like Elizabeth Bennett and Mr. Darcy

Get ready for the Jane Austen Ball in Alexandria.

Cheap Thrill: Look to the Skies for Peak Visibility of Saturn

While you’re taking pictures of the planet, “the planet” will be taking pictures of you. Where and when to watch.

'Pacific Rim' — These Monsters and Robots Rock

Review, trailer and showtimes for Pacific Rim, starring Charlie Hunnam, Idris Elba, Rinko Kikuchi and Charlie Day.

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

'Much Ado About Nothing:' Whedon Brings Beautiful Bard

Debuting in D.C.-area movie theaters this weekend.

Movie Review: 'Now You See Me' — Plenty Up its Sleeve

Rated PG-13 out in theaters now.

Review and Trailer: 'Star Trek Into Darkness:' Excitement at Warp Factor 10

Star Trek Into Darkness is directed by J.J. Abrams and stars Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and Zoe Saldana.

Movie Review, Trailer: Gutsy 'Great Gatsby'

This fearless interpretation by director Luhrmann is well worth seeing.

Marching Titans Heading to Sugar Bowl

T.C. Williams High School band is one of 15 from around the country selected to perform at halftime of 2014 bowl game in New Orleans.

City Announces Spring and Summer Concert Series

Series officially begins May 21 at Market Square.

'Let's Jazz it Up' for Mother's Day

City hosts a Mother's Day Jazz Extravaganza.

Black History Museum Presents ‘Living Legends’

Museum will also offer free activities for children and adults.

Free Tours of Local Attractions for Alexandria Residents

Be a tourist in your own hometown. The Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association is offering city residents free tours to many local attractions for one day in May.

Comedic Singer to Perform in Alexandria’s West End

Don White will play at the Church of the Resurrection.

Movie Review: 'Oblivion' Stunning Yet Flawed Sci-Fi

PG-13 film starring Tom Cruise opens Friday in theaters.

Reception Marks Opening of ‘Art Uniting People’ Exhibit

The show aims to reduce the stigma of mental illness.

Movie Review: Spielberg's Dinosaurs Born Again in 3D

The 3D enhancements make it worth seeing again on the big screen.

Poet Laureate Calls for Poems, Artwork

Alexandria residents are invited to submit poems and artwork about their city.

British Actress Finds Home in Alexandria’s West End

Claire Carroll has performed in DC’s Source Festival, at the Hub Theater in Fairfax and for the Capital Fringe Festival.

Spring Movies: 10 Classic Films For The Season

Elvis, Fred Astaire, Judy Garland and Alfred Hitchcock fill this Easter collection.

Folk Singer Anne Hills to Perform in West End

Hills' soprano has made her one of contemporary folk music's premier vocalists.

Magi-Whirl 2013 to Benefit Bishop Ireton, Ring 50

The magic show takes place April 6 at Bishop Ireton’s theater.

Folk Singer Anne Hills to Perform in West End (VIDEO)

Hills' soprano has made her one of contemporary folk music's premier vocalists.

'The Croods:' 'Quest for Fire' Meets 'The Simpsons'

Frenetic fun, Stone Age family-style. Three starfish.