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SXSW Sets Podcast Festival, Locals-Only Perks and Changes in Music Venues for 2027 Event in Austin
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · As published by Variety
· August 18, 2026
· 1 min read
Changes are coming to the 2027 event. A podcast festival is being added to the lineup. Additionally, locals-only perks will be available, though details are not specified. Music venues will also…
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Key takeaway The event in question is scheduled for 2027.
Changes are coming to the 2027 event. A podcast festival is being added to the lineup. Additionally, locals-only perks will be available, though details are not specified.
Music venues will also undergo changes. Further information about these updates can be found through the source. The event in question is scheduled for 2027.
The source publication has more details on the upcoming event and its new features.
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Category: Local ·
Published: August 18, 2026 ·
Source: Variety ·
Reading time: 1 min
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