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SXSW Conference & Festivals 2027
March 15, 2027 - March 21, 2027
Austin, United States
About SXSW Conference & Festivals
Annual conglomeration of parallel film, interactive media, and music festivals and conferences that has grown into a global business gathering.
SXSW 2027
SXSW 2027 runs 15–21 March 2027 across downtown Austin, Texas.
SXSW Conference & Festivals combines conference programming on technology, innovation and culture with film and TV screenings, live music showcases and comedy, spread across the convention center, hotels and venues throughout downtown Austin.
For exhibitors and sponsors it is less a trade show than a convergence festival — the annual collision point of tech, media and entertainment.
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Key Topics
- Innovation and technology
- Film and television
- Music festival and live performances
- Comedy
- Brand activations
Upcoming Tech Conferences
All tech conferences →Before you go to SXSW Conference & Festivals 2027
For Attendees · 4 min read
Trade Show vs Convention vs Conference vs Expo
What actually separates a trade show from a convention, conference, or expo — and how to figure out which one you're attending.
For Exhibitors · 5 min read
Trade Show Booth Sizes Explained: 10×10, 10×20, Island, and Beyond
The standard booth dimensions, what fits inside each, and how to pick the right size for your goals and budget.
For Attendees · 5 min read
How to Attend Trade Shows for Free (or Almost Free)
Seven legitimate ways to skip the $1,000+ registration fee — and what each requires.