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Early bird pricing ends July 4: Get your tickets to FIRE's Soapbox conference in Philadelphia

Join FIRE for three unforgettable days of fearless conversations, sharp debates, and incredible entertainment that you won’t want to miss!
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America’s 250th deserves more than fireworks. It deserves a celebration of the right to free speech that has helped make this nation great. That’s why FIRE is launching a new event right in the birthplace of American democracy itself.

In Philadelphia from November 4-6, 2026, Soapbox is bringing together headline speakers, unflinching debates, and unforgettable entertainment to explore the ideas and freedoms that will shape America for the next 250 years.

  • Keynotes, panels, and debates
  • Networking opportunities
  • Immersive entertainment
  • An unforgettable gala on the last night

Free speech is under pressure. From cancel culture and government censorship to a growing erosion of public understanding and support for this essential right, the conversation about its future has never mattered more.

Soapbox is our answer to this moment. This conference will be a place to exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and yes — we’re also planning one hell of a party.

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Soapbox Conference advertisement for Fifth Column Live Podcast.
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Soapbox Conference advertisement for Advisory Opinion Live Podcast
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EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS JULY 4

Early Bird Pricing is only applied to the Soapbox Conference Ticket and Soapbox Combo Ticket. Save when you purchase early! Discounts are applied at checkout for early bird tickets (while supplies last).

VIP TICKET: $1,500

  • All conference sessions + 1 Gala ticket (special seating)
  • Several provided meals, receptions, and entertainment
  • VIP lounge & exclusive sessions and activities
  • Meet & greet with speakers
  • Annual Fahrenheit-level FIRE membership

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COMBO TICKET: $875*

  • All conference sessions, taking place November 4-6 + 1 Gala ticket
  • Several provided meals, receptions, and entertainment
  • Annual Fahrenheit-level FIRE membership

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CONFERENCE TICKET: $375*

  • All conference sessions, taking place November 4-6
  • Several provided meals, receptions, and entertainment
  • Annual FIRE membership

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GALA TICKET: $500

  • 1 Gala ticket, taking place November 6
  • Annual FIRE membership

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*Employees of 501(c)(3) nonprofits and currently enrolled students can receive $50 off Conference or Combo tickets — just email soapbox@fire.org using your nonprofit or student email address and we’ll send you the discount code.

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Soapbox Conference speakers showing Ann Beeson, Liv Boeree, and Adam Thierer
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Soapbox Conference speakers showing Richard Bell, Stephanos, Biras, and John Tomasi
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Soapbox Conference speakers showing Matthew Schafer and Amy Sohn
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Soapbox Conference speakers showing David Goldberger, Robert Corn-Revere, and Ilya Shapiro
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Soapbox Conference speakers showing Will Creeley, Bob Guccione Jr, and Andrew Mayne
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Soapbox Conference speakers showing Nick Gillespie, David Lat, and Greg Lukianoff
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Soapbox Conference speakers showing Matt Taibbi, Eugene Volokh, and Keith Whittington
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Soapbox Conference speakers showing Heather MacDonald, Jacob Mchangama, and John McWhorter

Questions? See our FAQ page or email us at soapbox@fire.org.

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