Having a buddy system and a plan for keeping tabs on your crew will ensure that you all enjoy the fest and stay away from creepy situations. Austin is a relatively safe city but things happen. There’s a lot going on during the fest, and, let’s be real, a lot of drinking, and it’s easy to get confused and lost in all the bustle. You remember the buddy system from elementary school field trips? As in, always stay with your buddy and don’t get lost? Well, same rules apply during South by Southwest. In the past, it has been hard to get a ride so be prepared and book early, like before you actually need it, to ensure a timely ride. If the weather is sketchy, there is always Uber and Lyft. There is also a pedestrian trail that goes along the lake. Austin is very bike friendly and has many dedicated bike routes. As long as the weather allows, a bike to get between venues and downtown is the best way to avoid traffic. Road closures don’t make things any easier. If you rent a car, understand that it might be more hassle to park than it’s worth. This local won’t even cross the river during south by southwest without a solid parking plan. Plan out your transportation situation.Īustin traffic is gawd awful on a normal Wednesday, and during south by southwest it’s practically at a standstill downtown. Bring at least one good pair of rain shoes so you don’t ruin those cute festival booties you just paid half a month’s salary for. Going back to the point above, remember that it could be rainy and muddy. If your shoe game is strong but not exactly good for long walks, consider bringing a set of comfy sneakers to wear in between venues. If you don’t have the right shoes you will be bummed. You will be doing a lot of walking during south by. If the weather is nice, you won’t want to miss a chance to refresh yourself with a dip in Barton Springs, opens march 10 or 11. Pack clothes that can be layered and bring at least one good coat and rain slicker as well as your swimsuit and towel. Like the saying goes, you just never know what you’re going to get. Just as common are magnificently mild and sunny days. Sudden cold fronts, warm fronts and thunderstorms are common. Austin weather is notoriously unpredictable, especially in the spring. Wardrobe prep is key to enjoying all of the outdoor events during SXSW. Here are some helpful tips to help you make the best out of your fest. If you want to make the most of your SXSW 2023 experience, you’re going to want to prepare. With over a million people expected to arrive in town for the festivities, SXSW turns the city upside down for a few weeks at least. Navigating SXSW these days takes a little bit more planning, ok, a lot more planning, than it used to “back in the day” (as we locals love to say). Ten years later, that number had doubled again. Ten years later, in 2004, there were 1,279 showcasing acts in more than 50 venues. Acts included Beck, Ben Harper and Johnny Cash. In 1994, 482 artists performed in 30 venues. In 1988, SXSW boasted 417 showcasing artists on 27 stages. Over the last 3 decades, the festival has evolved from a small super cool thing, showcasing of mostly unknown musicians performing at a handful of clubs downtown, attempting to get signed by record labels, to a multi-million dollar, star-studded event. This year, 2023, will be the 36th anniversary of SXSW. Not to worry-we’ve mapped out a series of stylish, event-specific hair and makeup ideas to take you through each of the SXSW conferences, whether you’re staring down Ryan Gosling at a screening, introducing your company’s killer app, or standing front row at the Clean Bandit show.The unadulterated spectacle of music, fashion and generally boozy good times known as South by Southwest is quickly approaching. It would not, for example, be a great idea to arrive amongst the MacBook-wielding attendees at a tech workshop with mosh pit hair and a backpack full of body glitter (unless that is also your daily office look). Because beyond their SXSW branding and quirky Austin appeal, the music, film, and tech fests don’t have much in common aesthetically speaking. With so much going on, even an expert dopp-kit packer can get confused. South by Southwest is almost upon us, but before you head to Austin, consider this: Which SXSW are you attending? It's a serious question these days-what started as a much-loved local music festival has become a marathon of events that now includes one of the world’s biggest tech meet-ups, an indie band extravaganza, and a cult alt film conference, too.
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