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It’s never been easier or more affordable to attend SXSW Sydney.

Early Bird 7-day Pass prices are $400 less than in 2024, buy early to save. And offered for the first time, a single-day Conference Day Pass. Along with the return of Music, Games and Screen Festival Wristbands, Innovation Expo Day Passes, single Movie Tickets and an extensive Free Program, there’s an option for everyone.
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Prices are subject to change, and credentials are limited. Booking fees and Terms & Conditions Apply.

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Passes

To attend the SXSW Sydney Conference, you’ll need a Pass. Choose from Platinum, Pro (with your choice of a Tech & Innovation, Music, Games or Screen focus) or the NEW Conference Day Pass. The Conference Day Pass is specifically for content in ICC Sydney from 9am to 5pm for one day only. Platinum and Pro Passes include 7-day access and festival content. Read on to find out more.

SXSW Sydney

PLATINUM Pass

For the ultimate 7-day SXSW SYDNEY EXPERIENCE

$1,495

$995*

  • Conference – all 5 Days
  • Platinum only Xpress access for Keynotes & Featured Sessions
  • Platinum only Co-working Space at ICC Sydney
  • Platinum only Lounge and Mixers at ICC Sydney
  • Exclusive Platinum Party
  • Music, Games, Screen & Tech & Innovation Festival
  • Meetups, Parties, Networking, Mentoring Events
  • Innovation Expo

Limited availability. Formerly a ‘Platinum Badge'. *$2 booking fee applies to each transaction.

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SXSW Sydney
Pro Pass

7-day Conference, Expo + Festivals Experience

$995
$495*
  • 5 Days of Conference + Festival and Expo access
  • Choice of Tech & Innovation, Music, Games or Screen focus
  • Meetups, Parties, Networking, Mentoring Events
  • Primary access to chosen focus Festival events
  • Secondary access to all other Festival events.

Formerly a Tech & Innovation, Music, Games or Screen ‘Badge’. *$2 booking fee applies to each transaction.

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SXSW Sydney
Conference Day Pass

One day Conference Experience

$695
$295*
  • 1 day at the ICC Sydney, 9am to 5pm
  • First to buy will be first to lock in the day
  • 75+ sessions daily, across 23 tracks
  • Conference Meetups, Networking & Mentoring
  • Expo included when open (Wed – Sat)

Limited availability. New for 2025. SXSW Sydney Conference Day pass is for ICC Sydney content only. *$2 booking fee applies to each transaction.

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*A $2 booking fee applies to each transaction.

Pass Inclusions

For Primary access to every event, choose a Platinum Pass. Pro Pass holders attend the Conference and the Tech & Innovation, Music, Screen and Games Festivals, with primary access included for their Festival of focus, secondary access otherwise.

Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Platinum
Xpress access for select Keynote & Featured Sessions
Platinum Lounge (ICC Sydney)
Platinum Coworking Lounge (ICC Sydney)
Platinum Party
Conference
Conference Keynotes, Panels & Featured Speakers (ICC Sydney)
Conference Panels & Featured Speakers (Other Venues)
Creative Industry Conference Tracks (Music, Games & Screen)
Meetups, Networking & Mentoring Events
Tech & Innovation Festival
Conference Keynotes, Panels & Featured Speakers (ICC Sydney)
Conference Panels & Featured Speakers (Other Venues)
Innovation Expo
Tech & Innovation Meetups, Parties, Networking Events
Startup Pitch
Games Festival
Games Festival Showcase
Games Festival Events
Games Workshops and Mentor Sessions
Games Industry Meet-ups, Networking Events & Parties
Music Festival
Music Festival Showcase
Music Festival Events
Music Workshops and Mentor Sessions
Music Industry Meet-ups, Networking Events & Parties
Screen Festival
Screen Festival Showcase
Screen Festival Events
Screen Workshops and Mentor Sessions
Screen Industry Meet-ups, Networking Events & Parties
Tumbalong Park & Activations
Brand Activations & Country Houses
Daily Free Program in and around Tumbalong Park
Primary: Admitted first via a designated line, entrance or reservation system until the venue reaches capacity
Primary or Secondary: Access dependent on the Pro Pass type selected. Secondary access admitted after Primary access line
No Access
All access is dependent on availability & capacity. Innovation Expo is only included in Conference Day Pass on the days it is open (Wednesday to Saturday).  A 20% discount will be applied at checkout on all International purchases. Email info@sxswsydney.com if more information is needed.

Not sure which Pass is for you? Read our Blog Post that takes a deep dive into every option here.

Pass Inclusions

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Platinum
Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Xpress Passes for Keynote & Featured Sessions
Primary
No Access
No Access
Platinum Lounge (ICC)
Primary
No Access
No Access
Platinum Networking Bar (Broadway)
Primary
No Access
No Access
Platinum Coworking Lounge (ICC)
Primary
No Access
No Access
Platinum Opening Party
Primary
No Access
No Access
Hospitality (Daily Lunch, Morning & Afternoon Tea - Mon-Fri)
Add On
No Access
No Access
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Conference
Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Conference Keynotes (ICC)
Xpress
Primary
Primary
Conference Panels & Featured Speakers (ICC)
Primary
Primary
Primary
Conference Panels & Featured Speakers (Other Venues)
Primary
Primary
Primary
Creative Industry Tracks (Music, Games & Screen)
Primary
Primary
Primary
Meetups, Networking & Mentoring Events
Primary
Primary
Primary
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Tech & Innovation Festival
Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Conference Keynotes (ICC)
Primary
Primary
Primary
Conference Panels & Featured Speakers (ICC)
Primary
Primary
No Access
Conference Panels & Featured Speakers (Other Venues)
Primary
Primary
No Access
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Games Festival
Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Games Festival Showcase
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Games Festival Events
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Games Workshops and Mentor Sessions
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Games Industry Meet-ups, Networking Events & Parties
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
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Music Festival
Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Music Festival Showcase
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Music Festival Events
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Music Workshops and Mentor Sessions
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Music Industry Meet-ups, Networking Events & Parties
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
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Screen Festival
Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Screen Festival Showcase
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Screen Festival Events
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Screen Workshops and Mentor Sessions
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
Screen Industry Meet-ups, Networking Events & Parties
Primary
Primary* / Secondary**
No Access
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Tumbalong Park & Activations
Platinum Pass
Pro Pass
Day Pass
Brand Activations & Country Houses
Primary
Primary
Primary
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* - For Chosen Industry
** - For Other Industry

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Festival Wristbands

Your Ticket to Pure Entertainment

$140
$100*

Ready to dive into the creative heart of SXSW Sydney? Pick up a Festival Wristband and immerse yourself in Music, Games, or Screen Showcases. Plus, you'll get access to the Innovation Expo and cool brand activations across the precinct from Wednesday to Saturday.

Choose Your Adventure:

  • Music: Create your perfect festival lineup from 300+ performances across Chippendale, Broadway, and Darling Harbour
  • Screen: Craft your dream film fest with 90 screenings to choose from
  • Games: Get hands-on with 120+ games and meet the brilliant minds behind them

Looking for the full SXSW Sydney experience with talks, networking and professional development? Consider upgrading to a Pro or Platinum Pass. On sale now – don't miss out!

‍Quick tip: Wristband holders get in right after Pass holders – if there's space and no Pass holders waiting, you're good to go! Want to mix and match? Grab wristbands for multiple festivals, or add a Day Pass to get a taste of the Conference too.

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Catch a Single Screening

$25

​​Got your eye on a must-see film? Grab a single movie ticket and get guaranteed entry to any screening in our lineup. Perfect if you can't make the whole festival or want to add something special to your Music/Games Wristband or Day Pass experience. Tickets drop in September when we announce the full schedule!

Innovation Expo

$40*

A taste of SXSW Sydney! Step into 2000+ square meters of pure innovation at the ICC! Check out 100 game-changing exhibitors from tech giants to exciting startups across Tech, Games, Screen, and Music. Catch industry leaders dropping knowledge bombs at our Discovery Stage, and get up close with next- level activations and gear.

On Saturday 18th October Innovation Expo entry will be FREE

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Free Program

Bigger than ever, in and around Tumbalong Park daily. Check out epic activations, lunchtime music, short films, and talks. Seek out experiences at International & Brand Houses. Daily Happy Hours feature top DJs, followed by buzzy performances Wednesday to Saturday.

The Innovation Expo is free on Saturday for the first time, perfect for families and individuals into Science, Tech, Arts, or Robotics. SXSW Sydney will again collaborate with Social Enterprise Australia to boost diversity of attendance. Register interest here.

*A $2 booking fee applies to each transaction.

Wristbands

Get Secondary Access to SXSW Sydney Events. prices increase after thursday 26.

SCREEN Wristband
$140
  • Secondary Access to Screen Festival
  • Access to the Tech & Innovation Expo
  • Access to the Conference
  • Access to Games & Music Festival
  • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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GAMes Wristband
$140
  • Secondary Access to Games Festival
  • Access to the Tech & Innovation Expo
  • Access to the Conference
  • Access to Music & Screen Festival
  • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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Music Wristband
$140
  • Secondary Access to Music Festival
  • Access to the Tech & Innovation Expo
  • Access to the Conference
  • Access to Games & Screen Festival
  • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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Tickets

get access to SXSW Sydney's
tech & innovation expo or select screenings

Expo Pass
  • Access to the Tech & Innovation Expo
  • Access to the Conference
  • Access to Games & Music Festival
  • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups

Venue Cover Charges are available at the venue and subject to capacity

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    Expo Pass $40
    • Access to the Tech & Innovation Expo on your chosen day
    • Access to the Conference
    • Access to the overall Games, Music or Screen Festivals
    • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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    screen rush Ticket $25
    • Access to the Singular Screening you have chosen
    • Access to the Conference & the Tech & Innovation Expo
    • Access to the overall Games, Music or Screen Festivals
    • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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    Expo Pass
    • Access to the Tech & Innovation Expo
    • Access to the Conference
    • Access to Games & Music Festival
    • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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    Screen Ticket
    • Access to the Single Screen Event
    • Access to the Conference
    • Access to Games & Music Festival
    • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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    Music Ticket
    • Access to the Single Music Show
    • Access to the Conference
    • Access to Games & Music Festival
    • Industry Curated Networking & Daily Meet-ups
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