Free State Festival slate includes new film from acclaimed director
The Lawrence Arts Center announced its headliners Thursday and selected films for the Free State Festival 2026, slated for June 22 to 28. Read more in the Lawrence Journal-World!
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The Lawrence Times: Lawrence invited to revolution at the movies for Free State Festival 2026
Lawrence Arts Center’s Free State Festival this summer will carry the theme of “The Revolution is at the Movies,” featuring films on freedom of thought and transformative social movements across … [more]
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FSF26 Lineup Announcement
Free State Festival 2026 Brings Headliners Boots Riley and Robyn Hitchcock and a Slate of Revolutionary Films to Lawrence This June The Lawrence Arts Center is proud to announce the … [more]
The Pitch: Comedian Todd Barry talks animation, adventures, and crowd-work ahead of Friday’s Free State Festival
By Nick Spacek Comedian Todd Barry’s dry wit has garnered him quite a following over the past three decades, along with his appearances on seemingly every comedy series of note … [more]
The Pitch: Legendary performer Swamp Dogg talks ‘Blackgrass’ music ahead of Thursday’s Free State Festival
By Nick Spacek While you might not be familiar with legendary musician Swamp Dogg, you know his work. If nothing else, the song he co-wrote with Gary “U.S.” Bonds, “She’s … [more]
The Lawrence Times: Panel of Lawrence librarians discuss challenges to intellectual freedom at Free State Festival screening
Photo by Molly Adams Story by Wulfe Wulfemeyer Although Lawrence has not weathered the book-banning movements that have swept conservative states and other sectors of Kansas, local librarians want to … [more]
Kansas Public Radio 105 Live: Free State Festival and Kaw River Roots Festival
The summer music festivals continue! This week 105 Live highlights the Kaw River Roots and Free State Festivals, both in Lawrence, KS Jun 24th – 29th. Featuring music from Split … [more]
KPR Presents: Free State Fest
KPR presents host Kaye McIntyre gives listeners a sneak peek at the 2025 Free State Festival — six days of movies, music, and more — with Festival director Marlo Angell … [more]
The Lawrence Times: Free State Festival 2025 includes music documentaries, comedy, culinary delights and more
Free State Festival will bring back favorite Lawrence artists and introduce new faces with a varied lineup of film screenings, live music and food. Hosted by the Lawrence Arts Center, … [more]