Free State Festival

JUNE 25-JUNE 30

The Free State Festival celebrates the free spirit of Kansas with films that challenge, inspire and entertain. This signature annual event brings independent films, live music, comedy and art installations to venues throughout the vibrant city of Lawrence, Kansas. The festival is made possible through programming support from community partners, its sponsoring organization, the Lawrence Arts Center, the National Endowment for the Arts and the City of Lawrence.

CLICK HERE for the latest festival news, including the 2024 lineup, tickets, passes and schedule updates.

All Access Festival Passes are now available! $125. The BEST way to fest! 

• The Free State Festival Pass includes admission to all film screenings, events, and receptions
• Passholders will be admitted to events prior to individual ticket holders once doors open for the event.
• Passholders must be present 30 minutes before show time with their pass on hand to guarantee admission. Late arrivals will be admitted on a space-available basis.
• Passes will be available for pick up at the Lawrence Arts Center front desk (940 New Hampshire St.) starting Monday, June 24, 12 pm.

Purchase All Access Pass

Individual Tickets on sale starting May 15! Pick and choose which events you would like to attend according to your taste and schedule.

Our partnering hotel is the Marriott Spring Hill Suites located at One Riverfront Plaza, Lawrence, KS 66604. Discounted rates for Free State Festival attendees start at $109 if you book by June 11!

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