The Midwest Awards
​The Midwest Awards celebrates the storytellers, dreamers, and creators shaping the culture of our region. Join us in St. Louis for an evening that honors talent, elevates voices, and reminds the world that greatness doesn’t only come from the coasts.
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first award show coming in 2027
St. Louis has never seen a red carpet like this.
A night where celebrities, artists, filmmakers, and local businesses come together to celebrate not only film, but the unstoppable rise of Midwest culture. This isn’t an event you can buy your way into. It's an exclusive space where our guests, from Hollywood names to homegrown leaders, can connect freely and witness the new era being born right here.
This movement is bigger than St. Louis. With the $150 million film studio now based in Chesterfield and the newly passed film tax incentives, Missouri is igniting an industry that will reshape the creative economy of the Midwest. We’re creating jobs, opportunities, and momentum — employing local talent first, building infrastructure that keeps our artists here, and giving our people the chance to grow and give back to their own communities.
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The Midwest Awards marks the beginning of a renaissance for film, art, and innovation in America’s heartland. What starts in St. Louis will ripple across the region, bringing together the best of the Midwest to honor our creativity, our culture, and the power of what we’re building together.
BECOME A MEMBER
Do you want your voice to be considered and heard in the art and culture of the Midwest? For the first time EVER, you can become a member of the MWA. Fill out the form with your basic information and your social media pages. if you qualify, we will contact you to begin Phase One.
For inquiries, partnerships, or sponsorships, feel free to reach out to us. We are here to assist you in any way possible.