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AT&T and American Airlines Collaborate with Leading Developers to Rethink Travel Apps

Created by jordan on March 15, 2013

Super sponsors AT&T and American Airlines came together last weekend to create one of the most productive events in all of SXSW 2013 when they hosted the "Travel Hack." AT&T Hackathons bring together accomplished and aspiring developers with tools, expert mentors and others who share their passion and complement their skills to create exciting mobile technology innovations and solution. This particular Hackathon was aimed towards rethinking how mobile apps help us get around the world. They challenged more than 60 developers to create travel apps within a 30-hour coding timeframe that incorporated unreleased APIs from both AT&T and American Airlines, then an expert panel of judges chose the 3 winners from the 15 apps that had been developed and awarded them huge cash prizes.

SXcycles and NBC's Revolution to the Rescue

Created by jordan on March 15, 2013

SXcycles HQ, NBC's Revolution "Power Down" Experience

Only two days left of SXSW Music and Film and there's still so much to see… We know there are a lot of tired feet in this city with places to go, so take a load off and get to your show faster with SXcycles, the official SXSW bike share program! While you're at SXcycles HQ, be sure to check out NBC's Revolution "Power Down" Experience where you can enjoy unplugged gaming—ping pong, shuffle board and corn hole to name a few—interactive art, and a recharge bar (plug-in and avoid the blackout).

Finding the Funk - Last Chance to Watch!

Created by jordan on March 15, 2013

Finding the Funk. Courtesy the Filmmakers Finding the Funk. Courtesy the Filmmakers

Get funky at 4:45pm at the Ritz 2 - there's only one more chance to see Nelson George's Finding the Funk.

The film tells the story of the legendary American music form, as told by icons like George Clinton and Bootsy Collins. And between you and me, there might be some very special guests in attendance...

Don't miss it! Add to your schedule here.

Darlene Love & Judith Hill to Perform with Twenty Feet From Stardom!

Created by jim on March 15, 2013

Darlene Love in Twenty Feet From Stardom, courtesy Tremolo Productions

Run, don't walk, to another chance to see Twenty Feet From Stardom, tonight at the Paramount Theatre. This festival favorite was a huge hit with the SXSW programming team, and we're delighted to present it again.

Awful Nice Announced as Final Buzz Screening!

Created by jordan on March 15, 2013

Awful Nice

Our final buzz screening takes place at the Vimeo Theater tonight, and it is...Awful Nice!

Don't miss it - the hilarious film that has everyone talking will screen again at 9:30pm tonight at the Vimeo. Add it to your schedule here!

Stay tuned to the website for all the repeat screenings of Audience Awards, including Visions, 24 Beats per Second and SXGlobal!

SouthBites is Open for Late Night Snacking!

Created by Cori on March 15, 2013

Photo Courtesy of JW Walthall Craving some grub after a long night of SXSW showcases and parties? You’re in luck! SouthBites, the official SXSW food court is open until 2:30am.

With a great selection of food trucks, curated by Paul Qui and SXSW, located on the corner of Rainey and Driskill, SouthBites is the perfect place to satisfy your late night cravings.

Enjoy a Complimentary Bloody Mary Breakfast Presented by Tito's This Saturday Morning!

Created by Bobby on March 15, 2013

Tito's Vodka Registrants are invited to enjoy a complimentary Bloody Marys Breakfast with Tito's vodka and free breakfast tacos (both Austin staples) while they last from 10:30-11:00 AM on Saturday morning at the Radio Day Stage in Ballroom D of the Convention Center. Immediately following that is an interview with white-hot hip hop sensations Macklemore & Ryan Lewis in the same room. Shake off what ails ya Saturday morning with this one-two punch in the soothing confines of the Day Stage!

What's Happening! March 14 - Film, Comedy and Music PM Edition

Created by L Park on March 14, 2013

Nicks Grohl Dave Stewart, Stevie Nicks and Dave Grohl at this afternoon's In Your Dreams premiere. photo by Michael Buckner/Wire Image

Welcome welcome boys and girls. Loads of things occurring in the time that starts with PM. Here are some very nice options for your reading happiness.

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