Free State Festival

June 19-July 3
2027

Free State Festival slate includes new film from acclaimed director

The Lawrence Times: Lawrence invited to revolution at the movies for Free State Festival 2026

FSF26 Lineup Announcement

Kansas City Librarian Speaks on the Power of Books, Empathy, and the Importance of Access

A Mother’s Memory, a Daughter’s Tribute: The Story Behind The Hope Chest Has a Secret Drawer

Returning the Muse: Kirsten Paludan Honors Janis Ian at Free State Fest

The Pitch: Comedian Todd Barry talks animation, adventures, and crowd-work ahead of Friday’s Free State Festival

The Pitch: Legendary performer Swamp Dogg talks ‘Blackgrass’ music ahead of Thursday’s Free State Festival

The Lawrence Times: Panel of Lawrence librarians discuss challenges to intellectual freedom at Free State Festival screening

September 19 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Art in Motion: An Evening of Film, Poetry & Transit

October 30 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Napoleon Dynamite Film Screening

November 13 @ 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Cat Video Fest 2026

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