Rio Webfest
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Rio Webfest is an annual festival in Rio de Janeiro dedicated to web series and other digital-first formats, and it is widely promoted as one of the largest web series festivals in the world.[2][3][9] It is notable for its free, multi-day program of screenings, talks, workshops, pitching sessions, and industry networking, which has made it a key meeting point for creators and buyers in the online audiovisual sector.[3][7][12]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Cidade das Artes Bibi Ferreira
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2015
Venue
Cidade das Artes Bibi Ferreira
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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