Interactive: March 13-17
Film: March 13-21
Music: March 18-22
"South by Southwest is a talent showcase and a schmoozathon, a citywide barbecue party and a brainstorming session for a business that has been radically shaken and stirred by the Internet." New York Times, 3/15/08
SXSWeek occurs March 13-22 in Austin, Texas. Most SXSW Conference events take place at the Austin Convention Center.
Film and Music Festival events take place at various venues throughout downtown Austin, many within walking distance of the Austin Convention Center. Expect to do lots of walking while you're here, so wear your comfy shoes. If walking isn't your style, check out the City of Austin's many modes of transportation.Check back here soon for maps of Austin and all of SXSW's official venues.
Check out the video below for a glimpse of what you're in for at SXSW 2009. Thanks to the folks at Super! Alright! and our sponsor, Dell Lounge for putting it together and making it happen.