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How to Attend the SXSW Film Festival

The South by Southwest Conference and Festival is held in Austin, Texas, in March every year. The SXSW Film festival is part of the larger overall SXSW Festival. Interested individuals can attend the entire SXSW Festival or enjoy the SXSW Film Festival for a single day.

Instructions

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      Register early to attend the South by Southwest Festival and save money. The price of admission is set on a sliding scale with "on-the-day" walkups being charge the highest price. The SXSW has a Platinum Badge available for anyone who might want to attend the Film Festival, Music Festival and all Interactive events. Registration also grants attendees access to the SXSW's interactive website.

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      Contact the SXSW Corporation directly to attend the SXSW Film Festival. The company has a year-round staff that handles every aspect of the SXSW Festival. Advanced tickets are available months ahead of time and can be ordered over the phone.

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      Fly to Austin, Texas. Austin is the state capital and home to the University of Texas so book your tickets in advance. Driving to the city is also easy and the trip across central Texas is relaxing.

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      Reserve hotel rooms months ahead of time. The SXSW has many rooms reserved for the Conference and Festival but register in the fall to lock in the best price and to guarantee a room.

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      Enjoy the SXSW Film Festival's panels, speaking events, premiers and showcases. The Film Festival is a weeklong event, and there is plenty to do each day. Get the full week pass and enjoy a great festival. The SXSW Film Festival is rapidly gaining a national reputation.

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