10th Annual DC Web Fest
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The 10th Annual DC Web Fest in Washington, D.C. is a virtual edition of the DC Web and Digital Media Festival, founded in 2013 to celebrate innovative new-media storytelling. It is notable for spotlighting the intersection of entertainment and technology and for presenting a broad range of digital work, including web series, short films, podcasts, VR/AR, games, apps, and related screenwriting. The festival has significance in the film festival circuit as a prominent venue for emerging digital creators and indie voices, with a mission to entertain, educate, and promote modern forms of screen-based storytelling.[1][2][4][6]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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- 10 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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