The Women Make Movies Film Festival is a two-day event held in Chicago, Illinois, that celebrates and amplifies the voices of women and gender-expansive filmmakers. The festival features screenings, panels, and community engagement, with a focus on bold, independent cinema. It offers various awards, including the Trailblazer Award and Audience Choice Award, and accepts submissions from women, nonbinary, and gender-expansive filmmakers in multiple categories. The event is organized by YD Productions LLC and has been running for four years, with the most recent edition taking place in May 2026 at Kinowerks.