So you don’t have a badge but you’re hoping to spot a celebrity at SXSW? We got you! In addition to these tips, here are a few events where you might see a celeb – and you’ll have a little fun too!
Free SXSW Events Where You Might Spot A Celebrity
SHE Media Whole Life Co-Lab
March 14 and 15 | LZR – La Zona Rosa | RSVP HERE
The SHE Media Co-Lab is focused on unlocking the future of health where innovation, transformation and connection meet. This year’s speakers include: Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Padma Lakshmi, Constance Zimmer, Kim and Penn Holderness and more!
Fast Company Grill
March 13 through 16, 2026 | Cedar Door Bar & Grill | RSVP HERE
Fast Company has been hosting a space at the festival for over a decade and they always have top notch speakers and panels. This year’s event features: John Stamos, Iris Apatow, Josh Abbott, Lana Candor, Millicent Simmonds, Avantika Vandanapu, Maddie Ziegler and more.
Inc. Founders House
March 13 through 15, 2026 | Foxy’s Proper Pub | RSVP HERE
Located next door to Fast Company Grill, Inc. Founders House hosts multiple free panels as well. On deck this year: Featuring Mark Cuban, Russell Wilson, Daymond John (founder and CEO, FUBU), Alexis Ohanian (Reddit cofounder), Allison Ellsworth (Poppi cofounder), RJ Scaringe (CEO Rivian), Daniel Lubetzky (Shark Tank, Kind Snacks), and more.
Unwell County Fair
March 13 and 14 | Lustre Pearl East | Join the Waitlist HERE
Step right up and test your luck at the UNWELL COUNTY FAIR! Join Alex Cooper and Unwell for a honky-tonk SXSW takeover. Toss a ring, throw a dart, dance to live music and eat some tasty food. Plus, each attendee will receive two free drink tickets per session. RSVPs are first-come, first-served and already sold out – but you can still join the waitlist.
Paramount+ The Lodge
March 12 through 15, 2026 | The Clive Bar | Entry Details Below
For its fourth year, the Paramount+ Lodge returns with the ultimate fan experience. While you won’t necessarily spot a celeb, you’ll feel like one! Guests will be immersed in unforgettable environments – from the high-stakes oilfields of Landman and frontier landscapes of Marshalls to torch-lit Survivor 50 ceremonies and more!
Entry Dates & Times:
- Thursday, March 12: 4pm to 12am (Open to public, badge priority)
- Friday, March 13: 12 to 7pm (Public) | 8 to 11pm (Badge holders)
- Saturday, March 14: 12 to 7pm (Public) | 8 to 11pm (Badge holders)
- Sunday, March 15: 12 to 8pm (Open to public, badge priority)
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