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• The Midwest Film Festival 2026: Midwest Royale

  • Start
    Wed, July 22, 2026
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    6:30 PM
  • End
    Sat, July 25, 2026
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    11:00 PM
  • Location
    The Event Center at Rivers Casino Des Plaines (3000 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018) & Ramova Theatre (3520 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60609)

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  The Midwest Film Festival launches its 2026 season, Midwest Royale, with a high-profile Opening Night at The Event Center at Rivers Casino—setting the tone for one of its most elevated seasons to date.

  A full-scale celebration of cinema, culture, and community, Midwest Royale builds on more than two decades of championing Midwest storytelling. Opening Night features a red-carpet premiere, curated screenings, filmmaker appearances, and a VIP kickoff reception bringing together artists, industry leaders, and Chicago’s creative community.

  As Midwest filmmakers continually gain national recognition, the festival remains a key platform for discovery and visibility - serving as an early spotlight for work that moves on to broader industry attention.

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