That’s right—it’s that time of year again! The streets of Austin are about to be buzzing with music, movies, tech, and some of the most creative minds on the planet. From March 7 to March 15, SXSW takes over the city, bringing nine jam-packed days of innovation, inspiration, and straight-up fun.
What’s in Store?
With 29 conference tracks, live music from 1,000+ artists, exclusive film premieres, cutting-edge tech showcases, and comedy that’ll have you in stitches, there’s something for everyone. But let’s be real—you won’t be able to see it all (unless you’ve figured out time travel). So here’s a taste of what you can’t miss:
Key Panels & Featured Sessions
- “Meet the Astronauts Going to the Moon with NASA’s Artemis II” | March 7
- “Enough with the ‘Delving’ – Staying Human in the Age of AI” | March 7
- “Kevin Bacon: A Career Retrospective From Footloose to The Bondsman” | March 7
- “The Future of Social with Jay Graber, Bluesky CEO” | March 10
- “AI, Creativity, and the Fight Around Fair Use” | March 11
- “The Era of Personal Flight: Flying Cars (Finally) Take Off” | March 12
Film & TV Premieres
Calling all cinephiles! SXSW is rolling out the red carpet with world premieres, star-studded casts, and must-watch docs:
♦ “Death of a Unicorn” (Paul Rudd, Jenna Ortega, Will Poulter) – March 8-9
♦ “The Makings of Curtis Mayfield” (Directed by GRAMMY-winner H.E.R.) – March 10-12
♦“Ash” (Eiza González, Aaron Paul) – March 11-12
And TV lovers, don’t miss Seth Rogen in “The Studio” (March 7) or the eerie true crime docuseries “The Yogurt Shop Murders” (March 10).
Music: Live from the Capital of Live Music
From up-and-coming acts to big-name headliners, SXSW’s music lineup is A few artists we can’t wait to see:
♦Band of Horses
♦Benson Boone
♦Big Freedia
♦Koe Wetzel
♦Megan Moroney
Check out the official SXSW Playlist to get hyped!
Comedy
The SXSW Comedy Festival lineup isn’t fully announced yet, but expect a live taping of “Comedy Bang! Bang!”, hilarious impressions of Elon Musk by James Adomian, and gut-busting stand-up from Melissa Villaseñor.
How to Get In
Badges range from $895 (Music) to $2,195+ (Platinum), but here’s a pro tip: volunteers can earn a free badge! Work 24-56 hours, and you’ll get access to the action.
SXSW 2025 is shaping up to be bigger and bolder than ever—so grab your badge, plan your schedule, and get ready to experience Austin at its most electric!

(512) 750-6899
CALL OR TEXT
ReloAustin.com
Austin Real Estate Website
CanyonCreekNews.com
Canyon Creek Neighborhood
I specialize in Listing and Selling homes in the NW Austin Area. I use my experience to guide clients through the process, whether selling or buying. It’s a beautiful thing when your career and a passion come together. I love what I do!
