Welcome to SXSW 2013

The South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conferences & Festivals (March 8-17, 2013) offer the unique convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies. Fostering creative and professional growth alike, SXSW® is the premier destination for discovery.

Recent News

New for 2013 - SXSW Film Startup Alley

Created by jim on September 19, 2012

Photo by Tanya RabournWe're excited to introduce a brand new event for SXSW Film 2013. Startup Alley is a special event that will shine a light on emerging film-related companies and business ventures, bringing together the startup, entrepreneur and investor communities within the SXSW Film Festival.

Panel programming, meet-ups, mentor sessions, and a reception will make up the content at the center of the SXSW Film Startup Alley. Events will take place at Austin Convention Center, at the heart of SXSW.

Great Hotel Options Still Available

Created by lynda on September 19, 2012

This week marks the first conference registration deadline. Register by 11:59PM CST on Friday, September 21 and save up to $450! You must be registered for the conference to submit your online hotel request. Browse our available hotels and map for details. Many great options remain for all conference dates, but the rooms are going fast!

Doubletree Hotel Austin poolPhoto courtesy of Doubletree Hotel Austin

Although the wait lists are closed for the downtown hotels during the Interactive dates you can wait list for a shuttle route hotel, within a few miles of the Austin Convention Center. Our full-service hotels that are not downtown include: Wyndham Garden Hotel, Omni Southpark, Marriott Austin South, Embassy Suites Central, Crowne Plaza, and the Doubletree by Hilton Austin. All are on the hotel shuttle route for your convenience. An unlimited 5-day pass is only $60, 9-day pass for $100, and a single ride ticket is $20. Passes are available for purchase at the R&R Shuttle website, as well as at the Austin Convention Center onsite. Details on the shuttle can be found on our Hotel Shuttle page.