South by Southwest
SXSW
South by Southwest (SXSW) is an annual conference and festival held in Austin, Texas, bringing together programming across technology, film and television, music, and other creative industries. Recognized as the world's largest convergence conference and festival, it features keynote sessions, exhibitions, screenings, and music showcases across numerous venues throughout downtown Austin. Visitors can expect a diverse program spanning multiple creative fields, with networking opportunities. When attending, select your badge type carefully as admission access varies depending on the badge purchased.
- Date
- 2026-03-12 ~ 2026-03-18
- City
- Austin
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Audience
- Creatives & professionals
- Hotels (per night)
- $300–600
- Venue
- Downtown Austin venues
- Airport Austin-Bergstrom Intl (AUS)
- Local access Most venues walkable around downtown
- Where to base Downtown — book months ahead; rates spike
- “SXSW has announced what it will do without the Paramount, and announced there'll be a locals-only lounge for badgeholders. $161 after taxes, low as $100 with”
- “I love SXSW, it brings people from all over the place and there's cool events and the city is so lively. I meet so many people and it's awesome chance to make”
- “South by Southwest has drawn thousands to Austin to engage with music, film, and innovative technology. SXSW returns to downtown Austin March 13-21, 2027.”
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