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The SXSW Schedule is your source to find official SXSW Free Events in one spot. Find free favorites like gig-poster heaven, Flatstock 92, and Austin Industry Day (March 13) at the Creative Industries Expo.
Returning to Austin for it's second-annual showcase, Rolling Stone's Future of Music features some exciting names including Peso Pluma, Teezo Touchdown, Young Miko, Flo Milli, Uncle Waffles, Faye Webster, and more. Don't miss out on this exciting lineup set to take the stage on March 12–15 at ACL Live at the Moody Theater in Austin.
Those without a SXSW credential may RSVP for admission on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVP does not guarantee admission. SXSW Badge and Wristband Holders receive priority admission. RSVP HERE.
(March 14-16 – Lady Bird Lake)
The SXSW Community Concerts at Lady Bird Lake features a three-day series of concert events that are free, family-friendly and open to the public. Bring a picnic or enjoy food from local food trucks and beverages in The Beer Garden.
2024 Community Concerts Details
Experience live FC esports in a festival atmosphere! Professional FC 24 gamers, each representing an MLS Club, will be battling on stage at the iconic ACL Live to be crowned the best FC player in North America. eMLS Cup is an Official Qualifying Event of EA SPORTS FC Pro. The top 2 finishers at eMLS Cup progress to FC World Championship where they can be crowned the best FC player in the world.
POINT A, artists Andrew Schneider and Annie Saunders, have partnered with the Long Center to create a new site-specific soundwalk, free and open to the public. Eclipsing was made in collaboration with astrophysicists and the local community, using recordings made from the environment and serendipitous storytelling. Accessed in public space with headphones, the walk is full of ‘was-that-part-of-it’ moments. Audience members will embark on a journey starting at the Long Center and then on to the Trail at Lady Bird Lake. Binaural sound design is activated by precise location and time of day, narration is researched, created, and recorded on location in Austin, and live interactions are hidden in plain sight. Just another day – regular people doing regular things – and then all suddenly, magically synchronous. Like an eclipse.
Variety’s annual Power of Comedy event is returning to SXSW 2024 as part of the official Comedy lineup! On March 8, Samantha Bee, John Leguizamo, Nick Kroll, Lilly Singh, and other comedy icons will be honored at ACL Live in downtown Austin. Tickets are available to the public for purchase here.
Taking place at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park, Billboard Presents THE STAGE at SXSW will kick-off on March 14 with an exciting R&B night headlined by Canadian singer-songwriter and record producer PARTYNEXTDOOR. Up next on March 15, the Latin night will open with TJ the DJ followed by Christian Nodal. For the grand finale, DJ Sober will start off dance night with electronic music titan ILLENIUM on March 16 presented by Carnival Cruise Line. Billboard Presents THE STAGE at SXSW benefits the Waterloo Greenway Conservancy.
Delta SkyMiles® Medallion Members get presale ticket access for all three days. Tickets are limited, so get yours while supplies last. Tickets are available for purchase HERE.
For 2024, the SXSW Film & TV Festival will be releasing a limited number of Public Pre-Sale tickets for sale for select venues and screenings. Public Pre-Sale Tickets will be available at the Paramount, Stateside, ZACH, and AFS theaters for select films only.
Do you have a badge, but want a friend to join you at an eligible film? Are you without a badge, but still want to participate at certain events? Whatever the reason, SXSW Film & TV Festival’s Public Pre-Sale Tickets are here to help!
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