Festivals

SXSW Festivals offer a unique opportunity to explore the worlds of Film & TV, Music, and Comedy with parties, awards, screenings, showcases, and special events.


The Black Keys – SXSW 2024 – Photo by Aaron Rogosin

 

Dive into each festival below to learn more about participation opportunities, programming announcements, event updates, and more throughout the SX season.

See You at SXSW 2025

Join us for SXSW 2025 from March 7–15 in Austin, TX. Registration opens on Tuesday, August 6. Explore participation opportunities and stay tuned for announcements throughout the season. Subscribe to Event Updates and community newsletters.

Film & TV Festival

For nine days in March, creatives of all stripes gather for the acclaimed Film & TV Festival program. Running concurrently with the SXSW Conference, Music and Comedy Festivals, attendees can take advantage of the opportunity to connect with a wide array of industry experts, making the Film Festival an unparalleled experience at the forefront of discovery, creativity, and innovation.

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Dev Patel signs autographs before the World Premiere of Monkey Man at SXSW 2024 - Photo by Aaron Rogosin

Dev Patel signs autographs before the World Premiere of Monkey Man at SXSW 2024 - Photo by Aaron Rogosin

Music Festival

The SXSW Music Festival brings together artists, industry professionals, creatives, and music lovers from around the world to make connections, elevate their careers, and celebrate the magic of live music – from legendary performers to the most exciting new talent.

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Bar Italia – SXSW 2024 – Photo by Oscar Moreno

Bar Italia – SXSW 2024 – Photo by Oscar Moreno

Comedy Festival

With an established history of featuring today’s greats and tomorrow’s celebrated performers, the SXSW Comedy Festival introduces the next wave of groundbreaking comedic talent to the entertainment industry and creative community at SXSW.

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Only Murderers in the Building (Standup Comedy), Jaboukie Young-White – Photo by Benjamin Hale

Only Murderers in the Building (Standup Comedy), Jaboukie Young-White – Photo by Benjamin Hale

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Film & TV Submissions

Is your project ready for its big-screen debut? Submissions are open for the 2025 SXSW Film & TV Festival from March 7–15 in Austin, TX. Final deadline for submissions is October 2, 2024.

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Showcase Applications

Ready to turn your career up a notch? Apply by November 3, 2024 to perform at the SXSW Music Festival, taking place from March 10-15, 2025.

Perform at SXSW

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