SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2026 FESTIVAL

April 22 - 26, 2026

SAVE THE DATE

April 22-26, 2026

The Minnesota Film Festival (MFF) shines a light on local films, Indigenous voices, stories from across the midwest, and beyond! Held annually each Spring at the Zeitgeist’s Zinema, MFF brings together film lovers and filmmakers.

MFF champions local talent alongside international films to bridge communities through new perspectives. Throughout the week, guests can look forward to film screenings, post-film conversations with film guests, community events, networking opportunities, parties, and more!

I really loved this festival…The programming was well done, the talks were interesting and engaging, the networking events were fun and the location was amazing…Highly recommend this festival to local and international filmmakers.

Ryan Stopera, Filmmaker

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Film Submission Deadlines

August 29, 2025 – Early Bird Deadline

October 30, 2025 – Regular Deadline

November 28, 2025 – Extended Deadline

December 19, 2025 – Late Deadline

January 30, 2026 – Notification Date

Pitch Submission Deadlines

August 29, 2025 – Early Bird Deadline

October 30, 2025 – Regular Deadline

November 28, 2025 – Extended Deadline

December 19, 2025 – Late Deadline

January 30, 2026 – Notification Date

2025 FUNDERS & PARTNERS

UMFO
Blandin Foundation
Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation
Saint Louis County Minnesota
Blandin Foundation
Northland Special Events
AICHO
MN Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation
Saint Louis County Minnesota
Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation
Twin Ports APIDA Collection
Saint Louis County Minnesota
MN Department of Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation
Saint Louis County Minnesota

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