The Midwest Film Festival proudly presents its 2026 season, “Midwest Royale,” an expansive celebration of cinema, culture and community. This landmark year honors more than two decades of the festival’s commitment to championing regional storytelling and elevating local creative talent. The season officially launches on May 31 at the Chicago Cultural Center with the Midwest Film Fair and the Best of the Midwest Winners Showcase. This opening event will feature screenings of the 2025 award-winning films alongside the highly anticipated announcement of the 2026 Best of the Midwest Awards (BMA) nominees.

Midwest Film Festival
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Details
- Event website:
- www.midwestfilm.com/pages/home/1.php
- Address
- Various locations throughout Chicago
- Chicago
Dates and times
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