Welcome to The Fresh Coast. A documentary film festival celebrating the outdoor lifestyle, water-rich environment and resilient spirit of the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest.

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Ticket Options

4 days • 6 film venues • 13 outdoor tours • 80+ films • Endless inspiration

Patron Pass

$179

Weekend Pass

$79

Day Pass

$39

Student Weekend Pass

$29

2023 Staff Picks

When Hope Breaks Through

Directed by Matthew Wagner

Pioneers

Directed by Chris Parr

Winter's Eve

Directed by Max Lowe

Watershed Warriors

Directed by Wade Balsamo, Thomas Balsamo

A Two Hearted Tale

Directed by Rory K. McHarg & Bret Miller

The Fresh Coast Film Festival is the first of its kind: a documentary film festival celebrating the outdoor lifestyle, water-rich environment and resilient spirit of the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest. The festival will gather the best in environmental and cultural filmmaking from around the world while creating a venue for, and building a culture of, Great Lakes storytelling.

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Get Involved

Submit A Film

We're looking for outdoor and adventure films based in the Midwest. Learn more about our submission process.

I have a Film

Sponsorship

Whether you'd like to be in the opening credits, have a banner at the film, or bring your own ideas, we have many sponsorship partnerships available.

I'll Sponsor

Volunteer

We couldn't make all this happen without the help of many volunteers. We're looking for enthusiastic people to help sell tickets, coordinate events, and spread the good word.

I Can Help