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What is SXSW? South by Southwest is a combination of education, music, film, interactive, and gaming. But it continues to grow, which now includes SXSW Eco, which is an environmental conference that takes place in October. Facts: Largest Revenue maker for Austin - $190.3 million 2012 Grumpy Cat continues to be the best star at SXSW HUGE Stars descend on Austin unexpectedly – Just announced Jay-Z and Kanye will be performing only for galaxy owners. Hard to get Speakers make appearances – Edward Snowden, Julian Assange FACT SHEET
What you will need to survive • Good Walking Shoes • Smartphone (w/ charger) • Some Money • Backpack • Water bottle (but not necessary) • Sunblock • (Light) Coat • Sunglasses • Apps to have • Google Maps • Twitter • SXSW
Getting there Bus (Park at Barton Creek Mall and Catch the #30 bus into downtown) Driving (read parking signs VERY carefully) Carpool Rent Car2Go Rent ZipCar Ask a friend to dropoff/pickup Get on a Bike if you have too Austin has a bike sharing program downtown now
Where to Park Shhh! Don’t Tell Anyone about this little secret Whole Foods Parking App ParkMe Displays a heat map of available parking spots downtown Metter Parking Sunday – Free All day M-W Free after 6 pm TTH/F/S after midnight
Where to do when you get there EXPLORE! WALK AROUND ASK LOTS OF QUESTIONS (Is this event free? Do I need a badge?) MEET PEOPLE! Network like Crazy! Check Twitter Constantly! Whole Foods