SXSW Sydney 2024: A Sneak Peek at the Stellar Line-Up for the Festival's Exciting Second Year
The much-anticipated South by Southwest Sydney® (SXSW Sydney) has just dropped its first round of announcements for the 2024 Conference, alongside the Music, Games, and Screen Festivals. This follows the smashing success of the inaugural event last year, ramping up excitement for what’s set to be another blockbuster edition.
SXSW Sydney, steered by Geoff Jones, CEO of TEG Group, promises a vibrant and diverse array of visionaries and creative thinkers. “Following last year’s stellar kick-off, the excitement from the creative communities has been absolutely buzzing. This is just the beginning of several thrilling announcements to come,” said Jones.
The event will feature a stellar line-up including Rohit Bhargava, Sofia Hernandez, David Warner, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, and many more. Notably, the conference will include speakers from globally recognised companies such as Atlassian, IBM, The Iconic, and The AI Leadership Institute.
A Festival Brimming with Ideas and Innovation
SXSW Sydney 2024 is shaping up to be a hotbed for discovery and innovation, bringing together top minds from Technology, Games, Music, Screen, and Culture. The festival aims to continue as a platform for emerging talents and seasoned industry leaders to exchange ideas and push creative boundaries.
Last year’s event drew global heavyweights like Chance the Rapper, Nicole Kidman, and Charlie Booker, establishing Sydney as a global hub for creativity in the Asia Pacific. Building on this momentum, the 2024 edition is poised to elevate its offerings with an even more impressive array of speakers and sessions.
Standout Speakers to Look Out For:
- Katherine Bennell-Pegg, Australian astronaut, will share insights from her thrilling experiences in space exploration.
- Ryan Patel, renowned for his expertise in global business and corporate governance, will discuss the future dynamics of global markets.
- Sofia Hernandez, Global Head of Business Marketing at TikTok, will dive into the latest trends shaping digital marketing.
- Simon McQuoid, award-winning Australian filmmaker, will offer a behind-the-scenes look at his recent projects.
Alongside the conference, the SXSW Sydney Music Festival has announced its initial line-up, featuring a mix of established artists and emerging talents like Ayesha Madon and the psychedelic funk trio BALTHVS.
Grab Your Early Bird Tickets Now
With the festival running from 14-20 October 2024, early bird tickets are up for grabs until 16 May. SXSW Sydney encourages everyone keen on innovation and creativity to snap up these special rates while they last.
For more details on the SXSW Sydney 2024 program and to secure your tickets, head over to the official website.
