We have compiled an exhaustive list of all the various parties & events at the upcoming SXSW Interactive 2009 festival in Austin. In addition we've created an interactive guide to the various talks & panels to help you plan & manage your schedule.
Celebrating the best minds and the brightest personalities of emerging technology, the 2009 SXSW Interactive festival in March 2009 promises to be yet another illuminating event. With five days of panels (including more advanced and technical sessions than we have done in the past), plus a focus on business and social media, SXSWi attracts digital ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX
BarCampAustin 3 was such a huge success as no one was maimed, or killed (barely) and everybody seemed to enjoy the Unicorn at Karaoke Apocalypse. However, we know what everyone wants to see....so here it is! ... More Details
Do you dream in binary? Is your smartphone surgically attached to your hand? Do you get heart palpitations at the thought of limited WiFi? Are you the epicenter for the latest trends and snarky conversation?
You know who you are, and we want you!
PepsiCo supports and enables your digital lifestyle at SXSW '09. Check out the PepsiCo Podcast Pl ... More Details
SXSW Interactive The SXSW INTERACTIVE FESTIVAL celebrates the creativity and passion behind the coolest new media technologies. In addition to panel sessions that cover everything from web design to bootstrapping to social networks, attendees make new business connections at the three-day Trade Show & Exhibition. The newest element of the event is ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
Join Refreshers from around the world to trade tips and tricks at B.D. Riley's Pub. This is a great chance to meet up with old friends and make new ones prior to the panels and the parties.
We don't have sponsors, so people will need to cover their own food and drinks, but the pub has assured us that they are very happy to accommodate separate t ... More Details
You learn a lot about people when you play games with them. During the lunchtime break, bring your Nintendo DS and join us for a game of Mario Kart. Meet by the Lego Tables, bring your lunch and feel free to throw your banana peel under the tires of your biggest rival.
If Mario Kart is too old school for you, bring your favorite DS game and we'l ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin,, TX
SXSW Interactive is powered by the one thing that binds us together, you. It is a congregation of wisdom, artistry, and poetry and it is the foundation for why we each make this annual migration to Austin, Texas.
This year we have something very special lined up for the 2009 SXSWi, and your presence is formally requested. Join us at The TechSet ... More Details
ScreenBurn at SXSW Interactive is the video game element of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Interactive festival. ScreenBurn takes SXSW to the next level in terms of bringing together new media, music, film and the exploding world of video games.
* Explore the newest innovations in video games in the ScreenBurn Arcade — all free and open to ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
Running W/ SXSWissors is the Official SXSW Interactive mobile interactive game, where you will meet tons of people, experience all aspects of the conference, create outrageous online content, interact with zany actors, and have an incredible time doing it! We are officially kicking off the game and introducing The Go Game, the folks behind the fes ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX
Yo! Kick off SXSW Interactive at the 97bottles Happy Hour, at the Gingerman Pub in Austin. Join us on the back patio from 5-6pm on Friday, 3/13/09, for awesomeness.
Beers and snacks are TOTALLY FREE, but there's a catch: You have to find a [Blue Flavor team member] at the conference to acquire a special 97bottles button beforehand. Show us the b ... More Details
Come celebrate diversity through inclusion at SXSW at the first-ever Blacks in Technology Meetup from 6:00-9:00 pm on Friday, March 13 at the Carver Museum and Cultural Center (1165 Angelina Street). Hosted by Ogilvy, this event is open to new media professionals as well as those who are hoping to break into this industry. No badge required to atte ... More Details
George Washington Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX
Soft launch into the 2009 SXSW Interactive Festival experience with the Friday Night Mix at Six. Hosted by Social Media Group, this official pre-party provides a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new connections. Enjoy great views of downtown Austin from the rooftop deck and expanded room to network in the adjoining Tap Room! ... More Details
Six Lounge and The Tap Room, 117 W 4th St, Austin, TX
SMG is all about bringing beverages to the people! This year we’re very proud to announce that we’re sponsoring the official launch party at SxSWi - the Mix at Six.
For those of you unfamiliar with SxSWi, it is one of the premier social technology conferences, and an event many of us in “the space” look forward to every year:
SXSW ... More Details
Six Lounge and The Tap Room, 117 W 4th St, Austin, TX
Come and join the Buzz Out Loud crew as they visit South by Southwest! Tom Merritt, Natali del Conte and Jason Howell will be on hand. See you there! ... More Details
Just as they finish their groundbreaking violent video-game masterpiece, the two gaming legends known as THE TWO BOBS discover that their precious game-software has been stolen... and with it, their livelihoods, genius reputations, everything they own. ... More Details
I am trying this year to mobilize a group UI designers, interaction designers, and front-end gurus for discussions, networking, and sharing experiences.
Last year we had a very small group I would like to get even more people together. Meet up at 7:00 p.m. near the "LEGO" area at the convention center.
More information to come! ... More Details
Last year's coworking meetup was a smashing success, so we've decided to do it again. We're expecting coworkers and coworking gurus from all over the world to attend.
Come enjoy the unique and stylish period-specific décor that conjures scenes from Las Vegas and Palm Springs during the Sinatra era. You'll be surrounded by incredible and pioneering entrepreneurs and influencers as we create our own Rat Pack rich with relationships that will propel us long after the curtain closes on SXSWi 09. Hosted by TechSet a ... More Details
The Austin Museum of Digital Art presents a party featuring live electronic music and visual art. Expect video projections, interactive installations, and a Laptop Battle with musicians competing to outperform one another in a series of elimination rounds. Free for Interactive badge holders. www.amoda.org ... More Details
Want to have your cake and eat it too? Well, with the magic of Austin's newest culinary trend, and the help of our finest performers, now you can! Come to Emo's to celebrate the cutest confections that amateur and professional cupcakers have to offer. And, while you're wiping that icing off your 'stache, watch some of the finest tassel-twirling yo ... More Details
Celebrating the best minds and the brightest personalities of emerging technology, the 2009 SXSW Interactive festival in March 2009 promises to be yet another illuminating event. With five days of panels (including more advanced and technical sessions than we have done in the past), plus a focus on business and social media, SXSWi attracts digital ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX
BarCampAustin 3 was such a huge success as no one was maimed, or killed (barely) and everybody seemed to enjoy the Unicorn at Karaoke Apocalypse. However, we know what everyone wants to see....so here it is! ... More Details
Do you dream in binary? Is your smartphone surgically attached to your hand? Do you get heart palpitations at the thought of limited WiFi? Are you the epicenter for the latest trends and snarky conversation?
You know who you are, and we want you!
PepsiCo supports and enables your digital lifestyle at SXSW '09. Check out the PepsiCo Podcast Pl ... More Details
SXSW Interactive The SXSW INTERACTIVE FESTIVAL celebrates the creativity and passion behind the coolest new media technologies. In addition to panel sessions that cover everything from web design to bootstrapping to social networks, attendees make new business connections at the three-day Trade Show & Exhibition. The newest element of the event is ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
Get ready to participate in the Circus Mashimus! The contest takes place Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th. We will provide the space, the food, the beer and most importantly the APIs to spur on your creative juices. Create a mashup using one or more of the participating APIs and you can be eligible to win very cool prize. Start your mash ... More Details
Join Adobe platform evangelist Ryan Stewart and Global Strategies Flash expert Damien Bianchi as they cover Flash, RIA & SEO.
Flash, SEO and Bacon SXSW Tweet - up
Saturday March 14, 9:30 - 11 AM
For members of the my.SXSW Flash and AIR groups... but we know you really want to come to the Tweet-up for the Bacon!
Residence Inn by Marriott / ... More Details
Residence Inn by Marriott / Champions Restaurant, 300 East 4th Street, Austin, TX
Whether you are new to SXSW or an old hat, if you work in the library or info science field as a librarian or not, come to lunch!
Eat/drink with your fellow information professionals. Use the words gatekeepers and cherrypicking. Snicker about your out of touch colleagues. Ask for advice/help from others who've been there. Bitch about Michael Gor ... More Details
Iron Cactus, 606 Trinity Street
6th Ave, Austin, TX
SXSW Interactive is powered by the one thing that binds us together, you. It is a congregation of wisdom, artistry, and poetry and it is the foundation for why we each make this annual migration to Austin, Texas.
This year we have something very special lined up for the 2009 SXSWi, and your presence is formally requested. Join us at The TechSet ... More Details
Social Media for Theaters
Every member of your theater is being asked to do more marketing with less money and time. Luckily for you, there are plenty of free (or low cost) tools available that will help you market your theater, shows and build relationships with others online.
Chicago-based social media coach Leah Jones is pleased to be work ... More Details
Austin Circle of Theaters' Studio, 701 Tillery Street #9, Austin, TX
ScreenBurn at SXSW Interactive is the video game element of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Interactive festival. ScreenBurn takes SXSW to the next level in terms of bringing together new media, music, film and the exploding world of video games.
* Explore the newest innovations in video games in the ScreenBurn Arcade — all free and open to ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
Bike Hugger is bringing the party back to SXSW with 43% more bike culture. The Mobile Social is an intersection of bikes, technology, and culture. We ride, blog, party, and give away product.
This event is for the Urban Ride. Meet at the Susanna Dickinson House in Brush Square Park. ... More Details
It's pedals not panels at the Mobile Social BBQ. Music. Food. Beer. Schwag. Raffle. Explore the intersection of bikes, technology, and culture with Bike Hugger. Sycons, the DJs of the Sun to perform.
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Join us for conversation, food & drinks, music, and special guests. For updates join PBS Engage/SXSW event on Facebook & pbs.org/sxsw. ... More Details
Think of it as a science fair with free beer. Ample doses of electricity, tomfoolery, mayhem, makers and music combine to form one exquisite geek talent show. Sponsored by SXSW Interactive, the International Game Developer's Association of Austin and the Digital Media Council. ... More Details
Brush Square Park East Tent, across from the Austin Convention Center, Austin, TX
SXSW and the Boagworld Web Design Podcast have teamed up to do a live recording from the floor of SXSW.
We are going to do things a little differently for this special show. Instead of our normal format, we are going to host a round table discussion where you the audience will dictate the topics.
Participants will include...
Paul Boag - Fo ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez Street, Austin,, TX
It's the return of the biggest party at SXSWi - the second annual Bigg Digg Shindigg, Now with 100% More Diggnation!
Come join Revision3 & Digg for an evening of revelry, music & mayhem at the world famous Stubbs BBQ. We're featuring a live Diggnation, great music from acclaimed band Republic Tigers, DJ Mancub (Space Cowboys) spinning tunes late ... More Details
This is the legendary frog design party you've always been hearing about. Officially kick off the 16th year of SXSW Interactive at this unforgettable party! ... More Details
Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St, Austin, TX
The Austin Museum of Digital Art presents a party featuring live electronic music and visual art. Expect video projections, interactive installations, and a Laptop Battle with musicians competing to outperform one another in a series of elimination rounds. Free for Interactive badge holders. www.amoda.org ... More Details
Want to have your cake and eat it too? Well, with the magic of Austin's newest culinary trend, and the help of our finest performers, now you can! Come to Emo's to celebrate the cutest confections that amateur and professional cupcakers have to offer. And, while you're wiping that icing off your 'stache, watch some of the finest tassel-twirling yo ... More Details
Make Music Talk Music: SXSW INTERACTIVE. Video projections, Maker Faire-friendly demos, live music by Peel, MVSCLZ, Neiliyo, Bleep Labs, Black Magic Rollercoaster. Presented by DIY Danna Communications, Make Magazine, and surprise guests. Live music, interactive, film show Saturday, March 14, 10pm-12am, DJ Mel after 12am. Beauty Bar, 617 E. 7th. 21 ... More Details
Happy Cog presents it's first annual SXSWi karaoke competition. Join us for an open bar, unprecedented talent and demoralizing shame and regret. Sweet prizes for the winners. Hosted by Keyboard Man. ... More Details
The Scoot Inn, 1308 E 4th St @ Navasota, Austin, TX
Share a drink with us at the swank Belmont Lounge. Save a bit of room on your busy Saturday night calendar. Open bar makes for open minds. Sponsored by Toobla, Mule Design & Brian Oberkirch. ... More Details
BarCampAustin 3 was such a huge success as no one was maimed, or killed (barely) and everybody seemed to enjoy the Unicorn at Karaoke Apocalypse. However, we know what everyone wants to see....so here it is! ... More Details
Celebrating the best minds and the brightest personalities of emerging technology, the 2009 SXSW Interactive festival in March 2009 promises to be yet another illuminating event. With five days of panels (including more advanced and technical sessions than we have done in the past), plus a focus on business and social media, SXSWi attracts digital ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX
Do you dream in binary? Is your smartphone surgically attached to your hand? Do you get heart palpitations at the thought of limited WiFi? Are you the epicenter for the latest trends and snarky conversation?
You know who you are, and we want you!
PepsiCo supports and enables your digital lifestyle at SXSW '09. Check out the PepsiCo Podcast Pl ... More Details
SXSW Interactive The SXSW INTERACTIVE FESTIVAL celebrates the creativity and passion behind the coolest new media technologies. In addition to panel sessions that cover everything from web design to bootstrapping to social networks, attendees make new business connections at the three-day Trade Show & Exhibition. The newest element of the event is ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
Get ready to participate in the Circus Mashimus! The contest takes place Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th. We will provide the space, the food, the beer and most importantly the APIs to spur on your creative juices. Create a mashup using one or more of the participating APIs and you can be eligible to win very cool prize. Start your mash ... More Details
SXSW Interactive is powered by the one thing that binds us together, you. It is a congregation of wisdom, artistry, and poetry and it is the foundation for why we each make this annual migration to Austin, Texas.
This year we have something very special lined up for the 2009 SXSWi, and your presence is formally requested. Join us at The TechSet ... More Details
Join us for a deep-dive into Facebook Platform including the latest information on Facebook Connect, networking and a serious Q&A. To request an invite or get more info check out http://www.facebook.com/sxsw. ... More Details
Howdy WordPress lovers!
Come chat up some folks behind your favorite blogging platform at Austin's very first coworking space, Conjunctured!
There will be some tasty BBQ, beverages and cupcakes served up for you party people! This event is open to the public, so no need for a SXSW badge to join the fun! ... More Details
ScreenBurn at SXSW Interactive is the video game element of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Interactive festival. ScreenBurn takes SXSW to the next level in terms of bringing together new media, music, film and the exploding world of video games.
* Explore the newest innovations in video games in the ScreenBurn Arcade — all free and open to ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
Come and learn about TechStars at this meetup. David Cohen (Executive Director of TechStars) and past founders Matt Galligan of SocialThing, Emily Olson and Rob LaFave from Foodzie, and many more will be there.
NOTE: This is not a party. It's a very informal meetup. The party is later that same night.
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SXSW - The PureVolume House, 323 E 2nd St directly across the street from the convention center, Austin, TX
Once the daytime action in the Convention Center comes to an end, a wide array of evening events await.
Don't be shy -- evening events are a great way to make new friends, network and get inspired by fellow attendees. These meetups and parties are hosted by some of the hottest names in the Interactive industry, so you are sure to have a great ti ... More Details
Film + Interactive Trade Show, 500 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX
Join us for conversation, food & drinks, music, and special guests. For updates join PBS Engage/SXSW event on Facebook & pbs.org/sxsw. ... More Details
Once the daytime action in the Convention Center comes to an end, a wide array of evening events await.
Don't be shy -- evening events are a great way to make new friends, network and get inspired by fellow attendees. These meetups and parties are hosted by some of the hottest names in the Interactive industry, so you are sure to have a great ti ... More Details
Downtown Hilton Hotel,, 500 E 4th St 6th Floor Foyer, Austin, TX
Brian Solis will host a book signing at SXSW for his brand new book w/Deirdre Breakenridge, "Putting the Public Back in Public Relations: How Social Media is Reinventing the Aging Business of PR."
Hosted by Barnes and Noble and located on the Trade Show + Exhibition floor, the South by Bookstore is where registrants will find books, CDs and DVDs ... More Details
It's the return of the biggest party at SXSWi - the second annual Bigg Digg Shindigg, Now with 100% More Diggnation!
Come join Revision3 & Digg for an evening of revelry, music & mayhem at the world famous Stubbs BBQ. We're featuring a live Diggnation, great music from acclaimed band Republic Tigers, DJ Mancub (Space Cowboys) spinning tunes late ... More Details
You in higher education? You going to SXSW Interactive? Or you live in Austin? Or you just want to "show up?"
It's time for the annual SXSW Interactive Higher Education Meetup -- and this year, Tweetup! Come hobnob with other higher ed folks? Compare budget cuts! Tweet about it! Drink beer! ... More Details
Once the daytime action in the Convention Center comes to an end, a wide array of evening events await.
Don't be shy -- evening events are a great way to make new friends, network and get inspired by fellow attendees. These meetups and parties are hosted by some of the hottest names in the Interactive industry, so you are sure to have a great ti ... More Details
Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St, Austin, TX
Once the daytime action in the Convention Center comes to an end, a wide array of evening events await.
Don't be shy -- evening events are a great way to make new friends, network and get inspired by fellow attendees. These meetups and parties are hosted by some of the hottest names in the Interactive industry, so you are sure to have a great ti ... More Details
Downtown Hilton Hotel,, 500 E 4th St 6th Floor Foyer, Austin, TX
Pool 2.0 is an event at SxSW intended to whet the appetite for fun competition within the Web 2.0, Interactive and Social Media communities. To be emceed by Chris Heuer, Pool 2.0 is a 16 team single elimination 8-ball billiards tournament to be governed by the official rule book (whichever one we have on hand that evening). Held on Sunday March 15t ... More Details
Who: Gnomedex, Seesmic, Ping.fm, BlogHer and YOU!
What: MeetUp - Margaritas, Beer and a slammin' Taco Bar
When: March 15th, 2009 (9pm Until...?)
Where: Club De Ville: 900 Red River, Austin, TX 78701 512-457-0900
Why: There's nothing better than smart people, good food, great conversation and a relaxed atmosphere. Join us ... More Details
Hightail it over to the FG SQUARED shindig. It's gonna be aces--grab a highball on the house and knock back some buckshot with Austin's interactive marketing big leaguers. We'll have a cool cat spinning all of Frank's favorites, plus we're playing BINGO (you heard me, Daddy-O.) Swing, baby! ... More Details
Do you develop, design or dance like a superstar? Facebook is hosting a party with live entertainment for our developers and partners. Stay up-to-date on all the SXSW activities at http://www.facebook.com/sxsw. ... More Details
Make Music Talk Music: SXSW INTERACTIVE. Video projections, Maker Faire-friendly demos, live music by Peel, MVSCLZ, Neiliyo, Bleep Labs, Black Magic Rollercoaster. Presented by DIY Danna Communications, Make Magazine, and surprise guests. Live music, interactive, film show Saturday, March 14, 10pm-12am, DJ Mel after 12am. Beauty Bar, 617 E. 7th. 21 ... More Details
Happy Cog presents it's first annual SXSWi karaoke competition. Join us for an open bar, unprecedented talent and demoralizing shame and regret. Sweet prizes for the winners. Hosted by Keyboard Man. ... More Details
The Scoot Inn, 1308 E 4th St @ Navasota, Austin, TX
"It's about that time of year again! If you're heading down to Austin, Texas for South by Southwest, we hope you can join us and our friends from Blogger for a little party. Come, drink, and meet the fine folks behind Google Reader. We may even have a few things for early arrivals...
Bring an SXSW Interactive Badge, or find one of us or the Blog ... More Details
Share a drink with us at the swank Belmont Lounge. Save a bit of room on your busy Saturday night calendar. Open bar makes for open minds. Sponsored by Toobla, Mule Design & Brian Oberkirch. ... More Details
Celebrating the best minds and the brightest personalities of emerging technology, the 2009 SXSW Interactive festival in March 2009 promises to be yet another illuminating event. With five days of panels (including more advanced and technical sessions than we have done in the past), plus a focus on business and social media, SXSWi attracts digital ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX
Do you dream in binary? Is your smartphone surgically attached to your hand? Do you get heart palpitations at the thought of limited WiFi? Are you the epicenter for the latest trends and snarky conversation?
You know who you are, and we want you!
PepsiCo supports and enables your digital lifestyle at SXSW '09. Check out the PepsiCo Podcast Pl ... More Details
SXSW Interactive The SXSW INTERACTIVE FESTIVAL celebrates the creativity and passion behind the coolest new media technologies. In addition to panel sessions that cover everything from web design to bootstrapping to social networks, attendees make new business connections at the three-day Trade Show & Exhibition. The newest element of the event is ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
Showcasing Digital Convergence in Action
Two years ago, a San Francisco-based start-up released their little-known networking tool to SXSW Interactive attendees. The buzz they created via this process was incredible -- indeed, SXSW is credited as the tipping point for Twitter becoming a mainstay of the tech community.
Now there is a forum for ... More Details
At the Hilton Downtown, 500 East 4th Street, Austin, TX
This event showcases some of the web's most exciting new innovations, enabling the entrepreneurial visionaries behind these new products to demo their creations in front of a live audience of industry professionals and technology trend-settters.
For 2009, Microsoft BizSpark Accelerator at SXSW is divided into four categories that approximate the ... More Details
Downtown Austin Hilton, 500 East 4th Stree, Austin,, TX
Porter Novelli along with Jeff Pulver, Randi Zuckerberg and Stacey Monk will hold a special event at Stubb's Bar-B-Que - "Social Media for Social Good." RSVP to socialmedia@porternovelli.com ... More Details
League of Technical Voters is hosting an Ignite style talk on Transparent Government during SXSW.
Ignite style is 20 slides 15 sec per slide.
This will be great overview of some of the amazing projects currently underway in the transparent Government realm. It is also our kick off event for sunshineweek.org
The presentations are being vide ... More Details
Fiddlers hearth, 301 Barton Spring Rd., Austin, TX
SXSW Interactive is powered by the one thing that binds us together, you. It is a congregation of wisdom, artistry, and poetry and it is the foundation for why we each make this annual migration to Austin, Texas.
This year we have something very special lined up for the 2009 SXSWi, and your presence is formally requested. Join us at The TechSet ... More Details
Ruby on Rails enthusiasts are invited to join the Austin on Rails user group, FiveRuns, and OtherInbox for drinks, appetizers, pool, foosball, pinball, and air hockey! RSVP to sxsw@fiveruns.com. ... More Details
The Rec Room upstairs at Buffalo Billiards, 201 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Grab a margarita and take in panoramic views of the city from the tallest building in Austin, enjoy barbecue from the oldest BBQ joint in Texas, and talk advertising and design with the smartest folks in the business. Reserve your spot on the guest list at: ... More Details
Frost Bank Building, 17th Floor (401 Congress), Austin, TX
FREE to SXSW Badge Holders; $10 General Public Immersive cutting edge futures music, art, and performance extravaganza. Five bands on 3 stages and over 80 artists. Headliners include The Heather Gold Show, Bruce Sterling and Ian McLagan & The Bump Band. Plutopia.org/@plutopia. ... More Details
Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
Now in its 7th year of SXSW Interactive, Nuclear Taco Night is a celebration of masochistic cuisine. Join a loose confederation of geeks to share the tears of joy that only come from experiencing Austin's hottest underground tradition: nuclear tacos. Don't worry - there will be ice cream to cool off the taste buds and music from Austin favorite Hil ... More Details
Join us for conversation, food & drinks, music, and special guests. For updates join PBS Engage/SXSW event on Facebook & pbs.org/sxsw. ... More Details
The Go Game's extravaganza at Six will crown a champion of the three day, 24/7 Running With SXSWissors mobile game. Watch teams battle and be the first to experience the highly anticipated "Hijack the Band" game - where the audience controls the show! ... More Details
It’s that time of the year again, folks. That’s right, the 4th annual Godbit dinner! It’s hard to believe it’s been a full four years since the first one, but SXSW will soon be upon us, and we’re going to be getting together for some good ol’ fashioned fun. It will be the same place as last year, so it’ll be easy to find.
TGI Frida ... More Details
Just as they finish their groundbreaking violent video-game masterpiece, the two gaming legends known as THE TWO BOBS discover that their precious game-software has been stolen... and with it, their livelihoods, genius reputations, everything they own. ... More Details
20x2 is an ongoing project that exists to showcase the creativity that lurks in each of us. Writers, musicians, filmmakers, web geeks and other bon vivants are asked to take two minutes each to answer the question of the day. The results can be as varied as the emotions and reactions they evoke.
Since the first 20x2 at the South By Southwest int ... More Details
What happens when you take twenty hand-picked creatives, give them each two minutes and the same ethereal question to interpret before a live audience? In it's ninth SXSW, that's 20x2. Join us this year as we crack the code when asked "What's It Gonna Take?" Free to SXSW badgeholders. ... More Details
The Great British Booze-up is back for its third year, and this time it's personal.
Those lovely guys from Clearleft, Boagworld and Naklab have put some money behind the bar and will be treating our American cousins to a good old fashioned knees-up to a soundtrack of great British tunes, straight from the mixmaster himself, DJ Clagnut.
Choppa ... More Details
Once the daytime action in the Convention Center comes to an end, a wide array of evening events await.
Don't be shy -- evening events are a great way to make new friends, network and get inspired by fellow attendees. These meetups and parties are hosted by some of the hottest names in the Interactive industry, so you are sure to have a great ti ... More Details
Convio proudly presents the first-ever SXSW nonprofit technology bash, featuring Social Actions and the celebrity judges of their Change the Web Challenge. Join us for live music, drinks, nptech application demos and plenty of free swag! ... More Details
Join fellow Blurbarians at the Tap Room for a rockin time. Aside from the usual free drinks, we’ll have a sweet nacho bar and a slew of special guests. More info to come – check out the Blurb blog for all SXSW details as they’re announced! ... More Details
Celebrate Decider.com, the new website from The Onion and A.V. Club devoted to wise choices in arts & entertainment, food, and nightlife. Featuring The Lemurs, Low Line Caller, and more. Co-hosted with The Barbarian Group. ... More Details
Arts Fund presents live music & painting, Interactive video, food and drinks. Debuting two interactive web series: "Inspired By" featuring LEBO, and "The Veggie Bros" featuring LEBOstudios animation. ... More Details
'That's right! It's time for Mashable to shake things up in Austin during "Spring Break for Geeks", better known by it's official name of SXSW. We hear things are bigger in Texas and have been in the works on the Mashable SX Bash for months. Hard to believe it's right around the corner.
So mark your calendars and get ready to meet the Mashable c ... More Details
Do you develop, design or dance like a superstar? Facebook is hosting a party with live entertainment for our developers and partners. Stay up-to-date on all the SXSW activities at http://www.facebook.com/sxsw. ... More Details
"It's about that time of year again! If you're heading down to Austin, Texas for South by Southwest, we hope you can join us and our friends from Blogger for a little party. Come, drink, and meet the fine folks behind Google Reader. We may even have a few things for early arrivals...
Bring an SXSW Interactive Badge, or find one of us or the Blog ... More Details
Blue Flavor and Raincity Studios are proud to host the 4th annual South by Northwest (SXNW) geek fest party at the Iron Cactus in Downtown Austin.
This event hosted durring SXSW is always a blast! There is always plenty of free drinks and cool people to meet.
We book virtually the whole venue but please let us know you are coming so we can pl ... More Details
Iron Cactus, 606 Trinity Street at 6th Ave, Austin, TX
Celebrating the best minds and the brightest personalities of emerging technology, the 2009 SXSW Interactive festival in March 2009 promises to be yet another illuminating event. With five days of panels (including more advanced and technical sessions than we have done in the past), plus a focus on business and social media, SXSWi attracts digital ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 500 E Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX
Do you dream in binary? Is your smartphone surgically attached to your hand? Do you get heart palpitations at the thought of limited WiFi? Are you the epicenter for the latest trends and snarky conversation?
You know who you are, and we want you!
PepsiCo supports and enables your digital lifestyle at SXSW '09. Check out the PepsiCo Podcast Pl ... More Details
SXSW Interactive The SXSW INTERACTIVE FESTIVAL celebrates the creativity and passion behind the coolest new media technologies. In addition to panel sessions that cover everything from web design to bootstrapping to social networks, attendees make new business connections at the three-day Trade Show & Exhibition. The newest element of the event is ... More Details
Austin Convention Center, 505 Neches St, Austin, TX
The Great British Breakfast is a networking event organised by Digital Mission for 300 international digital practitioners, press and investors. Come along on Tuesday, 17th March from 10am until 12pm, to swap SXSWi stories and talk about all things digital, over a good ol' fashioned fry-up - Brit style.
The Great British Breakfast is free to att ... More Details
Old Pecan Street Cafe, 310 East Sixth Street, Austin, TX
SXSW Interactive is powered by the one thing that binds us together, you. It is a congregation of wisdom, artistry, and poetry and it is the foundation for why we each make this annual migration to Austin, Texas.
This year we have something very special lined up for the 2009 SXSWi, and your presence is formally requested. Join us at The TechSet ... More Details
Join us for a few hours of discussion about XMPP, the open messaging protocol used by Google Talk and many other products.
Jack Moffitt from Chesspark, an XMPP based online Chess site, will be in town during SXSW to facilitate a meetup of people interesting in learning more about this exciting technology and discuss interesting and creative uses ... More Details
What does it take to build a successful food blog? From niche single-food specific blogs like Cupcakes Take the Cake to broader blogs like Midtown Lunch, we'll share the secrets of making readers hungry for more and attracting press and advertisers. ... More Details
Once the daytime action in the Convention Center comes to an end, a wide array of evening events await.
Don't be shy -- evening events are a great way to make new friends, network and get inspired by fellow attendees. These meetups and parties are hosted by some of the hottest names in the Interactive industry, so you are sure to have a great ti ... More Details
Similar to last year (where End Sounds had a one time only Black Flag tribute band), we're having a one time only Minor Threat cover band (e.g. the band's not playing any other shows together ever) featuring:
- Guitar
- Zach Blair (Rise Against, GWAR, Only Crime, Hagfish)
- Drums
- Luke Abbey (Gorilla Biscuits)
- Split Bass Duties
- Mike He ... More Details
Blue Flavor and Raincity Studios are proud to host the 4th annual South by Northwest (SXNW) geek fest party at the Iron Cactus in Downtown Austin.
This event hosted durring SXSW is always a blast! There is always plenty of free drinks and cool people to meet.
We book virtually the whole venue but please let us know you are coming so we can pl ... More Details
Iron Cactus, 606 Trinity Street at 6th Ave, Austin, TX
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