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We are excited to announce the 2026 stop of the Free Market Roadshow at the Acton Institute.

About the Free Market Roadshow

In 2026, the Free Market Road Show marks a historic milestone: the 20th anniversary. Since its inception in 2007 across four cities, the Road Show has grown into a global brand, having hosted 501 events in 104 cities over the last 19 years.

This year is not only the FMRS anniversary, but it is a “Year of Anniversaries of Ideas”. As we hit the road for the twentieth time, we also commemorate 250 years of The Wealth of Nations, 250 years of American Independence, and 66 years of The Constitution of Liberty. It is a fitting occasion to dedicate the FMRS 2026 to exploring the vital intersection of constitution, law, and economics from multiple perspectives.

True to the tradition of the Austrian School, we continue to champion voluntary cooperation and the exchange of ideas. We invite audiences in around 40 cities worldwide to discuss how market-based solutions can address the challenges of the 21st century.

Join us as we bring the ideas of liberty to every host city, sharing knowledge cultivated over centuries and inviting every visitor to experience the “living tradition” of liberty firsthand.

Event Details

Start Date

End Date

Location

Acton Institute
98 Fulton Street E
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
United States

Schedule

Doors Open - 11:00 AM

Welcome - 11:45 AM

Panel: Who Governs the Machine? AI, Enterprise Freedom, and the Search for Regulatory Guardrails - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Moderator: Stephen P. Barrows, Acton Institute
Speakers: John Chisholm, John Chisholm Ventures & Dan Churchwell, Acton Institute

Tickets

This is a free event. 

Includes box lunch and beverage

(Please RSVP at least 48 hours in advance to guarantee a box lunch.)

Parking

Directions to the Acton Institute

Metered street parking is available. Please bring sufficient change with you for meters or pay for parking with the Motu Parking app on your smartphone (iOS and Android).

Paid parking lots are also available nearby. Please enter the building off of Sheldon Blvd.

Speakers
Grand Rapids, MI