Welcome to Our House: Midwest House at SXSW 2024
We’re Back for SXSW 2024!
Midwest House is returning for SXSW 2024! Catch us at Half Step Bar on Rainey St. from March 8th through 11th with nightly music, panelists, brunch and free programming representing and celebrating the best (and most welcoming) of the Midwest.
Daily programming is subject to change. Check back regularly to schedule page for most up-to-date itinerary of what to expect at Midwest House.
The Day-By-Day Play-By-Play
This year, we invite you to join us for four very different days of content. Each day of our four days will be themed around an important Midwestern pillar. Lots more to come on this in the very near future!
FRIDAY, MARCH 8 | OUTDOOR DAY
Sponsored by Michigan Outdoor Recreation and others
SATURDAY, MARCH 9 | CHICAGO DAY
Sponsored by World Business Chicago and others
Programming includes a Female Founders Brunch
SUNDAY, MARCH 10 | ST. LOUIS DAY
Sponsored by Greater STL Inc. and others
Programming includes a Pride Fund Brunch
MONDAY, MARCH 11 | MICHIGAN DAY
Sponsored by MEDC, Ann Arbor SPARK, and City of Grand Rapids
Programming includes a Black Founders Brunch
Midwest House Music
Each night of Midwest House, we’ll be hosting breakout Midwestern bands and solo acts on our stage at Half Step Bar, all thanks to our music sponsor, Opnr. Shows start around 7PM nightly. So, grab your registration, order a drink, grab a friend or two, and groove to the sweet sounds of Midwestern melodies.
How to Participate in Midwest House
We’re all about connection. But if you’re wondering how to connect into Midwest House at SXSW 2024… Well, we’ve got the answer for ya! Here are a couple different ways!
BECOME A SPONSOR
All of our programming is in part thanks to our generous sponsors. If you’re interested in sponsoring something, we still have a couple of opportunities available. Contact Ted at ted@midwesthouse.org.
ATTEND
Join us in Austin, TX from March 8-11, 2024 to take part in programming like panel discussions, networking brunches, music, film, sponsored happy hours, and more. Most of our events are free and do not require an official SXSW badge.
FOLLOW ALONG ON SOCIAL
Staying back in the Midwest? No worries! You can see all the happenings on Instagram and LinkedIn.
