Freefly Systems Announces Freefly Fest 2026 Scheduled for August 19 Near Seattle

Freefly Systems Announces Freefly Fest 2026

Freefly Systems has scheduled its fifth annual Freefly Fest for August 19, 2026, near Seattle, Washington. The announcement was made by Chief Revenue Officer Matt Isenbarger on LinkedIn, where he described the event as a day featuring hands-on demonstrations, barbecues, and tours of Freefly Systems’ headquarters. The specific venue for the event has yet to be confirmed, as Freefly’s shipping page currently lists the date as “Aug. TBD, 2026.”

Event Highlights

Freefly Fest provides attendees with direct access to the entire Freefly team, live product demonstrations, and insights into the company’s future plans. The previous year’s event, held on August 20 at Lord Hill Farms in Monroe, Washington, showcased the unveiling of Freefly’s new 70,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Woodinville. Tabb Firchau, president of Freefly, referred to it as “the most inspiring drone manufacturing center in North America.” Attendance is free and open to individuals of all ages.

For operators with Freefly Armor coverage on an Alta X or Astro, an invitation to Freefly Fest is included in their plan. Other interested participants can register through the official event page once it becomes available.

Industry Significance

Freefly Fest has gained recognition as a notable event within the drone industry, primarily due to the active participation of the Freefly team and their willingness to engage in discussions about their products and innovations. Last year’s event marked the public debut of a significantly larger manufacturing facility, highlighting the company’s growth and advancements in drone technology.

With the Astro Max still relatively new and the FLUX LiDAR series gaining popularity in enterprise applications, it is anticipated that this year’s fest will feature at least one hardware announcement from Freefly. Observers are encouraged to watch for developments in the payload or ground station sectors before the end of the year.