Palace Danbury to Present Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival

From The Palace Danbury:

On Friday, June 17, The Palace Danbury will present the Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival, showcasing the best bike travel films by professional and amateur filmmakers from around the world.

Now in it's seventh year, this is the first time Cicilismo will travel to Connecticut. The festival is the only one in the U.S. to feature films specifically about two-wheeled travel, and it has gained a huge following over the years.

There's something for everyone at this year's festival, and ones doesn't need to be a cyclist to enjoy these tales of adventure. The festival goes all over the world in search of interesting journeys, from from Cuba to Spain to Germany and beyond. The Palace Danbury is proud to present this one of a kind event.

In addition to the films, there will be plenty of door prizes and giveaways plus the opportunity to meet and mingle with members of the cycling community, local bike shops, armchair adventurers and independent film fans.

For more than 20 years, Ciclismo Travel has been sharing its passion for immersive bicycle tours across Italy, France, Spain, Austria and New England. Its Bike Across France Tour was recently honored as a National Geographic Traveler "Tour of a Lifetime."

The Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival is a selection of the Hearst Media Film Club. The festival will take place at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $15 in advance and $20 the night of the the show. Tickets may be ordered by phone voa (203) 794-9944, online through the Palace Danbury website or at the door, starting at 7 p.m.

The Palace Danbury is located at 165 Main St. Free parking is readily available for theater patrons in the parking lot behind the building.