SXSW organizers say 2026 was a comeback year for music, with strong Austin representation South by Southwest’s music directors told the Music Commission SXSW 2026 saw a 20% rise in music attendance, about 1,200 artists invited overall and particularly strong Austin representation — roughly 250 local artists and 332 local performances.

SXSW 2026 is proving to be a musical renaissance, showcasing a remarkable 20% rise in attendance and a staggering 332 performances by local Austin artists!

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Happy September!! It’s basically Halloween now. So let’s celebrate with this pumpkin bookmark! Get cozy and curl up with a spooky story.

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Artist Calder Cayman criticizes Austin's handling of Marymoor Seawright Park project Calder Cayman outlines struggles with city project management and delays in public art installation

Artist Calder Cayman reveals shocking delays and frustrations in Austin's public art project, raising urgent questions about the city's support for creativity.

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“Economic Censorship”: The Devastation of the NEA Grants Cut Grows After Trump administration rule change, fears mount for future of arts

Austin arts organizations impacted by the NEA cuts. #NEA #Austin #Austinartists #art #Austinmusic

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