Free State High School students celebrated the end of the school year with their annual prom May 7 at Abe & Jake’s Landing in downtown Lawrence. About 430 people marked the special occasion. Most were dressed in tuxedos and ties or gowns and high heels with updos. Some chose more casual wear.

Couples take to the dance floor during Free State High's prom May 7 at Abe & Jake's Landing in downtown Lawrence. About 430 attended the event.

The dancing didn’t stop until 1 a.m.

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Prom colors were black and silver, and the theme was “Hanging By A Moment,” which the newly crowned king and queen, Aaron Trent and Dulce Shultz, danced to.

Free State High School's prom king Aaron Trent dances with prom queen Dulce Shultz.

Dancers fill the floor at Abe & Jake's Landing in downtown Lawrence.

Hank Martens and Franny Perez wait for a drink during the Free State High School prom at Abe & Jake's Landing.

Jared Powell, Free State High School senior, tests out his dance moves early in the evening.