SXSW is just around the corner, and we’re excited to share some additional opportunities to join the Canadian contingent at SXSW. We’ll be back at SXSW this year for the 10th time, and we’re getting ready for our best celebration of Canadian talent yet. Just a short while ago, we revealed our lineup for our legendary Canadian Blast BBQ – including Ben Caplan & The Casual Smokers, July Talk, The Bros. Landreth, The Franklin Electric, The Wet Secrets and Yukon Blonde. Check out more details about our showcasing artists by clicking here.
We’ve still got some great options for you to make the trek south to Austin in a few weeks. The cost for the SXSW delegate packages will be increasing on Friday, February 13 – but you can still access a discounted badge by joining the Canadian Blast program (see below for more details).
Canada House – We have a couple of brand new opportunities at Canada House this year for any companies who are looking for either a whole 3-hour party or a showcase slot.
Available days/times:
- Wednesday, March 18 from 12:00-6:00pm. *Please note that the Canadian Blast BBQ runs at the same time, which may afford us some synergies and opportunities for cross-promotion*
- Friday, March 20 from 3:00-6:00pm.
If you’re interested in either of these 2 slots, please contact Jennifer Price at upstartink@gmail.com.
Canadian Blast Program – If you’re coming to SXSW, don’t forget to register for the Canadian Blast Program, which is priced at a pretty modest fee of $300 per company.
What does this include?
- VIP access for 2 company reps, and 5 spots on the International VIP invitation list (for your US, European or other contacts) to attend the Canadian Blast BBQ.
- Priority access to Canada House
- Marketing and PR support to your showcasing artists (again, assuming you have artists at SXSW). This includes: street team, poster, web profile, downloads, etc.
- International B2B networking with UK, Australia and others at SXSW
- Display and meeting space at the Trade Show. (This would be of interest to those with Platinum badges or interest in marketing to interactive delegates).
- Access to acoustic showcase opportunities during the Trade Show
Check out more details and register now.