South by Southwest Conference & Festivals is one of the biggest events in Austin, drawing over 200,000 festival attendees to Austin last year. With hundreds of events taking place across the city, it has a sizable impact on the downtown area during the festival. Whether you’re planning to attend or avoiding the area, read about SXSW road closures from March 9-22.
Closures are subject to change. Visit www.austintexas.gov/department/upcoming-special-event-street-closures for the most recent updates.
The closures on Congress Avenue from Seventh to 10th Street and on East Ninth Street from Colorado to Brazos Street will reopen March 20.
