Minnesota WebFest
Emerging or unverified festival
Minnesota WebFest is the first film festival in the Upper Midwest dedicated to the web series format, founded in 2017 and focused on showcasing high-quality web entertainment from around the world alongside Minnesota creative talent. It is notable as a member festival of the Web Series World Cup and a program of the Northern Film Alliance, giving it a recognized place in the web-series festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
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