SXSW is an emblematic trade show located in Texas, USA, and dedicated to the advancements in the music, cinema and technology world. The expo gathers professionals from around the globe for a face-to-face meeting where creativity and innovation are at focus. The next edition will happen between 7 and 15 March 2025 at Austin Convention Centre.
SXSW Conference & Festivals 2025 will welcome global creatives, innovators and storytellers from the tech, film, and music sectors across more than 65 stages. The event will offer an extensive program with conference sessions, film and music festivals, award ceremonies, and more. The festivals will offer the visitors opportunities to explore the worlds of Film & TV, Music, and Comedy with a variety of specialised activities. On the other hand, the conferences will allow the global community of creatives to discover new ideas, get inspiration and learn from experts in these areas. Some of the tracks that will be covered during the extensive conferential part include Advertising & Brand Experience, Artificial Intelligence, Film & TV Industry, Health & MedTech, XR, Climate & Sustainability, etc.
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Information
The SXSW® Conference & Festivals (also SXSW) is a well-established North American event elevating film, television, music and technology industries. The annual expo encourages creativity, innovation and cutting-edge concepts in the realms of music and cinema branches.
SXSW is a colourful fusion of all industries that brings together an exciting amalgam of products and services that showcase the essence of design, technology, social sustainability, health and well-being.
Who can you meet there
SXSW commits itself to empowering creative people to achieve their goals and show their talents. For this reason, hundreds of exhibitors worldwide gather in one place to collaborate, network, share valuable insights and get inspiration from peers and other professionals. Professionals come to take advantage of multiple exhibitions, competitions, film & TV festival screenings, and music festival showcases.
More than 1,200 artists, new and well-established names in the film and music industries, are encouraged to participate in specific music and film festivals and competitions during SXSW to show their enthusiasm and skills.
Past editions
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What makes it special
SXSW is unique in how diversely and smoothly film & TV, music, and comedy festivals run in one event. Besides this fact, each year, the trade fair honours companies and individuals for their exceptional work and creativity in the following categories:
- Community Service Awards: recognise committed individuals and non-profit local and international organisations working to improve the well-being of specific communities and causes;
- Film & TV Awards: feature screening categories such as Documentary Feature Competition, Animated Short Competition, Independent TV Pilot Competition, Narrative Feature Competition, etc.;
- Innovation Awards: honour creatives in various technological advancements and discoveries;
- SXSW Pitch: showcase innovative start-ups and their top-notch technology products and solutions.
Quick info
| Founded: | 1987 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | SXSW 2026 |
| Sectors: | Movies | Media production | Entertainment |
| Website: | SXSW official website |
| Visitors: | Tickets for SXSW |
Important facts
SXSW at a glance:
- 1200+ artists
- 55+ represented countries
- 65+ stages
Next editions
SXSW 2026
Austin Convention Centre
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