SXSW Accepted Artists

My Official SXSW Showcase

• IMPORTANT REMINDER: Understanding the SXSW Artist Exclusivity Policy
• What are the next steps after I’m invited to perform?
• When/Where is my showcase?
• Event Recording and Licensing

Artist Admin

• What is Artist Admin?
• How do I access Artist Admin?
• How do I change or add contacts?
• How do I add band and crew members?
• How long will it take for my changes to appear online?
• I received a "No Artists Found" error message - what do I do?

Production

• What steps do I need to take to begin advancing production for my showcase?
• What equipment will be provided at the venue?
• Who is my stage manager?
• Who is my Assistant Production Manager (APM)?
• Where do I send my tech specs and stage plot?

Artist Credentials & Crew Wristbands

• Do I need to provide information for all performers and crew members in advance of SXSW?
• Can I buy wristbands for crew members if they want to attend the Music Festival?
• Do crew members need a wristband to work my showcase(s)?
• What access does an Artist Badge provide?

For All International SXSW Participants (Music Festival Artists, Filmmakers, Speakers, Registrants)

• IMPORTANT: READ THIS FIRST!
• What are some important terms and phrases?
• International travel tips
• What documents are needed for the B1/B2, O or P visas?
• Should I notify SXSW if I was accepted to speak or perform at SXSW but my visa is denied?
• What are SXSW’s policies regarding refunds and credentials?

For International Music Festival Artists

• IMPORTANT: READ THIS FIRST!
• As an International Artist, do I need a visa to perform at the SXSW Music Festival?
• As an International Artist from Canada do I need a visa to perform at the SXSW Music Festival?
• As an International Artist supported by an export office, funding body or other entity, do I need a certain visa type to perform at the SXSW Music Festival?
• As an International Artist, when should I start the visa process?
• As an International Artist, how do I obtain a Support Letter and/or Entry Letter from SXSW?

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Artist Housing & Travel

• Does SXSW pay for showcase artist housing & travel?
• What are my flight and airport options for traveling to Austin?
• What if the hotel I want is sold out, I'm having a problem finding a hotel room, or I still have questions?

Welcome to Austin!

• What is the weather in Austin like and what should I pack?
• What are some simple steps I can take to prepare for my SXSW experience?
• Food Recommendations
• Texas Drinking Laws