# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Knowledge for the Front Lines | Psychedelic Freedom Conference 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us as well as many healthcare professionals, therapists, first responders, veterans, researchers, advocates, and curious minds for a full day of education, inspiration, and community at the Psychedelic Freedom Conference 2026 at University Plaza Convention Center! 

This year's theme, Knowledge for the Front Lines, explores the latest research, policy, therapeutic applications, and real-world conversations surrounding psychedelic medicine and mental health.

🌟 NEW SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT!

We're thrilled to welcome award-winning comedian, science communicator, and host of Comedy Central's Tales From the Trip, Shane Mauss to the conference in a couple different ways!! 

Throughout the day, Shane will moderate multiple panel discussions, bringing his signature blend of humor, curiosity, and thoughtful insight to foster engaging conversations, meaningful dialogue, and a natural flow between sessions.

🍽️ Special Comedy Lunch Experience

Don't miss Trips: The Third Dose, Shane's hilarious multimedia comedy performance during our exclusive lunchtime event!

🎟️ Lunch tickets (Be sure to purchase the ticket that includes the $20 comedy lunch add-on.)
✅ Catered lunch
✅ Reserved seating
✅ Shane Mauss' acclaimed comedy show Trips: The Third Dose

Whether you're deeply experienced or simply curious, Shane's storytelling and comedy offer an unforgettable perspective on consciousness, neuroscience, and the wonderfully strange adventure of being human.

🎤 Featuring Keynote Speaker
Lieutenant Sarko Gergerian

One of the nation's leading voices on psychedelic policy and mental health, Lt. Sarko Gergerian brings a rare perspective as a veteran police lieutenant, licensed therapist, educator, and national advocate for evidence-based psychedelic reform.

His message embodies this year's conference theme by exploring what responsible, compassionate leadership can look like on the front lines of mental health, public safety, and community care.

🌙 NEW! Front Lines After Hours
The Official Conference After Party

When the presentations end...

...the conversations continue.

Wrap up an incredible day with an intimate evening of music, networking, and community at our official after party, hosted at a beautiful private estate just minutes from the conference.

✨ Live DJ set from a member of the conscious music collective Wisdom Traders

🌿 Adaptogenic botanical elixirs and handcrafted beverages

🍸 Optional hemp-derived THC botanical cocktails for those who choose to partake

🤝 Connect with speakers, presenters, sponsors, exhibitors, and fellow attendees in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

📍 Location will be shared privately with ticket holders prior to the event.

🎟️ Separate after-party ticket required.

Conference Includes:

🎤 Inspiring keynote presentations
💬 Panel discussions
🤝 Networking opportunities
🛍️ Vendor Village
🎨 Community Art
🍽️ Special comedy lunch available
🌙 Official after party

🎟️ Early Bird Tickets are Available Now until 8/15!

Whether you're a clinician, researcher, veteran, first responder, policymaker, student, wellness practitioner, or someone passionate about the future of mental health, this conference is designed to educate, inspire, and build meaningful community.

👉 Reserve your tickets today:
www.psychedelicsoto.org
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/knowledge-for-the-front-lines-psychedelic-freedom-conference-2026/200030380240849
- **Event Categories**: business, conferences, comedy, health-wellness, entertainment, parties, mental-health, science-fair, art, trips-adventures, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 91

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Springfield
- **state**: MO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
- **lat**: 37.207688127864
- **long**: -93.283222023201
- **full address**: University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, 333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65806-2543, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Knowledge for the Front Lines | Psychedelic Freedom Conference 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Knowledge for the Front Lines | Psychedelic Freedom Conference 2026 takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm at University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, 333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65806-2543, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Knowledge for the Front Lines | Psychedelic Freedom Conference 2026?
  - **A:** Knowledge for the Front Lines | Psychedelic Freedom Conference 2026 is organized by Psychedelic Society of the Ozarks.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Knowledge for the Front Lines | Psychedelic Freedom Conference 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Springfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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