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South by southwest SYDNEY.
BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO INSPIRE THE UNEXPECTED.

SXSW Sydney - 7 days of creativity and innovation, with over 1600 sessions and events including 400+ conference sessions, 150 professional development opportunities, 300+ music performances, 95 film screenings, 150 games and more than 400 brand-led events.  

Diverse topics and voices converge to shape the future, unlike anything else in the region. Join us for SXSW Sydney 2025, from October 13 to 19, for one day up to a whole week.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT SXSW SYDNEY

“SXSW Sydney reminded me... to keep looking up and out for those wildly imaginative ideas that could change the worlds in which we all live.”

Katie Rigg-Smith
Chief Strategy Officer at WPP Australia & New Zealand

“You can now call the huge event a fixture of not just the Harbour City's cultural calendar, but also Australia's.”

Concrete Playground

“Week-long ‘Olympics of the mind’ will showcase cutting-edge film, gigs, talks and much more.”

The Guardian

“Conversations that started in those hallways led to opportunities I hadn’t anticipated -  collaborations, speaking invitations, and projects that pushed my work forward.”

Patricia Haueiss
Speaker, 2024.

“SXSW Sydney is Good Chaos, so just embrace it.”

Damon Klotz
Culture Amp

"We’re still buzzing from the incredible energy and inspiring connections."

Rikta.ai
Start Up Village

“The SXSW attendees were a switched-on bunch; we made some real connections for future collaboration and partnership. Mission accomplished for sure”.

Dr Ben Swift
ANU School of Cybernetics

"Obsession is curiosity that never gets tired. If you have it—lean into it."

Ben Shewry
Attica, SXSW Sydney 2024

"SXSW has left me inspired and hopeful that we are on the cusp of a genuinely transformative era for our industry and humanity."

James Bush
head of creative technology at Synergy

“These speakers signal the event’s deep dive into the world’s most urgent conversations – AI and the future of work, quantum technologies, cybersecurity, climate resilience, creative industry disruption, and inclusive leadership.”

Jade Kennedy
The Music Network

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COLLABORATE

Learn how to submit your work, apply to talk or perform, or showcase your brand at SXSW Sydney 2025.

CONFERENCE

Discover the latest in Tech & Innovation, Business & Leadership, Marketing & Media, Culture & Lifestyle, Future & Sustainability, and the Creative Industries.

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TECH & INNOVATION FESTIVAL

Prepare to uncover the unexpected across the Conference and Expo - ground-breaking technologies and ideas that are shaping the world.

SCREEN FESTIVAL

Explore the future of the screen industry with visionary creators and leaders who are breaking new ground, with a showcase of incredible work.

MUSIC FESTIVAL

Experience the captivating emergence of talented artists from across the Asia Pacific region, as they make their mark on the global stage.

GAMEs FESTIVAL

Discover the incredible potential of the games industry, up close and personal with the creators and leaders who are driving it forward.

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Platinum Pass

For the ultimate 7-day SXSW SYDNEY EXPERIENCE

$1,495

$1,395

+ Booking Fee
Pro Pass

7-day Conference, Expo + Festivals Experience

$995

$895

+ Booking Fee
Conference Day Pass

One day Conference Experience

$695

$595

+ Booking Fee
Festival Wristband

MULTI-DAY MUSIC, GAMES OR SCREEN SHOWCASE

$140

$120

+ Booking Fee

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