Midwest FurFest (MFF)
Midwest FurFest is a furry convention held in different cities across USA, since 2000. It has been held 26 times, most often in November.
Midwest FurFest 2026 at a glance
See details- Dates
- 3–6 December 2026
- Location
- Rosemont, Illinois, USA
- Venue
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
- Theme
- Bark to the Future
- Status
- Confirmed
- On Consurf
- 14 going
Getting there
- Venue
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
- Address
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 North River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018, United States of America - See on Maps
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
Venue details are for Midwest FurFest 2026. Earlier venues are listed in the edition history.
Who's going on Consurf
- 14 people have marked Midwest FurFest 2026 as going
- 50% of them also went to an earlier Midwest FurFest
- 2 open room posts
Totals come from public Consurf profiles. Percentages only appear once at least 5 people share them.
About Midwest FurFest
Midwest FurFest is an annual convention which takes place in the west suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. We come together to celebrate the furry fandom, which includes art, literature and performances based around anthropomorphic animals.Midwest FurFest is a production of Midwest Furry Fandom, Inc, a 501(c)3 (non-profit corporation).
Edition by edition
Midwest FurFest 2026
Edition #27Bark to the FutureDonald E. Stephens Convention Center · 3–6 December 2026Midwest FurFest 2025
Edition #26In-person peakVillainous VacationDonald E. Stephens Convention Center · 4–7 December 2025Attendees: 16,925Attendance vs 2024: +1%The biggest in-person edition so far.
Midwest FurFest 2025 · Details
- Charity
- $151,517 Charity vs 2024: +11%
- On Consurf
- 11 attended
The Gator is back… …and he brought friends! Galactic Gator had such a blast at Midwest FurFest 2022 that he just couldn’t stay away. But this time, he’s won’t be alone. He’s invited his entire crew of villainous critters to join him for one unforgettable return to Rosemont, Illinois, as they descend on Midwest FurFest 2025 for a Villainous Vacation!
Midwest FurFest 2024
Edition #25The Great FurFest HeistDonald E. Stephens Convention Center · 5–8 December 2024Attendees: 16,800Attendance vs 2023: +8%Midwest FurFest 2024 · Details
- Charity
- $136,000 Charity vs 2023: -27%
- On Consurf
- 9 attended
Midwest FurFest 2023
Edition #24Snow DaysDonald E. Stephens Convention Center · 30 Nov – 03 Dec 2023Attendees: 15,547Attendance vs 2022: +14%Midwest FurFest 2023 · Details
- Charity
- $185,758 Charity vs 2022: +75%
- On Consurf
- 3 attended
Midwest FurFest 2022
Edition #23HeroesDonald E. Stephens Convention Center · 1–4 December 2022Attendees: 13,641Attendance vs 2021: +46%Midwest FurFest 2022 · Details
- Charity
- $106,284 Charity vs 2021: +43%
- On Consurf
- 3 attended
Midwest FurFest 2021
Edition #22IntergalacticDonald E. Stephens Convention Center · 3–5 December 2021Attendees: 9,332Attendance vs 2019: -15%Midwest FurFest 2021 · Details
- Charity
- $74,303 Charity vs 2019: -67%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
Midwest FurFest 2020
Edition #21- 2010s10 editions
Midwest FurFest 2019
Edition #20New venue · Charity record20 Years of Midwest FurFestDonald E. Stephens Convention Center · 5–8 December 2019Attendees: 11,019It moved to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center from Hyatt Regency O'Hare. $224,704 raised for charity, 142% more than in 2018.
Midwest FurFest 2019 · Details
- Charity
- $224,704 Charity vs 2018: +142%
- On Consurf
- 6 attended
Midwest FurFest 2018
Edition #19Fly The Furry SkiesHyatt Regency O'Hare · 29 Nov – 02 Dec 2018Attendees: 10,989Attendance vs 2017: +25%Midwest FurFest 2018 · Details
- Charity
- $92,794 Charity vs 2017: +9%
- On Consurf
- 7 attended
Midwest FurFest 2017
Edition #18Grimm's Fairy TalesHyatt Regency O'Hare · 30 Nov – 03 Dec 2017Attendees: 8,771Attendance vs 2016: +24%Midwest FurFest 2017 · Details
- Charity
- $85,000 Charity vs 2016: +8%
- On Consurf
- 3 attended
Midwest FurFest 2016
Edition #17Hyatt Regency O'Hare · 1–4 December 2016Attendees: 7,075Attendance vs 2015: +26%Midwest FurFest 2016 · Details
- Charity
- $78,482 Charity vs 2015: +27%
- On Consurf
- 4 attended
Midwest FurFest 2015
Edition #16Hyatt Regency O'Hare · 4–6 December 2015Attendees: 5,606Attendance vs 2014: +23%Midwest FurFest 2015 · Details
- Charity
- $62,021 Charity vs 2014: +97%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
Midwest FurFest 2014
Edition #15Holidays in the CityHyatt Regency O'Hare · 5–7 December 2014Attendees: 4,571Attendance vs 2013: +17%Midwest FurFest 2014 · Details
- Charity
- $31,446 Charity vs 2013: +12%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
Midwest FurFest 2013
Edition #14The Pirates of Lake MichiganHyatt Regency O'Hare · 22–24 November 2013Attendees: 3,904Attendance vs 2012: +21%Midwest FurFest 2013 · Details
- Charity
- $28,000 Charity vs 2012: -31%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
Midwest FurFest 2012
Edition #13IT CAME FROM TV!Hyatt Regency O'Hare · 16–18 November 2012Attendees: 3,216Attendance vs 2011: +24%Midwest FurFest 2012 · Details
- Charity
- $40,500 Charity vs 2011: +107%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
Midwest FurFest 2011
Edition #12Route 66Hyatt Regency O'Hare · 18–20 November 2011Attendees: 2,600Attendance vs 2010: +14%Midwest FurFest 2011 · Details
- Charity
- $19,575 Charity vs 2010: +73%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
Midwest FurFest 2010
Edition #11New cityChicago BluesHyatt Regency O'Hare · 19–21 November 2010Attendees: 2,285Attendance vs 2009: +12%It moved to Rosemont after being held in Wheeling.
Midwest FurFest 2010 · Details
- Charity
- $11,300 Charity vs 2009: -12%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
- 2000s10 editions
Midwest FurFest 2009
Edition #1010 Years of Midwest FurFestThe Westin Chicago North Shore · 20–22 November 2009Attendees: 2,040Attendance vs 2008: +2%Midwest FurFest 2009 · Details
- Charity
- $12,799 Charity vs 2008: -15%
- On Consurf
- 3 attended
Midwest FurFest 2008
Edition #9New cityNorth to AlaskaThe Westin Chicago North Shore · 21–23 November 2008Attendees: 1,992Attendance vs 2007: +18%It moved to Wheeling after being held in Schaumburg.
Midwest FurFest 2008 · Details
- Charity
- $15,000 Charity vs 2007: -1%
- On Consurf
- 2 attended
Midwest FurFest 2007
Edition #8Critters on the High SeasHyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago · 16–18 November 2007Attendees: 1,690Attendance vs 2006: +19%Midwest FurFest 2007 · Details
- Charity
- $15,193 Charity vs 2006: +16%
- On Consurf
- 1 attended
Midwest FurFest 2006
Edition #7County FairHyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago · 17–19 November 2006Attendees: 1,422Attendance vs 2005: +33%Midwest FurFest 2006 · Details
- Charity
- $13,049 Charity vs 2005: +92%
- On Consurf
- 1 attended
Midwest FurFest 2005
Edition #6Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago · 18–20 November 2005Attendees: 1,066Attendance vs 2004: +11%Midwest FurFest 2005 · Details
- Charity
- $6,800 Charity vs 2004: -3%
Midwest FurFest 2004
Edition #5Around the World in 80 DaysHyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago · 19–21 November 2004Attendees: 959Attendance vs 2003: +20%Midwest FurFest 2004 · Details
- Charity
- $7,000 Charity vs 2003: +8%
Midwest FurFest 2003
Edition #4Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago · 21–23 November 2003Attendees: 800Attendance vs 2002: +17%Midwest FurFest 2003 · Details
- Charity
- $6,500 Charity vs 2002: +7%
Midwest FurFest 2002
Edition #3New cityHyatt Regency Schaumburg, Chicago · 22–24 November 2002Attendees: 685Attendance vs 2001: +34%It moved to Schaumburg after being held in Arlington Heights.
Midwest FurFest 2002 · Details
- Charity
- $6,088 Charity vs 2001: -10%
Midwest FurFest 2001
Edition #2Arlington Heights, Illinois, USA · 16–18 November 2001Attendees: 511Attendance vs 2000: +8%Midwest FurFest 2001 · Details
- Charity
- $6,800 Charity vs 2000: +93%
Midwest FurFest 2000
Edition #1First editionArlington Heights, Illinois, USA · 17–19 November 2000Attendees: 473473 attendees over 3 days.
Midwest FurFest 2000 · Details
- Charity
- $3,522
Frequently asked questions
When is Midwest FurFest 2026?
Midwest FurFest 2026 runs on 3–6 December 2026.
Where is Midwest FurFest held?
Midwest FurFest 2026 is held at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, USA. The convention has changed location over the years; see the edition timeline above.
How many people attend Midwest FurFest?
Midwest FurFest 2025 reported 16,925 attendees.
How do I find a roommate for Midwest FurFest?
Mark yourself as going to Midwest FurFest 2026 on Consurf, then open its Rooms tab to find or offer a spot. Ride shares work the same way in the Carpools tab.
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