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The Brief<\/strong><\/p>\n SXSW has several community events with some free and open to the public<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Events feature performances by artists like Lola Young, Calvin Harris, Christina Aguilera, The Lumineers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n AUSTIN, Texas<\/strong> – <\/span>Looking to check out some big artists at SXSW this year?<\/p>\n Here’s a look at some of the events you can attend with or without a badge.<\/p>\n Timeline<\/strong><\/p>\n Returns on Sunday, March 15 with a performance from Tune-Yards. Free and open to the public, the show starts at 5:30 p.m. at Auditorium Shores.<\/p>\n The group will perform on Monday, March 16th, presented by Rivian to celebrate the debut of the R2 and the energy of SXSW. The event is free, open to the public and family-friendly, this concert continues the SXSW community performance tradition. An RSVP is required for entry. To RSVP, visit here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Thursday, March 12 – Wednesday, March 18 | 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n The Congress Avenue Block Party (formerly known as the Registrant Lounge) is the go-to space for SXSW attendees to maximize their SX experience, offering daily drinks, food, and sponsor swag for badge holders, and open throughout the event to the public as well.<\/p>\n Orville Peck will perform a free show on March 14 at 7 p.m. (CT) presented by Rivian.<\/p>\n Thursday, March 12 – Wednesday, March 18 | 7:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Seven nights of all-Austin SXSW showcases, presented by EQ Austin and supported by KUTX and Austin Arts Culture Music & Entertainment (AACME).<\/p>\n Thursday, March 12 – Wednesday, March 18 | 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.<\/p>\n The Global Stage at the Downright Austin will highlight international acts from around the world every evening until midnight, featuring showcases presented by All The Vibes and Tokyo Calling.<\/p>\n Friday, March 13 – Wednesday, March 18 | 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Located at the Downright Austin, the Radio Day Stage features some of our favorite radio stations for a series of performances, broadcast live from SXSW.<\/p>\n Friday, March 13 – Sunday, March 15 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.<\/p>\n With iconic concert posters and other pop-culture art and artifacts, Flatstock offers a recurring opportunity to experience fine poster art in person and connect directly with the visionary artists behind it.<\/p>\n Saturday, March 14 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n The SXSW Expo features hundreds of exhibitors from across the globe showcasing the cutting-edge of technology, design, social good, entertainment, health and wellness and more.<\/p>\n Wednesday, March 18 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n The Emerging Tech Expo features businesses at the forefront of revolutionary technology, with breakthrough exhibitors who are shaping the future of tomorrow\u2019s solutions.<\/p>\n Dig deeper<\/strong><\/p>\n There are also some premium events put on by SXSW partners and sponsors, with tickets available for purchase and no badge required.<\/p>\n That includes the following:<\/p>\n Friday, March 13 – Sunday, March 15<\/p>\n Billboard returns to Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park to present three nights of music performances, headlined by R&B and hip-hop artist Don Toliver, M\u00fasica Mexicana sensation Junior H, and acclaimed Dutch-DJ and producer Mau P. Tickets available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Thursday, March 12 – Saturday, March 14<\/p>\n Rolling Stone brings their fourth annual Future of Music showcase to ACL Live at the Moody Theater, featuring Grammy Award winning singer Lola Young, the groundbreaking Mexican American group Fuerza Regida, and Texas-based rapper BigXThaPlug. Tickets available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Friday, March 13 – Saturday, March 14<\/p>\n Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds Music Festival is a two-day music celebration at Auditorium Shores, with performances from Christina Aguilera, Calvin Harris, Foster The People, and more. Tickets available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tuesday, March 17 | 7:00pm<\/p>\n\n
Community Concerts at Lady Bird Lake<\/h3>\n
The Lumineers at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park<\/h3>\n
Congress Avenue Block Party<\/h3>\n
EQ Austin Presents Austin Sounds Showcase<\/h3>\n
Global Stage at Downright<\/h3>\n
Radio Day Stage at Downright<\/h3>\n
Flatstock<\/h3>\n
SXSW Expo: International Innovations<\/h3>\n
SXSW Expo: Emerging Tech<\/h3>\n
Billboard Presents THE STAGE at SXSW<\/h3>\n
Rolling Stone Future of Music<\/h3>\n
Sips & Sounds Music Festival<\/h3>\n
The Dropout Improv Show<\/h3>\n