Midwest FurFest (Official) @furfest Channel on Telegram

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This channel is for everyone interested in important events and announcements related to Midwest FurFest.

Midwest FurFest (Official) (English)

Are you a fan of furry culture? Do you enjoy attending events that celebrate this unique community? Look no further, because the Midwest FurFest (Official) Telegram channel is here to keep you updated on all the important events and announcements related to the Midwest FurFest! Whether you are a seasoned furry convention attendee or someone looking to dip their toes into this fascinating subculture, this channel is perfect for you. Stay in the loop with all the latest news, special guests, panel discussions, and more. Join a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for furry fandom. Don't miss out on any of the excitement - join the Midwest FurFest (Official) Telegram channel today and be a part of something truly special!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

15 Dec, 01:14


Still looking to commemorate that successful Heist?

Our con store is now open!
Here, you can find our 2024 convention t-shirt, polos and other items:

https://ow.ly/CcNw50UrgH0

Midwest FurFest (Official)

13 Dec, 21:07


🏨 Attendees! 🏨
Did you receive a survey from the hotel you stayed with for FurFest?
Please take a moment to fill this survey out!
Survey responses are helpful for our hotel partners, and we sure appreciate taking the time to fill it out!
πŸ’•

Midwest FurFest (Official)

09 Dec, 17:48


Misplaced something at-con?
Don’t lose your (fursuit) head!

Lost & Found can be reached at [email protected]

Midwest FurFest (Official)

09 Dec, 00:30


The Heist is over, and it's time for our Culprits to celebrate their hard work! Pack your suitcases for Midwest FurFest 2025, Villainous Vacation!
Join us December 4th - 7th for a change in latitude with our Guests of Honor: Chervil, Joaquin Baldwin, Kitchiki, and Scurrow!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

09 Dec, 00:20


You want the NUMBERS?
Our Closing Ceremony count:

Midwest FurFest 2024 has raised $136,000 for our charity, the Street Dog Coalition!

Thank you to our 16,800 attendees.
We wouldn't be who we are without each other. ❀️🦝

Midwest FurFest (Official)

08 Dec, 20:22


Due to road closures and traffic in Rosemont, shuttle runs to Target and the fashion outlets will end all drop-offs and pickups at 3:30PM. After 3:30PM, attendees will have to find their own way back to the hotel and convention center. We apologize for the short notice! #FurFest

Midwest FurFest (Official)

08 Dec, 04:25


Watch tonight’s dance LIVE:
https://ow.ly/XvAs50Un1Jf

Midwest FurFest (Official)

08 Dec, 00:49


Tonight’s Dispatch from the Shuttle Network:

Due to an event (HOCKEY! πŸ’ ) at the Allstate Arena, we may experience slight delays. We appreciate your patience!

Don’t forget; let’s treat our drivers with kindness & gratitude! It’s our GOAL(πŸ₯…) that everyone has a great night.

Midwest FurFest (Official)

08 Dec, 00:44


All artists who signed up with us for the Artist Alley on Sunday have a seat! Come get checked in with us at 9:30AM Sunday!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

08 Dec, 00:27


Hey attendees, Schedule Alert:
πŸ“£
Tomorrow, the Dealers Den ends at -3pm- NOT 4pm, like the back of your badges say.
Someone heisted our watch 🫣

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 23:54


It's a head-to-head battle of improvised dance skills! Come cheer on the best in this thrilling showdown at Floor Wars!
6pm on Main Stage!

https://www.youtube.com/live/G34XQ70JcOk?si=UkTGCFYm_XwBIwSj

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 19:59


🚨 2023 Sponsors! 🚨
Reminder: your additional swag from last year is available at the VIP swag pickup table. Stop on by!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 18:52


Attendees! Be on the lookout in the DESCC for MF Raccoon! Rumor has it he has something up his sleeve.... 🦝

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 16:43


The raccoon syndicate made a few of the 25th anniversary bills floating around extra ✨shiny✨ under UV light. Want to get your paws on one? Visit our charity 'The Street Dog Coalition' in the Dealers Den with at least a $10 donation! Supplies limited!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 16:02


Remember to visit the Art Show today in Room 4 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to cast your vote for best in show - and bid one of our over 1000 pieces from more than 120 Artists!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 16:01


The heist is on, and you're invited! Registration is now open, so let's get this party started.

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 04:08


The Friday night dance is live!

https://www.mixcloud.com/MidwestFurFest/

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 02:17


Some clarification for the evening! ✨

No ID checks will be required for dances. However, a badge is required to enter!

Dances are all ages until midnight; After midnight, no minors will be admitted!

Party tiiiime!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Dec, 01:07


All artists that signed up with us for the Saturday Alley have a seat! Come get checked in with us at 9:30AM Saturday!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

06 Dec, 04:19


The Thursday night dance has begun! Join/listen in to the live stream:

https://t.co/KF7t2qkOEB

Midwest FurFest (Official)

06 Dec, 02:50


We’re dealing with a slight badge printing delay; but rest assured if you are in line before Registration closes tonight, we will get you registered! 🫑

Midwest FurFest (Official)

06 Dec, 00:12


As our weekend commences, keep in mind our Bag Policy for the Dance:

Clear, see-through bags are permitted into the dance. Lockers will be provided near the grand hallway for those who need to store additional belongings.
Individual exceptions for medical items may be made!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

05 Dec, 23:31


Dearest Attendees and Heist Cohorts:
A reminder that Thursday evening events DO NOT require badged entry!
Please do remember to keep your I.D. on you if entering anywhere with 18+ admittance!
Thank you ❀️

Midwest FurFest (Official)

05 Dec, 21:05


Hey everyone! Exciting news – registration for Sponsors and Shiny Sponsors is officially open! πŸŽ‰

Midwest FurFest (Official)

05 Dec, 19:41


No room can fully contain all the masterminds at Furfest! Be sure to arrive to your favorite panel on time to secure your spot!

https://mff2024.sched.com/

Midwest FurFest (Official)

05 Dec, 17:24


Note: Please do not line up in the Convention Center main space for Registration prior to opening!
Our registration department has a queuing plan within the hall.

We're very VERY excited to see you! However, we also don't want you to stress about camping out early. ❀️

Midwest FurFest (Official)

05 Dec, 17:01


Looking to stash your loot?
FurFest has coat checks and lockers for YOU!

Coat check can be found in the Convention Center Friday-Saturday 9AM to 8PM, and Sunday 9AM to 6PM.

Lockers will be available at the HRO ground floor Thursday 8PM to 3AM, and Friday-Sunday 9PM to 3AM!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

05 Dec, 15:25


The Heist is on! Registration opens at 3PM for Sponsors and Shiny Sponsors, at 5PM for Pre-Registered Attendees, and at 7PM for everyone!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

03 Dec, 18:07


Heading to Midwest FurFest 2024? We’ve got you covered with convenient shuttle services starting Dec 5! Check out all the details and plan your getaway:

ow.ly/g2lA50Uk4Zj

Midwest FurFest (Official)

02 Dec, 23:11


Ready or not, the Heist is here and we need every bit of The Family to help!
Volunteer applications are open. Check out the perks for helping out and even our new FAQ section!

Once again this year we are offering panelists 3x credits for their panel times on the volunteer reward track.

https://ow.ly/Gk1x50UjvPJ

Midwest FurFest (Official)

26 Nov, 22:14


Are you thinking of attending FurFest 2024, but would like to request disability accommodations for the convention? MFF Accessibility Services is here to help!

https://ow.ly/6imu50Ugfj8

Midwest FurFest (Official)

24 Nov, 20:13


The Hyatt has reviewed the raccoon syndicate's suggestions and picked out two honorary heist cocktails for the weekend.
Congratulations DrTrapezoid for Pineapple Plunder and LemonchiVR for Striped Thief Berry Ractail (which will have a non-alcoholic twist). These drinks will be available at the Hyatt bar with a portion going to our charity!
πŸΉπŸ§‰πŸΉ

Midwest FurFest (Official)

21 Nov, 04:07


Remember: your donations for the MFF Charity Auctions can help The Street Dog Coalition care for the pets of unhoused people! Show-and-tell us your artwork or other items up for bids by going to: https://www.furfest.org/charity/auction. Then, don't forget to bring them by the Street Dog table in the Dealers Den on Friday, 12/6 (or Con Ops the day before).

Midwest FurFest (Official)

17 Nov, 02:22


Roll up the blueprints and stash away the spoils of your heist, the FurFest 2024 DJ Lineup is here!
Are you ready to party? We’re ready to party!!!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

16 Nov, 03:14


As we near the FurFest Heist, our master planners want to introduce our Dealers Den Timed Entry.
Read more about our system to ease the stress of an unending first-day line, and get ready to be wowed by our incredible Dealers!

https://ow.ly/qrOq50U8otx

Midwest FurFest (Official)

12 Nov, 19:19


Guess what?
There are TWO ✌️ weeks left to pre-register for Midwest FurFest 2024!

Make sure you RSVP for your spot in the heist (and save $10) by pre-registering online!

https://ow.ly/MWf950U3ZVp

Midwest FurFest (Official)

04 Nov, 19:20


Floor Wars entries close in ONE (1) WEEK!
If you're itching to show off your stuff in a premier 2v2 dance tournament, head to the link below and sign up!
If you're itching because fleas, we can't help you.
🦝

https://ow.ly/VOWt50TYVVg

Midwest FurFest (Official)

04 Nov, 00:39


If you would like to request ASL interpreters for a panel at FurFest, please make your request(s) as soon as possible to allow our teams to properly coordinate!

As a reminder, all MAIN EVENTS will have an ASL interpreter. Check SCHED first and then email us at [email protected] to make ASL requests.
https://mff2024.sched.com/

Midwest FurFest (Official)

03 Nov, 20:05


Masterminds, the Big Plans are unveiled...
Sneak a peek and plan your heist!
Check out the full schedule at ow.ly/thKH50TYSZJ
🦝

Midwest FurFest (Official)

31 Oct, 15:04


Get your shopping bags ready, here is the 2024 Dealers Den!

πŸŽ‰πŸ›οΈπŸŽ‰

We are all excited to meet these 242 talented creators, and explore their incredible wares!

This year’s layout features improved walking spaces in high popularity areas.
Check out the map on our website and pre-plan your experience, or stop by the large printed map available in the hall!

https://www.furfest.org/vendors/dealers

Midwest FurFest (Official)

30 Oct, 21:15


The Heist is drawing near…
🦝🦝🦝
Pre-registration ends on November 26!
Register now to save $10 and secure your spot in the crew:
ow.ly/Xvfq50TWKxq

Midwest FurFest (Official)

28 Oct, 16:38


BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE;
If you have not guaranteed your room with a credit card, you now have LESS THAN 24 HOURS to do so! Please seek out our emails (and check your junk/spam for anything from [email protected]) so there is NO REGRETTI.

Midwest FurFest (Official)

28 Oct, 16:38


‼️Room Availability Alert!‼️
A number of hotel rooms in the FurFest room block across ALL partner hotels will be available TOMORROW, Tuesday, October 29! Make sure to check periodically- they will not all release at once!
Follow the Find a Room link at https://ow.ly/1syj50TUBjM

Midwest FurFest (Official)

27 Oct, 16:08


Artists!
A reminder! πŸ“…
Marketplace Applications close October 31st!
If you're looking to apply to the Artist Marketplace, head to https://ow.ly/ENLV50TU0LF

Midwest FurFest (Official)

24 Oct, 23:27


Want to help our 2024 charity, The Street Dog Coalition, care for the pets of unhoused people?
Donate artwork, apparel, games or other unique items for the MFF Live and Silent Charity Auctions!
To learn more, or submit an item, head on over to
furfest.org/charity/auction

Midwest FurFest (Official)

22 Oct, 01:33


🏨 ❗
Our Hotel Bookings link is now LIVE to non-lottery participants!

Remember to check back periodically for room availability.
https://ow.ly/82gT50TQn4g

Midwest FurFest (Official)

21 Oct, 22:29


The last three years at Floor Wars we challenged dancers individually, this year we’ll be bringing back one of our most loved challenges in a 2v2 format…

🎲🎰FREESTYLE ROULETTE 🎰🎲

Get your partner, get your creativity but get ready for a twist πŸ˜‡πŸ˜ˆ

https://www.furfest.org/events/floor-wars

Midwest FurFest (Official)

20 Oct, 23:54


Art Show applications are now open!
Please visit ow.ly/nMZ050TO2Z9 to review the rules and submit your application.
If you have already registered for the convention please have your confirmation number available.

Midwest FurFest (Official)

18 Oct, 18:20


Lottery Confirmation Emails are out!!!
πŸ“’β€ΌοΈπŸ“’β€ΌοΈπŸ“’
Please confirm your reservations (you will see an email from [email protected]), and secure your room with a credit card!
This must be done before 11:59pm CST October 28th! Do not forgetti or you will regretti.

Midwest FurFest (Official)

12 Oct, 23:25


*descends from a hole in the ceiling tiles on a rope*
Pssst, Hotel Lottery entrants:
We will begin sending lottery results out the evening of Monday, October 14th.
All results should be sent out by the end of that night!

*is yoinked back into the rafters*🦝

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Oct, 20:51


🎨 Hey Artists! 🎨
Applications for the Artist Marketplace are now open through October 31st at midnight.

Log in to your account at ow.ly/6rQl50TFbpW and click the green Marketplace button to get started!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

05 Oct, 04:06


🦝🏨 HOTEL ADDITION ALERT 🏨🦝
The Courtyard Chicago O'Hare is now available as a hotel in our Room Lottery!
If you (or your group leader) would like to add this choice, you can make this edit to your lottery entry on your homepage here: ow.ly/ej9X50TEKJF

Midwest FurFest (Official)

04 Oct, 21:45


🚨 REMINDER 🚨
The Midwest Furfest 2024 Hotel Lottery ends TOMORROW AT 11:59pm CDT!
Get those entries in: ow.ly/KTSk50TEEAe

Midwest FurFest (Official)

03 Oct, 22:58


The Street Dogs are back! MFF is excited to announce that The Street Dog Coalition will return as this year’s charity! In 2022, your generosity provided more than $110,000 to help care for the pets of unhoused people in the Chicago area, and were thrilled to expand on that!

https://ow.ly/fw4Z50TCsFF

Midwest FurFest (Official)

30 Sep, 22:09


The room lottery is open!
Are you already registered and looking to enter the room lottery? Links to the room lottery can be accessed at https://ow.ly/sBlY50Tzyxz

You will also receive an email with a link when you register; this is just another option!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

30 Sep, 01:01


After a lot of hard work behind the scenes, our Attendee Room (and Suite) lottery is ready to kick off Monday, September 30th at 5pm CDT!
The lottery will be open until Saturday, October 5th at 11:59pm.
We cannot thank you enough for the patience, and we're excited to see you!

Midwest FurFest (Official)

23 Sep, 16:09


Midwest Furry Fandom, Inc. is happy to welcome FuzzyFin as the chair for Midwest FurFest 2025!
She has been a part of the convention in various roles for eight years and has been a corporate Board member for the last two years.
Congratulations! πŸŽ‰

Midwest FurFest (Official)

11 Sep, 21:14


Think you've got what it takes to go head-to-head at Dance Comp? Our Fursuit Dance Competition Applications are OPEN!

Head to the link below to apply- our application process is open through Sunday November 25th, 2024 at 12:00 AM EST

https://ow.ly/OKvq50TkIn0

Midwest FurFest (Official)

11 Sep, 00:58


🦝 FurFest 2024 DJ Submissions are now open! 🦝
Looking to show off your stuff? Head to the link below!
Submissions close October 14th!

https://ow.ly/3LN250TkIgK

Midwest FurFest (Official)

16 Aug, 01:01


🦝🦝🦝 Time to plot and scheme for a HEIST- Registration for Midwest FurFest 2024 is now open!

Head to the link below to register:

https://ow.ly/ocYB50SYXuC

Midwest FurFest (Official)

15 Aug, 23:00


Guess what? The heist is on!
Pre-registration for Midwest Furfest 2024 is opening at 8PM CT tonight!
A valid registration will be required to enter our hotel lottery, opening in the next few weeks. 🦝🦝🦝

Midwest FurFest (Official)

08 Aug, 17:19


Don't forget, Performance Submissions also close in ONE DAY!
Don't miss your chance to show your talent and wow the crowd at FurFest, head to the link below to apply:
https://ow.ly/9tpH50SPIYu

Midwest FurFest (Official)

08 Aug, 17:18


Panel Submissions close in ONE DAY!
Make sure you've submitted your awesome panel ideas!
Haven't done so yet? Head below:
https://ow.ly/iyjV50SPIVm

Midwest FurFest (Official)

07 Aug, 15:48


Our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Dragoneer, who left such an indisputably formative mark on our fandom. May he rest in peace.
Please take care of each other.