# Event Details - **Event Name**: Chicago IndieCon 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: Chicago IndieCon is an exclusive gathering for passionate individuals in the indie film industry to meet & share their upcoming projectsAbout this Event? Chicago IndieCon 2026Independent Film • Acting • Industry Access? Festival Dates: February 21–22, 2026? Location: Hollywood Blvd Cinema | Woodridge, ILChicago IndieCon is a filmmaker-first independent film convention celebrating storytelling, performance, and real industry access. Now in its 3rd year, IndieCon brings together filmmakers, actors, casting professionals, and industry leaders for two days of screenings, panels, showcases, and networking.Below are featured programming highlights included with festival admission.? IndieCon Actors Spotlight60-Second Monologue Competition – 1/21Actors and actresses perform a 1-minute monologue LIVE on a theater stage in front of:? Casting Directors? Filmmakers?️ Producers? A real festival audience? Prizes awarded to the winnerThis is a live showcase designed to give actors visibility, experience, and opportunity — not a guaranteed audition.?️ Finding Your Voice in Film, Television & Beyond – 1/21An interactive discussion exploring voice-over and music composition careers in film, television, and beyond, with audience participation.Moderator:Johnny “Koolout” Starks – Actor, radio personality, host (Tom Joyner Cruise)Panelists:• Rob “Diggy” Morrison – International film & TV composer, Grammy-recognized, Chief Composer (The Family Business)• Craig J. Harris –– Voice of Lt. Jackson “Jax” Briggs (Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance)– Producer (Hoarders, Chicago ER, First 48: Missing Persons)– Stunt Performer (Chicago Fire, Chicago PD, Pr*son Break)? Take It To The Next Level: Before & After – 1/22Indie Film Do’s & Don’ts — what filmmakers need to know before cameras roll and after the film is completed.Featuring industry professionals from:• Kathy Byrne – SAG-AFTRA Chicago, Director of TV/Theatrical• Natasha Parker Olguin – Illinois Film Office• Doreena Towner – Illinois Tax Credit Office• Kelvin Abraham – Distributor, Acquisitions Executive at Filmhub? “White History Month” Screening & Talkback – 1/22A powerful screening followed by an in-depth talkback exploring:• The film itself• The responsibility of Black filmmakers to balance message-driven vs. entertainment-driven storytelling• How and when to lend your name and talent in an ever-changing entertainment landscape without diminishing your brand• Passion vs. Pay — navigating purpose and opportunity in today’s industryModerator:Tyra Martin – Senior Segment Producer, News & Entertainment & Community Affairs, WGN-TVPanelists:• Aaron Wallace – Director / Writer / Producer• Wesley Jonathan – Actor (Sanders)• Sharon King – Producer / Casting Director• Jody Williams – Cinematographer• Natasha Parker Olguin – Producer, Deputy Commissioner, Chicago Film Office? Chicago IndieCon is where actors and filmmakers connect, learn, and take their careers to the next level. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/98a299d0-fe05-11f0-942f-d149ae617f16-rimg-w592-h740-dc010101-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/98d3bbf0-fe05-11f0-97b0-bf8aa747ab8d-rimg-w592-h740-dc010101-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/woodridge/chicago-indiecon-2026/100001980911974039 - **Event Categories**: art, entertainment, theatre, festivals, contests, performances, literary-art, storytelling, it - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 49.87, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Woodridge - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Hollywood Blvd Cinema - **lat**: 41.749238 - **long**: -88.0167 - **full address**: Hollywood Blvd Cinema, 75th Street, Woodridge, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Chicago IndieCon 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/19e4b44de30dcf68b079bec30c6bd17a8347c4c2cf6c459c41525fb5c215fd5f-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc010101-gmir.jpg?v=1769796051 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Chicago IndieCon 2026 being held? - **A:** Chicago IndieCon 2026 takes place on Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Hollywood Blvd Cinema, 75th Street, Woodridge, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Chicago IndieCon 2026? - **A:** Ticket prices for Chicago IndieCon 2026 range from USD 29 to USD 50 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailability2 Day Pass - All Access for Both Days (2 for 1)USD 50 + USD 5 feeAvailableFestival Admission for Saturday February 21stUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableFestival Admission for Sunday February 22ndUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Chicago IndieCon 2026? - **A:** Chicago IndieCon 2026 is organized by Jay Davis. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Chicago IndieCon 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Woodridge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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