By Malanie Gardea
Couldn’t get your SXSW badge on time? Don’t worry, we got you covered. There’s still a bunch of free things to do during South by Southwest! Here are some things you can do this weekend with friends and family. For more free events happening during SXSW check out their website for the full schedule.
Friday, March 11
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“Offer Them Comfort. Offer Them Rest.” by Desireé Vaniecia ‖ The Line
Stop by The Line from 9:30 – 6pm to see Desireé Vaniecia exhibition “Offer Them Comfort. Offer Them Rest.” that documents her fears of motherhood and coming to terms with situations she has no control over. Desireé is a contemporary painter from Dallas Texas.
#TwitterHouse at SXSW | Lustre Pearl Rainey | March 11-13
While this event is free, you must RSVP. Hang out with the #TwitterHouse for conversations, music, drinks and snacks! Happy Hours are available March 12th and 13th. Click here to RSVP now!
Saturday, March 12
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The Wellness Expo ‖ Palmer Events Center | 11am-5pm
The Wellness Expo is open to all SXSW Badges and is free and open to the public from March 12-13, 2022 from 11am – 5pm at the Palmer Events Center in Exhibit Halls 1 & 2. This exhibition is a two-day event that features companies that center on healthy living and the wellness industry.
Disney+ Outdoor Screenings at SXSW ‖ Long Center Terrace
Enjoy some of Disney+ biggest movies at free outdoor screenings during SXSW! Catch “Disney’s Jungle Cruise”, “Cruella”, and “Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings.” Bring the whole family to the Long Center to watch these films, participate in giveaways, and more! Check out the SXSW schedule for times.
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“Hands-Free House” By Cheetos ‖ 1209 E. 6th St ‖ March 12-15
This immersive experience showcases hands free-devices that are compatible with people whose fingers are coated in orange dust left from eating cheesy Cheetos. This pop-up will be completely hands-free, filled with a tech-enabled entry, smudge-free remote controls and Alexa voice-controlled experiences like voice-activated appliances. After you experience everything that the house has to offer, head to the backyard, to relax and enjoy the party, featuring Cheetos-inspired cuisine, a hands-free vending machine and more hands-free surprises. Click here for more information.
Sunday, March 13
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eMLS Cup presented by Coca-Cola ‖ Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater ‖ 2pm-5:30pm
Calling all FIFA fans! Come and enjoy food/beverage, music, on-site activations, free merch, FIFA open play, while witnessing what professional FIFA player will be crowned the best player in North America. Click here for more information on this event.
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Hip Hop Yoga Flow-stival ‖ Palmer Events Center | 3:30-4:30pm
In this free event, Alondra Smith will lead you through a fun-filled yoga experience, flowing through basic fundamental Vinyasa Yoga poses to hip-hop beats! Get ready for a great workout and new yoga challenges. Click here for more information.
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