Stay informed on upcoming important dates and deadlines for the 2020 SXSW Conference & Festivals.
Browse deadlines for the many prestigious SXSW participation categories and more below.
Make plans to join the world’s brightest creators March 13-22 in Austin, TX.
All SXSW deadlines end at 11:59pm Pacific Time.
August 22, 2019
Film Festival Submissions Early Deadline
Early Deadline for Features, Shorts, Episodics, Music Videos, VR/AR/MR projects, Texas High School Shorts, and Title Sequences.
Learn more about submitting to the 2019 SXSW Film Festival and view all deadline periods here.
August 23, 2019
PanelPicker® Community Voting Closes
During SXSW PanelPicker® Community Voting from August 5-23, browse ideas and vote to help shape the 2020 Conference programming for SXSW and SXSW EDU.
September 6, 2019
Community Service Awards Deadline
The SXSW Community Service Awards honor six individuals and six organizations for their dedication to fostering positive community impact. Each honoree receives a grant, complimentary entry to SXSW, and recognition at an awards ceremony during the SXSW event.
Learn more about grants for individuals and organizations and explore 2019 honorees.
September 6, 2019
Interactive Innovation Awards Early Deadline
For details and more info about the Interactive Innovation Awards categories, eligibility and Finalist Showcase, please visit the Interactive Innovation Awards page.
Final Deadline: November 15, 2019
September 6, 2019
Join the ranks of SXSW Pitch alumni gaining millions in funding along the way with a combined total of over $6.6 billion.
Pitch your innovative startup at the 12th annual SXSW Pitch (formally SXSW Accelerator) in front of a live audience and panel of expert judges. Learn about eligibility and 2020 categories.
Final Deadline: November 15, 2019
September 13, 2019
Music Festival Showcasing Artist Applications Early Deadline
Apply for the opportunity to perform at the 2020 SXSW Music Festival, March 16-22, and gain unparalleled access to an audience of industry professionals, international media and new fans. Learn More »
Final Deadline: October 25, 2019
September 19, 2019
Film Festival Submissions Official Deadline
Official Deadline for Features, Shorts, Episodics, Music Videos, VR/AR/MR projects, Texas High School Shorts, and Title Sequences.
Learn more about submitting to the 2019 SXSW Film Festival and view all deadline periods here.
September 20, 2019
The SXSW Art Program showcases experiential and conceptual visual artworks that apply emerging technologies and immersive environments to spark discovery, inspiration, and connection. The SXSW Art Program is an open call to studios, designers, collectives, and individual artists. Learn More »
Final Deadline: October 11, 2019
September 27, 2019
SXSW 2020 Registration Rate Deadline
Make plans to join the world’s brightest creators March 13-22 at the 2020 SXSW Conference & Festivals in Austin, TX.
Experience 10 days of unparalleled discovery, learning, and networking with creatives across interactive, film, and music industries.
Learn more about SXSW Badge types, primary and secondary access, and other attendee resources here.
October 11, 2019
The SXSW Art Program showcases experiential and conceptual visual artworks that apply emerging technologies and immersive environments to spark discovery, inspiration, and connection. The SXSW Art Program is an open call to studios, designers, collectives, and individual artists. Learn More »
October 17, 2019
Film Festival Submissions Late Deadline
Late Deadline for Features, Shorts, Episodics, Music Videos, VR/AR/MR projects, Texas High School Shorts, and Title Sequences.
Learn more about submitting to the 2019 SXSW Film Festival and view all deadline periods here.
October 25, 2019
Music Festival Showcasing Artist Applications Final Deadline
Apply for the opportunity to perform at the 2020 SXSW Music Festival, March 16-22, and gain unparalleled access to an audience of industry professionals, international media and new fans.
November 15, 2019
Interactive Innovation Awards Final Deadline
For details and more info about the Interactive Innovation Awards categories, eligibility and Finalist Showcase, please visit the Interactive Innovation Awards page.
November 15, 2019
Join the ranks of SXSW Pitch alumni gaining millions in funding along the way with a combined total of over $6.6 billion.
Pitch your innovative startup at the 12th annual SXSW Pitch (formally SXSW Accelerator) in front of a live audience and panel of expert judges. Learn about eligibility and 2020 categories.
November 22, 2019
Place by Design is SXSW’s public space design competition, celebrating transformative work at the intersection of art, technology, and design that rethinks how we use and interact with the places around us. Learn More »
December 6, 2019
David Carr Prize Essay Deadline
David Carr was a journalist, author, and longtime speaker at SXSW before his passing in 2015. All high school, undergraduate, and graduate students (PhD & Masters included) are invited to honor David Carr’s interest in the convergence of new media, technology, and culture by entering an essay or short story following a prompt. Learn More »
December 12, 2019
Film Festival Submissions Final Deadline
Final Deadline for Texas High School Shorts and Title Sequences.
Learn more about submitting to the 2019 SXSW Film Festival and view all deadline periods here.
March 13, 2020
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2020 SXSW registration opens on August 1, 2019. Stay tuned for more information.
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