SXSW Music Festival Wristband

The SXSW Music Festival occurs March 10-15, 2025 in Austin, Texas. Nearly 900 Showcasing Artists representing a comprehensive mix of brand new, up-and-coming, international, and legendary artists of all musical genres take the stage for six nights across Austin.

Wristband Details:

• A SXSW Music Festival Wristband ensures you will not pay a cover charge to see official SXSW Music Festival at over 50 stages.
  • Admission to all venues is subject to legal capacity.
• Wristbands can only be purchased via SXSW Cart. Limit six per customer.
• The Music Festival Wristband does not include access to SXSW Conference Programming, SXSW Film & TV Festival Programming or guarantee access to activations. For expanded access check out the SXSW badge offerings.
• Admission to most venues will be subject to minimum age requirements. Some participating venues are 21+ at all times.
• Wristband holders will have Secondary Access to Music Festival Showcases.
  • Secondary Access Lines include SXSW Music Festival Wristbands, SXSW Film & TV Badges and Interactive Badges.
  • Primary Access Lines include SXSW Platinum and Music Badges.
  • More access information can be found on the Attendee Services Hub.
• Some showcases may have limited admission policies.
• Your wristband gets you access to the SXSW Festival Shuttle for rides between SXSW venues in Downtown Austin.
• NEW PICKUP LOCATION Wristband pickup begins Thursday, March 6 at 8:00 am at the Austin Marriott Downtown on level 2 in Moontower Hall (304 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701)
• Learn more about wristband purchase requirements here.
• Learn more about the SXSW Music Festival here.