Central Park Mall: Official SXSW Sydney Venue

Central Park Mall: Official SXSW Sydney Venue

Get ready Sydney! SXSW is returning to Sydney from Oct 14-20. From the Games Festival at Fortress Sydney to the Screen Festival at Palace Cinemas, find all the action right here, at Central Park Mall.  

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What is SXSW? SXSW Explained

Since its inception in 1987 in Austin, Texas, South By Southwest (SXSW) has been a driving force in empowering creative individuals to reach their aspirations. This year SXSW Sydney is returning to Sydney, Australia. 

From October 14 to October 20, 2024, Sydney will be the epicentre of a remarkable collision of creativity and culture – welcoming changemakers from all over the world. 

Immerse yourself in a remarkable journey where innovation, music, screen, technology, games, and culture converge. SXSW Sydney is a must-visit for global professionals, offering a plethora of sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, and diverse networking opportunities. It's where the most unexpected and inspiring discoveries come to life when diverse topics and brilliant minds unite. 

SXSW Sydney Games Festival @ Fortress Sydney

Fortress Sydney at Central Park Mall is your venue for a number of SXSW Sydney Games programs and events. Kicking off with the Midnighters program on October 17, and recognising some of the best filmmakers and game developers at the Games & Screen Awards on October 19, the only way to ensure you don't miss out is to get your tickets here.
 

Game Fast, Game Free at Fortress Sydney

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To add to the excitement, enjoy two FREE hours of PC Play at the Telstra Lounge in Fortress Sydney – thanks to Telstra. Grab your friends, and dive into the action on Fortress' high-end Alienware PCs. Explore their massive library of PC games during SXSW Sydney and enjoy 2 full hours of pure gaming fun.  
 
Walk in only, from Oct 15-22. 

SXSW Sydney Screens Festival at Palace Cinemas

The SXSW Sydney 2024 Screen Festival unites creatives across a wide range of specialties from around the world, with a particular focus within the Asia-Pacific region. The diverse program encompasses feature films, shorts, TV premieres, music videos, and XR, championing the inclusive nature of screen storytelling.  

The SXSW Sydney 2024 Screen Festival takes place from October 14 – 20 with multiple venues across Sydney, Palace Cinemas at Central Park being one of them. 

Immerse yourself in a week of screenings at Palace Cinemas Central. Catch screen events such as Look Into My Eyes, a movie about a group of psychics who conduct deeply intimate readings for their clients, revealing a kaleidoscope of loneliness, connection and healing, or Like My Brother, the story of four talented Tiwi Island indigenous girls who dream of AFLW stardom. 

Our program focuses on distinctive narrative and stylistic works, blending the trappings of horror, comedy, and the surreal with the emotionally resonant, thoughtful and captivating. Purchase your tickets here.
 

Event Details

Dates
From: 14, October, 2024
To: 20, October, 2024

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