Escape the State!

FreedomFest 2021 Moves to Mount Rushmore, South Dakota

Where Liberty Still Thrives!

July 21 -24, 2021

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World Debates Camp July 19 – 21 at Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, sponsored by American Logos
FreedomFest 2021 and the Student Debate Showcase and Student Programming July 21 – 24

About
FreedomFest 2021

The Ultimate Summit for the Liberty Movement

FreedomFest is an intense three and a half days, and it’s different from any conference you have ever attended. Where else can you attend yoga in the morning, listen to world-renowned speakers on finance or geo-politics after breakfast, choose from among a dozen breakout sessions with the world’s brightest thought leaders in the afternoon, watch a movie (and meet the director) throughout the day, judge the contestants in an Entrepreneurs’ Competition, and end the day with karaoke? Plus, this year, you can choose to join a number of official excursions to world-famous destinations of Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and Deadwood with other FreedomFesters.

What

FreedomFest 2021
“Healthy, Wealthy and Wise”

When

July 21 - 24, 2021
With pre and post conference excursion options

Where

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center
Mount Rushmore | Rapid City, South Dakota

Hotels

Reserve your from our selected Rapid City hotels and campgrounds

Excursions

Book optional excursions before, after and during the conference

Venues

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center Elks Theater

“FreedomFest is where the best ideas and strategies are fleshed out. I wouldn’t miss it for the world.”
Steve Forbes
Forbes magazine, FreedomFest co-ambassador

why
join us

Big Debates!

FreedomFest is famous for its big debates. We believe in constructive dialogue that give you the facts and then let you decide. One of our most popular events is the annual mock trial. This year we take on the Pandemic Response - did the US approach save lives or destroy them? Plus debates on bitcoin versus gold, racism, immigration, sex work, the future of liberty and much more.

World-Renowned Speakers

FreedomFest invites the best and the brightest thought influencers from around the world to talk, strategize, socialize, and celebrate liberty. At FreedomFest, the speakers are also attendees - you’ll meet them in the hallways, sit with them in the breakouts, talk with them in receptions and hear from them in-person!

Join Liberty Lovers

In a world like today, it’s hard to know if there’s anyone out there who still believes in freedom. Well, there are, and they gather together at FreedomFest for the best four days of the year - an upbeat, progressive and egalitarian gathering of like-minded people for networking, learning, and helping to build the liberty movement!

Anthem Film Festival

The Anthem Film Festival is the only fully-juried film festival dedicated to libertarian principles. This year it takes place at the Elks Theatre, built in 1912 and fully refurbished. Enjoy screenings of short and full-length documentary and narrative films that celebrate freedom, all part of your FreedomFest pass or dedicated Anthem pass!

Tradeshow for Liberty

Meet with major liberty think tanks and non-profits, as well as freedom-oriented businesses, in our exhibit hall. Explore this exciting nexus during coffee breaks, morning breakfasts, and book signings.

Fun Factor

At FreedomFest we value FUN as well as the serious business of expanding liberty. Join our Saturday Night Farewell banquet and help us take over downtown Rapid City with receptions, parties, karaoke, comedy and more. Plus, this year we feature official excursions to explore the beautiful Black Hills, historic monuments and national sites.

meet
our speakers

Meet Your Liberty Heroes In-Person!

Hear from brilliant minds across a wide range of topics – geo-political, economic, financial, philosophical, historical, social, medical and more. Interact with our expert speakers in the Q&A at the end of each session – or meet in the exhibit hall for a candid conversation!

After you register for FreedomFest and review the schedule below, click this button to reserve your accommodations and book any optional excursions. Our partners at Black Hills Vacations are available to help you with all your travel needs. To reach them directly, call 1-800-400-6194.

schedule
details

Pre Conference
07/19/2021
6:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Deadwood

Overnight in Deadwood

(optional add-on) July 19 - 20

Pre Conference
07/20/2021
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Black Hills

Day Excursion to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse

(optional add-on) July 20

Day 1
07/21/2021
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Registration Begins

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Anthem Movies

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Breakout Sessions

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Coffee Break

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Opening Ceremony General Session

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Welcome Reception and Grand Opening of Exhibit Hall

9:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Anthem Movies

Day 2
07/22/2021
7:30 am - 8:30 am

Registration, Attendee Breakfast, Exhibit Hall

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

General Session (Coffee Break at 10:00)

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Anthem Movies

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Lunch Break

1:10 pm - 4:00 pm

Breakout Sessions

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Coffee Break

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

General Session

6:30 pm - 12:00 am

Evening Receptions, Parties, Excursions, Anthem Movies

Day 3
07/23/2021
7:30 am - 8:30 am

Registration, Attendee Breakfast, Exhibit Hall

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

General Session (Coffee Break at 10:00)

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Anthem Movies

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Lunch

1:10 pm - 4:00 pm

Breakout Sessions

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Coffee Break

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

General Session

6:30 pm - 12:00 am

Evening Receptions, Parties, Excursions, Anthem Movies

Day 4
07/24/2021
7:30 am - 8:30 am

Registration, Attendee Breakfast, Exhibit Hall

8:30 am - 1:00 pm

General Session (Coffee Break at 10:30)

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Anthem Movies

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Lunch

2:10 pm - 5:00 pm

Super Charged Saturday Breakout Sessions

6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Farewell Celebration (optional add-on)

Post Conference
07/25/2021
9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Day Excursion to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse (optional add-on)

(optional add-on)

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Day Excursion to Custer State Park and 1880s Train (optional add-on)

(optional add-on)

hurry up!

Regular Rate Ends July 7

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Excursions and Hotel Rooms Have Been Selling Out – Register Now to Confirm Your Spot

pricing
plans

Regular Rate

$ 499
  • per person (onsite $549)
    $399 guest
  • Now Through July 7
  • Full Conference Pass

Regular Onsite

$ 549
  • per person
    $399 guest
  • July 8 - July 24
  • Full Conference Pass

Special Rates Available!

  • Student, Professor, Young Professional, Media
  • Full Conference Pass
  • Anthem Film Lovers Pass
    Day Rates Also Available
  • South Dakota Local

official
sponsors

Diamond SPONSORS

Platinum Sponsors

the
venue

Rushmore Plaza Civic Center

444 Mount Rushmore Road Rapid City, SD 57701

FreedomFest 2021 will take over the historic Rushmore Plaza Civic Center for the ultimate liberty summit. We will retreat to the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota to take serious stock and critical action to reclaim our liberty and constitutional rights.

The conference will include optional official excursions to nearby Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse national monuments, plus historic Deadwood and Custer State Park. Plan a full friends or family trip!

Map of downtown
Rapid city