Secure your insider perk before badges go on sale

March 13-16 | Austin, TX

Claim Your Insider Perk for 2027

Sign up now for 10% off your badge when registration opens later this year.
The countdown to 2027 is on—stay ready for what's next.

Ways to save

Group Rates

Bring your group to attend SXSW EDU! Register with your friends or coworkers and unlock an exclusive discount off each registration. Enjoy this opportunity to share the experience, network with colleagues, and gain valuable insights as a team.

  • Group size 10–14
    10% discount
  • Group size 15–19
    15% discount
  • Group size 20-24
    20% discount
  • Group size 25+
    special discount
Group Rates

Student & Early Career Discounts

Kickstart your career at SXSW EDU! Students and recent graduates can get a significant discount on their SXSW EDU badge. It's your chance to gain professional exposure, grow your professional network, and spark inspiration for a fraction of the cost.

  • Students
    50% Discount
  • First Year Post-Graduation
    40% Discount
  • Second Year Post-Graduation
    30% Discount
Student & Early Career Discounts

SXSW EDU 2026 FAQs

The Austin Convention Center is undergoing a complete redesign until 2029, and we’re taking this opportunity to reinvent spaces to enable new ways to connect and bring the SXSW EDU community together.

Explore this year’s venues and what you can expect at SXSW EDU 2026.

SXSW EDU partners with the best hotels in the downtown area so that you can stay close to the event at exclusive low rates. Once you register to attend, you will receive access to book with SXSW EDU Housing for the best options.

Dive into our Hotel Guide to plan your SXSW EDU stay.

New for 2026, we’re offering Music Wristbands as an add-on when you check out for SXSW EDU for those interested in seeing showcases during SXSW.

SXSW EDU takes place March 9-12 and SXSW Music takes place March 12-18. If interested in attending more music showcases, add on a Music Wristband purchase at checkout.

We have answers! Check out our FAQs.