We look forward to welcoming everyone to Austin next March.
The safety of our SXSW community continues to be a top priority. As we did in previous years, we will liaise with local health authorities regarding our on-site precautions and mitigations applicable or necessary for SXSW 2024, including the Austin Public Health Guidelines for Special Events.
SXSW 2023 Guidelines:
- Covid-19 Vaccinations, and applicable boosters, are recommended for all attendees and participants.
- We strongly recommend that you self-test before attending SXSW.
- Masks will be available at SXSW Information and Accessibility Desks, and are encouraged.
- We plan to have Covid-19 home antigen tests available for sale on-site. Quantities may vary.
- Testing is available for low or no-cost at the following:
- CVS Health
- Walgreens
- Tarrytown Pharmacy
- A health center near you. Please call ahead to make an appointment.
- Further local testing information can be found at the Texas health department's website.
- We ask that all attendees and participants follow our Health Pledge
- You are committed to:
- Practicing respiratory etiquette, such as masking and / or covering your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing.
- Exercising good hygiene, such as frequently washing or sanitizing your hands.
- Staying up to date with the CDC’s recommendations for Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters approved by the CDC for travel to the US.
- You will not work or attend any SXSW affiliated event if any of the following apply to you:
- You have tested positive for COVID-19 and have not completed the CDC’s guidelines for discontinuing isolation.
- You are experiencing symptoms consistent with Covid-19.
- You have had close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, and you have not completed the Quarantine Guidelines recommended by the CDC.
- You are committed to: