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Be a part of one of the most diverse, collaborative, and inventive communities in the world! Learn how to participate in one of the many prestigious SXSW categories.
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From submitting your buzz-worthy film or performing on stage in front of a global audience to presenting your game-changing tech startup or bringing your art to the walls of Austin – take the opportunity to be part of this inventive SXSW community from March 8-17, 2019.
Stay tuned to SXSW News as artists, films, speakers, finalists, installations, and other SXSW 2019 programming is announced throughout the season.
Explore our Awards page to learn more about this season’s finalists and winners selected for each category.
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Session Formats
Learn more about the session formats for programming tracks at the SXSW Conference.
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2020 SXSW Limited Presale
Make plans to join the world’s brightest creators in 2020 at the best registration rate of the year. Limited presale ends on March 31.
2020 Presale
Use the SXSWeek® Timeline to plan your 2019 SXSW experience from March 8-17 in Austin, Texas. Browse the weekly overview below and stay tuned to SXSW News for programming announcements throughout the season.
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