SXSW® Conference & Festivals continue to be a prominent platform where technology, film, television, and music industries converge. Hosted in Austin, Texas, SXSW 2025 will place a growing emphasis on futures and foresight, gathering diverse disciplines to discuss and explore the possibilities of tomorrow.
About the SXSW Conference
The conference features a variety of tracks that focus on significant developments across technology, culture, and creative industries. This year, there is an increased focus on futures and foresight, offering sessions that engage with long-term thinking and strategic planning.
Key Tracks at SXSW 2025
2050: This track is dedicated to long-term, big-picture thinking, covering topics such as quantum computing, space exploration, and speculative fiction, with a focus on futures and foresight methodologies to envision the decades ahead.
Artificial Intelligence: Sessions explore the latest advancements in AI and their broader implications for society and technology.
Climate & Sustainability: This track highlights innovative solutions and strategies for addressing climate change and building a sustainable future.
XR (Extended Reality): Explore the applications of immersive technology across industries and its potential to shape future experiences.
Tech Industry: This track showcases emerging trends in platforms, software, hardware, and immersive systems, reflecting Austin's role as a growing tech hub.
Startups: Hear from entrepreneurs and investors about the dynamics of the startup ecosystem and the future of entrepreneurship.
Music & Tech: The intersection of music and technology is examined, with a focus on innovations transforming how music is created, distributed, and experienced.
Why SXSW 2025 Matters
SXSW provides a unique platform for discovery, professional development, and networking with experts from various fields. Its focus on futures and foresight offers valuable insights into emerging trends and innovations, making it a key event for those interested in forward-thinking ideas and developments.
Attending SXSW 2025
For those considering attending, SXSW offers various registration options and badge access. The event is set to take place from March 7–15, 2025, in Austin, Texas, and will be an opportunity to engage with leading thinkers and practitioners shaping the future across multiple disciplines.