Do you need an ASL interpreter at a panel? Please email [email protected] with your panel ASL request by November 19th! Find the panel schedule at: https://ow.ly/VH2c50XoPmX

There are still a few days left to mix up some mischief for our vacationing villains! 🍸🍹🏴‍☠️ Submit your villain-themed cocktail or mocktail recipe, and you can win a FurFest t-shirt and have your recipe featured at the Hyatt! Enter here forms.office.com/r/6BAw9qMCtx

🚨 Dealers! 🚨 Reminder that Table Payments and TOS Agreement are now due! ⏰ Cutoff is 14-November 11:59pm CDT ⏰ Missing this cutoff will forfeit your Application, and your table(s) will be sold to the next Dealer on the waitlist! Don't Delay!

Did you know? MFF provides ASL interpretation for all major events. That includes: - Opening Ceremonies - Dance Competition - Neo Futurists - Floor Wars - Closing Ceremonies If you use ASL, you don’t have to miss the big stuff!

ONE MONTH! For those who didn't know, I'll be a Guest of Honor at @furfest.org this year! I'll be doing a bunch of panels and selling the first ever signed/doodled editions of Feral Flame. Who am I gonna see there?

Midwest FurFest is proud to partner with NERDterpreter again this year to provide ASL services! 🤟 Our interpreters are experienced with furry/sci-fi cons, and ready to support you throughout the weekend. If you need ASL during the con, stay tuned for more information!

Calling all Evil Mixologists: we need YOUR help crafting the most diabolically delicious cocktail for our Villainous Vacation! 🍸🍹🏴‍☠️ Submit your villain-themed cocktail or mocktail recipe and you can win an MFF t-shirt and have your recipe featured at the Hyatt. Enter here: https://ow.ly/FtGl50XmT19

Think you’ve got what it takes to rise to the top at Floor Wars? Sign up to compete below! Sign-ups are open until 11am CDT, November 23 🦝 https://ow.ly/qqFn50XmqQ0

This year, FurFest has more Programming & Live Performances than ever before-- We've even expanded programming to begin Thursday night! Want to know what's on? Visit below for the up-to-date listing of everything happening this year at MFF! 🦝 midwestfurfest2025.sched.com

🎨 Hey Artists! 🎨 Make sure to remember to register for Marketplace! Applications are open through TOMORROW 11:59pm 🎃

Your vacation is almost here, and there's less than ONE MONTH to pre-register! There are even a few sponsorships available for you to snag before they sell out. Register online through November 25th to secure your ticket to paradise 🌴 https://ow.ly/EKlE50Xi7hy

Did you submit a panel or live performance application? Emails have gone out to all applicants regardless of outcome (check your junk mail just in case)! If you haven't received an email, please email us at [email protected] and we will confirm the outcome of your application!

Midwest FurFest is excited to welcome back MCP Rescue & Outreach as our 2025 Charity! Mission Compassion Paw has helped hundreds of dogs and families with rescue and humanitarian efforts! Read more about our charity and their awesome mission: https://ow.ly/ar1W50Xi6WP

🎨 Hey Artists! 🎨 Looking to claim a spot in our Artist Marketplace? We’re OPEN NOW for applications! While the Artist Alley also runs throughout the con weekend, the Marketplace is a surefire way to guarantee a table. APPLY HERE: https://ow.ly/HNO150XfXqS

Reminder that today is the LAST DAY for DJ applications! If you still haven’t uploaded yours; GOGOGOGO!

🌴 VACATION UPDATE 🌴 Registration for our younger attendees is now open! We thank you for your patience 🦝 ow.ly/bmWF50X2o4n

Booking is now OPEN for non-lottery applicants for the Midwest FurFest 2025 hotel block! Rooms regularly become available as people change and edit their travel plans, so check back often! ow.ly/UYeh50X130k

The FurFest Transit System is a network of 12+ buses serving our partner hotels from Thursday afternoon to Sunday night for free! Stops include Target and the Fashion Outlets of Chicago Mall. More info & route maps: ow.ly/Hn9V50WZI7n

🏨 HOTELS REMINDER! 🏨 Today is the LAST DAY to guarantee your room with a credit card. You have until 11:59pm central but what if you did it right now instead? We think that would be really cool and good. Extra points if you've already done it!

🏨 HOTELS REMINDER! 🏨 Tomorrow (September 18th) is the FINAL DAY for you to confirm your hotel reservation! All reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card no later than 11:59pm Central. Check your email! Do not forget!!

Attendees: Always be wary of possible scammers for hotel rooms! The Midwest FurFest Room Lottery does not ask for a deposit, so no reimbursement should be made to someone offering to transfer a room. Suites also should not be transferred under any circumstance. Stay Vigilant! 🫡

We are now ✨OPEN✨ for Panel and Live Performance Submissions!! From now until 11:59pm September 30th you can submit your ideas. Bring your most creative collaboration, most fun-filled meetup, most melodic performance, and apply below: ow.ly/ChtC50WWn6X

DJs, it's TIME! Looking to perform on stage, and bring everyone together with your musical talents? We are now OPEN for DJ Submissions! ✨✨✨ Submissions are open through October 10th. Don't miss your chance! ow.ly/4yGz50WRB3G

We are now OPEN for Dance Competition Sign-Ups! Think you've got what it takes? Head to the link below! Sign-up is open through November 24th. 🦝🪩🦝 ow.ly/74VB50WRB1V

🎉 Dealer’s Den update: We’re ahead of schedule! Approval emails for 2025 apps are coming soon!! 🎉 📬 Check your status by logging into your account. Hotel lottery withdrawals help others — more info on the site! Thanks for your patience—2025 is gonna be BIG! 🦝🦝🦝

FurFest Fun Fact 🔎 The Staybridge Suites king suites have kitchenettes with a full-size refrigerator/freezer! These are the top half of the 9-story building shared with the Holiday Inn, and some rooms have an expansive view of the runways of O’Hare Airport (great for aviation fans) ✈️

FurFest Fun Fact 🔎 The Comfort Inn Convention Center changed to The Spark by Hilton Des Plaines Chicago O'Hare just this week! They have made big renovations to their sleeping rooms as part of the change. 😎

It’s the final day to enter the 2025 Room Lottery! Remember to submit your entry by 11:59pm CDT, and good luck to all 🎉 ow.ly/Zm5Z50WIYPu

FurFest Fun Fact! 🔎 The hotel rooms in the Marriott Suites are the largest available in our partner hotels (Hyatt suites notwithstanding). Their King Parlor Suite sleeps 5 (king bed + double sofa bed + queen Murphy bed)! The king bed is separated from the rest of the suite with a door.

FurFest Fun Fact 🔎 The Aloft and the Crowne Plaza are within easy walking distance to the Fashion Outlets of Chicago mall (and food court!) as well as the Parkway Bank Park, which features numerous restaurants including Fogo de Chao, Crust Brewing (pizza and craft beer), and more.!

Hooray! We snagged some extra time for Vacation Planning! The attendee lottery deadline is being extended 24 hours - you now have until 11:59 PM CDT on Wednesday, August 20th to get your entry submitted 🎉 www.furfest.org/attend/hotel...

FurFest Fun Fact! 🔎 The FurFest Transit System is a network of 12+ buses serving our partner hotels from Thursday afternoon to Sunday night at no cost to our attendees! Stops also include Target and the Fashion Outlets of Chicago Mall. More info & route maps will be provided soon!

Good morning! We opened the hotel lottery last night!

The FurFest 2025 Room Lottery is OPEN until 11:59 CDT August 19th! Reminder: Take your time! Make sure to read everything! The speed in which you enter the lottery does not dictate your standing. Please visit the link to read more, and enter: (Good Luck💖) www.furfest.org/attend/hotel...

Flight Delay Notice: The Hotel Lottery will begin at 8pm CDT TOMORROW, rather than noon! We needed a few more business hours to score you 🎉 MORE HOTELS! 🎉 In the meantime, sit back, grab a snack, and familiarize yourself with our Hotel Lottery ow.ly/FIJK50WCP9X

We have an offer for you... will you accept? www.furfest.org/help/staff

Dealers Applications close TONIGHT! THIS evening at 11:59pm CDT! The day we’re in right now!👇 Don’t forget to apply: ow.ly/zBTt50WCpXW

DEALERS: Reminder this ends TOMORROW at 11:59pm! We’re excited to review those applications!!

The plans are in motion for a Villainous Vacation, and every good (uh...evil?) vacation package includes LODGING! The Midwest FurFest 2025 Room Lottery will begin 12pm CDT on Tuesday, August 12th. Our room lottery will end at 11:59pm Tuesday, August 19th. Learn more & view our FAQ: ow.ly/2nae50WB5ai

We have an offer for you... will you accept? www.furfest.org/help/staff

Our Dealers Den is now ✅ OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS! ✅ The applications will be open until August 9th, 11:59pm CDT! Head to the link below to apply, and good luck to all applicants 💕 ow.ly/3h0G50WxGwG

🏖️ Dig out those passports; your Villainous Vacation awaits! 🏝️ Step one on the ~Eeevil Plan~ for a weekend of fun? Registration! ow.ly/TUQU50WxGq7

📣 Dealers! If you applied this evening, please take a moment to make sure your application has any table images properly uploaded (a clickable download). We had a bug, we squashed the bug, and we want to make sure your application is exactly how you want it! 🐛

Our Dealers Den is now ✅ OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS! ✅ The applications will be open until August 9th, 11:59pm CDT! Head to the link below to apply, and good luck to all applicants 💕 ow.ly/3h0G50WxGwG

🏖️ Dig out those passports; your Villainous Vacation awaits! 🏝️ Step one on the ~Eeevil Plan~ for a weekend of fun? Registration! ow.ly/TUQU50WxGq7

🚨 DEALERS! 🚨 Applications open for YOU 🫵 at this same time, 5pm CDT, on July 30th! Learn more about our den here: www.furfest.org/vendors/deal...

✈️ Midwest FurFest Travel Advisory: 🏝️ Registration for your Villainous Vacation starts on July 30th, at 5pm CDT! At this time, we will be accepting registration for all Adults, with more information on Minor (17 & under) registration coming later. Learn more at: www.furfest.org/attend/regis...

Midwest FurFest is excited to welcome our newest elected board members, Blithe, Kuna, and Tauvix! We also extend our deepest gratitudes to our departing board member, Vince, for his many years of dedication and time.

Hey 2024 Attendees: We’re sending out IRS donation receipts this evening. If your membership was over $75, and you have a US mailing address, this is for YOU! 🫵 This will be from Midwest Furry Fandom, & have an attached pdf. It’s not sus!!! Questions? Email [email protected]

Hey, @furfest.org folks, 2022's charity Live Like Roo has a $50K Donation match up until January 1st. So far, they only have $4K. How about seeing if the fandom can get that maxed out? #MidwestFurfest #Furry #Charity donorbox.org/50-000-match...