The .ME Registry  announced today that Montenegro will host the opening of the 2011 WebFest, Eastern Europe’s largest Internet conference.

“Webfest.me runs September 22th-24th in Budva, Montenegro

“World recognized speakers and experts from the region and discussions will be conducted about the use of the Internet on global and regional level, the content and business opportunities.”

“The annual festival and conference is the region’s effort at raising public awareness about the widespread value of Web technology, breakthroughs, communication and the ever-growing efforts of Internet entrepreneurs. It will highlight some of the most encouraging progress being made in project development with the goal of providing community education on how to best use the Internet in everyday life.”

“The first Web Fest was held in 2007 when a group of Internet enthusiasts and technology lovers highlighted the efforts of the daring souls whose successful projects were being launched on the Web. The festival has consistently grown larger over the years, drawing the attention and participation of authors, artists, businessmen, educationalists, scientists and even actors. One of the biggest points of interest is the submission of new and innovative Internet projects for award consideration. The awards are set to be broadcast live at the event’s closing. Submission categories are still being structured, but are likely to include awards for projects such as information delivery, business use, personal use and blogging.:

Since Web Fest began, 5,000 websites and Internet projects have competed for the international limelight during the festival. To learn more about Web Fest or how to submit a contest entry, visit http://www.webfest.me. You can also visit Web Fest on Facebook at http://www.fb.me/wfest.