SXSW is my personal favorite time of the year in Austin, Texas. The weather starts to turn a corner, and it is the perfect week to spend outdoors jumping from panel to networking event to late night party. The list of events can be extremely overwhelming, so I have rounded up a list of the events I am most looking forward to this year (both official & unofficial).
From one seasoned pro, to one soon to be seasoned pro. SXSW on!
Official Events:
Audible presents The Night Realm Tavern of “Heads Will Roll” (Javelina Bar)”
Amazon’s Audible + Broadway Video will be taking over Javelina Bar on Rainey Street on Friday, March 8th-Sunday, March 10th from 12-8pm for the unveiling of their first Audible Original, “Heads Will Roll,” co-created by and co-starring Kate McKinnon (Saturday Night Live) and Emily Lynne (Netflix).
Internationally renowned art curator Lana Carlson and Leslie Gossett, Broker Associate at Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty, bring their experiential art concept HOUSE OF L to SXSW 2019 Friday March 8th-Sunday March 10th for a weekend filled with artful programming at East Austin’s Pershing.
Netflix ‘The Highwaymen’ House (Banger’s Basement):
In the dark corners of a speakeasy, just about anybody could be on the wrong side of the law. Transport yourself to 1934, and enter Netflix ‘The Highwaymen’ House at Banger’s Basement! Each night of programming will offer immersive experiences and surprise musical guests that you will not want to miss. Night one, 3/9, features the lovely Jessica Pratt.
The Showtime House of Music (Clive Bar):
The SHOWTIME House returns to Clive Bar on Rainey on March 11-13. Monday rocks for music documentaries. Tuesday’s a party in honor of THE CHI and BLACK MONDAY, and Wednesday’s wild at The SHOWTIME House of SHAMELESS fun. With exciting performances from Grammy Lifetime Award winner Mavis Staples, DJ Spinderella, Mike Krol, Flint Eastwood and many more, there will also be special appearances by Paul Scheer (Black Monday) and Jacob Latimore (The Chi). We’ll be giving away SHOWTIME gift cards to the first 100 guests each day.
Dr. Martens Presents (Container Bar):
Come check out a killer line-up with bands like Japanese Breakfast, Broken Social Scene, Tierra Whack, Cherry Glazerr, The Joy Formidable, and more. While you’re there, stop by our tattoo shop for a new piece of flash or pick up a fresh pair of Docs at our pop-up shop.
Next Level Apparel Pop-Up (Clive Bar):
Heritage fashion brand, Next Level Apparel, is popping up SXSW and outfitting festival goers with their own personalized #FavoriteTee ! Swing by Clive Bar to see amazing live musical showcases and surprise guests!#NextLevelApparel #SXSW2019
Non Official:
Rent the Runway X West Elm Pop-Up (West Elm on W. 5th St.)
In celebration of Rent the Runway and West Elm’s new home partnership collection, they will be popping up in Austin on Saturday, March 9th and Sunday, March 10th. Guests will enjoy cosmic readings by Sanctuary, customizable DIY bag station, hair and makeup styling by beGlammed, professional portrait sessions as well as light bites, drinks, and live music. Additionally, all guests will receive an exclusive offer of $80 off their first two months of RTR Unlimited.
Amazon Prime Video Brings the Apocalypse to Austin (The Driskill)
From 3/8 to 3/11, SXSW festival-goers and locals will be immersed in the Garden of Earthly Delights, a secluded oasis from the impending End that will bring to life the world of Good Omens. The activation will include a “secret” garden featuring a massive, 20+ foot tree at the center that serves premium wine and beer out of its trunk, a Hellhound Puppy Pen where guests can adopt their own furry friends, a pop up of A.Z. Fell & Co., straight from the book.
Austin Monthly + Texas Music Bands to Watch (Scholz Beer Garden)
Join Austin Monthly and Texas Music for a full-day lineup of bands hand-picked by the Austin Monthly staff on March 15th from 12-9pm. Admission is free with RSVP.
Create & Cultivate SXSW Austin PopUp (The Allan House):
Create and Cultivate will be popping up in Austin on March 10th to host a day-long series of panels featuring several Texas-based influencers, such as Camille Styles, Dani Austin, Genevieve Padalecki, Jessi Afshin, and Camila Alves. RSVP above. This was a packed event last year, so we recommend getting on the list ASAP.
Revival Experience (Camp Lucy):
The first-ever Revival experience is set to take place just minutes outside of downtown Austin at Camp Lucy, an elegant ranch-style resort located in the rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country in Dripping Springs, Texas on Wednesday, March 13th. Revival at Camp Lucy will offer attendees an up-close-and-personal music experience featuring a carefully selected and dynamic lineup of music performers, all of whom were handpicked by local Austin musician and event curator Matthew Logan Vasquez, widely known as the co-founder and frontman for the critically-acclaimed indie rock group Delta Spirit. Currently wrapping up production on his latest album, Light’n Up, which is set to be released this February before Revival at Camp Lucy, Vasquez will also perform at the event.
Wanderlust Free Outdoor Yoga in Republic Square Park
Join Wanderlust Yoga for a free 60 minute vinyasa classes with beats by DJ Alfa Leone in Republic Square Park (the heart of Downtown Austin). Yoga will take place each day Friday, March 8th- Saturday, March 16th, times vary.
Third Annual CinderBLOCK PARTY (The Cabana):
CinderBLOCK the Dallas-based music video production company invites you to come relax poolside with live music, food, and drinks all day Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 12pm at the 3rd Annual CinderBLOCK PARTY. Tickets are available for purchase online.
