The SXSW® Film parties & lounges are great places to grab a cold drink, network, see old friends and hold business meetings. The parties and lounges are created with you in mind, so you're sure to have a great time! With many opportunities to meet up with industry heavyweights and emerging talent, you'll undoubtedly be able to fulfill your festival appetite.

Film Closing Party courtesy of Jojo Marion

To host an official SXSW party or lounge, please contact Sara Barney at sara@sxsw.com or call 512/467-7979.

Official Party Planner to SXSW: High Beam Events, info@highbeamevents.com 512/419-9401

Photo courtesy of Ran An

Lounges

Film Hideout Lounge
Friday 3/9 - Tuesday 3/13, 10am-7pm.
The Hideout Theatre - 617 Congress Avenue

After it's successful launch in 2011, we're bringing back the always relaxing Hideout lounge. It's an exclusive spot to meet up with other Film, Gold and Platinum registrants. Escape the crowds with complimentary computers and wifi in a comfortable setting. Food and beverages available on site for purchase as well!

Filmmakers Lounge presented by the North Carolina Film Office
Friday 3/9 -Tuesday 3/13, hours vary
The Austin Convention Center

The official spot for 2012 Filmmakers to enjoy wifi, massages and hospitality in the midst of the Film Festival screenings and panels.

Evening Events

Friday, March 9

Film Opening Party presented by WeVideo
10:00pm-2:00am
Buffalo Billiards - 222 E. 6th Street

You're invited to the opening night celebration that kicks off the 2012 SXSW Film Festival. Enjoy drinks with old friends and have fun making new ones!

Sunday, March 11

The Interactive + Film Fusion Party Presented by Meebo
7:00pm-10:00pm
The Stage, 508 E 6th St

SXSW is all about convergence and there's no better event to celebrate this than at the official Interactive + Film Fusion Party hosted once again by Meebo. In true Austin style, this party will have you on your feet enjoying the complimentary libations and live music from local rockers the John Evans Band. Follow us @Meebo for more updates.

Monday, March 12

SXSW Film Design Awards Reception presented by iStockphoto
6:00pm-7:00pm
Film Poster Gallery located outside the Vimeo Theater

We're rolling out the red carpet for this year's design awards finalists. Come join iStockphoto, as we toast to the artists of SXSW's 3rd Annual Film Design Competition. Enjoy complimentary drinks and apps, following by a screening of this year's Opening Title Sequence Finalists.

Tuesday, March 13

SXSW Block Party
4:00pm-6:00pm
Trade Show, Exhibit Halls 3 & 4

Mix, mingle and have a drink courtesy of participating SXSW Trade Show exhibitors. The Block Party is the perfect opportunity to watch that new technology demo, find out more about the coolest new startup, or simply network with some of the most plugged-in people in the industry. Be sure to get there early and bring your friends, because the SXSW Block Party is one of the hottest events of the show.

Film Pre-Awards Reception
6:30pm-8:00pm
Brush Square Park

Toast independent film's rising stars at this year's SXSW Film Awards Reception. This pre-awards party starts the evening off right.

SXSW Film Awards Ceremony
8:00pm-10:00pm
Vimeo Theater, Exhibit Hall 2

Celebrate SXSW 2012's brightest stars! This year's Film Awards is sure to be unforgettable.

SXSW Film Intermission Party presented by Fandango
9:00pm-2:00am
The Stage

Formerly known as the Film Closing/Music Opening Party, the Film Intermission Party is the perfect place to kick up your heels at the bash that officially celebrates the midway point of the film festival and the arrival of the Music crowd to Austin. Good company and complimentary food and beverages are sure to make this an unforgettable event.