Artists
Artist applications, featured creators, exhibitions, demonstrations, and marketplace information will grow here throughout the year.
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2027 Updates
SEPTEMBER 25–26, 2027 · AUSTIN SOUTHPARK HOTEL
Lone Star Festival
returns in 2027.
Texas books, art, film, music, ideas, and community come together again for the sixth annual Lone Star Festival.
WHENSeptember 25–26Private reception Friday, September 24
WHEREAustin Southpark Hotel4140 Governor's Row, Austin, Texas 78744
ADMISSIONFreePublic registration will be required
PUBLIC HOURSSat. 9–4 · Sun. 10–4Registration information coming later
THE 2027 FESTIVAL IS GROWING
Four creative worlds.
One Texas celebration.
Meet Texas creators, discover new work, and take part in a weekend where stories, art, film, and music belong together.
Authors & Books
Author applications, featured writers, book vendors, readings, and literary programming will be added as they are confirmed.
Reserve Your Spot Now →Reel Texas StoryFest!
The official film program of Lone Star Festival celebrates Texas and independent filmmaking with a grassroots, story-first mission.
Film festival details →Musicians
Musicians, performers, and bands may now send their information to be considered for the 2027 festival.
Submit for Consideration →SAVE THE WEEKEND
September
24–26, 2027
Private Opening Reception
General reception information will be announced as plans are finalized.
Festival Day One
Free public festival programming from 9 AM–4 PM. Registration will be required. Reception 7–8 PM; gala 8–11 PM.
Festival Day Two
Free public festival programming, creative showcases, screenings, and sessions.
PLAN TO ATTEND
Free public admission. Registration required.
Festival Admission
Admission to the public festival on Saturday and Sunday is free. Every attendee will need to register when registration opens.
REGISTRATION COMING LATERFilm Screenings
Reel Texas StoryFest! screenings are currently planned as free, in-person festival events. The screening schedule will be announced later.
FREE ADMISSIONHotel Reservations
The festival will be held at Austin Southpark Hotel. Guest-room reservation information is not yet available.
INFORMATION COMING LATERVENDOR OPPORTUNITY
Bring your work to the 2027 festival.
Vendor participation includes one draped six-foot table and two chairs, admission to available book-marketing classes during the festival weekend, the Friday evening opening reception, and additional promotional opportunities.
NON-REFUNDABLE RESERVATION FEE$50
DISCOUNTED FULL PRICE$150
Reserve a vendor space while availability remains. The reservation fee guarantees the lowest full-registration price available when your space is reserved.
DISCOUNTED FULL PRICE$150
Available when paid in full by April 1, 2027.
Reserve Your Spot Now →REEL TEXAS STORYFEST!
Where Texas storytellers meet the screen.
A juried, in-person film festival celebrating projects made in Texas or based on a book written by a Texas author.
Awards
- Best Short Film
- Best Feature Film
- Best Documentary
- Audience Choice
Eligibility
A project must be made in Texas or based on a book written by a Texas author. Out-of-state filmmakers are welcome when their project meets one of those requirements.
Content Standards
No explicit pornography or hate content. Additional definitions and submission requirements may be included in the official FilmFreeway rules.
Official Rules
FilmFreeway will contain the authoritative deadlines, fees, categories, runtime limits, formats, deliverables, and terms.
SEMINARS & CLASSES
Have knowledge worth sharing?
2027 seminar and class proposals may be emailed to the festival. Include your proposed title, subject, intended audience, approximate length, biography, and contact information.
Email a proposal →Sponsor the Festival
Support Texas creativity and literacy. Sponsors connect with readers, authors, artists, filmmakers, musicians, educators, families, and supporters of Texas culture while helping a mission-driven nonprofit festival expand creative access and visibility.
VisibilityWebsite, event, print, and social recognition
Community goodwillAlignment with literacy, creativity, and Texas culture
Audience connectionOpportunities for meaningful on-site engagement
Request sponsorship information →VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer information will open closer to the festival.
Volunteer roles, schedules, requirements, and signup information will be added a few months before the event.
PLEASE CHECK BACK2027 EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS
Be notified when festival information is added.
Enter your information below. Submitting will open a prepared email to the Lone Star Festival; send that message to request updates.
LOOKING FOR THE 2026 FESTIVAL?
Visit the complete 2026 event.
All schedules, programs, vendors, tickets, and other 2026 information remain on the original LSF26 website.
Visit LSF26.com →