SXSW returns to Austin, Texas from March 12-18, 2026, featuring over 1,180 artists across multiple genres including hip hop, rap, rock, pop, R&B, and alternative music. The festival showcases an impressive international lineup with major headliners including Alanis Morissette, The All-American Rejects, Jack Johnson, Don Toliver, Ty Dolla $ign, Los Lobos, Lainey Wilson, Charley Crockett, Passion Pit, and Switchfoot. Artists from over 40 countries will perform, representing diverse musical styles from cumbia and zydeco to indie rock and electronic music. This seven-day festival offers one of the most comprehensive musical experiences available, combining established stars with emerging talent from around the globe.