From March 11 to March 20, creative people will come together to share ideas about media, technology and entertainment at the annual South by Southwest conference in Austin, Texas.
But why not get the party started early?
We’re rallying readers to organize or attend a pre-SXSW Mashable Meetup on February 16. Less than a month before the big event, the Meetup will give you a chance to compare schedules, find a travel buddy — or, if you’re not going, get someone to take notes for you.
A Mashable Meetup can take just about any shape you’d like depending on what best suits your social community. For planning tips, check out our how-to guide or join the Mashable Meetup Organizers Facebook Group.
Once you’re at the event, don’t forget to stop by the Mashable SXSWi House March 13 to 14. We can’t wait to see you there!
Pre-SXSW Themes
Here are a few topic suggestions that Mashable Meetup attendees might want to focus on before locking their schedules for Austin:
- Explore Austin: Austin is known for being Texas’s oasis of culture and diversity. Use your Mashable Meetup as an opportunity to talk about all the city has to offer: restaurants, nightlife, museums and more. You can even plan an Austin activity as a second Meetup for your group while at SXSW.
- Prepare for Panels: With hundreds of presentations and performances throughout the week, it’s vital to choose a few you’re most excited about attending. Organize a Mashable Meetup where attendees can discuss the various topics they’re looking forward to learning more about, and pen out what they would ask panelists.
- Pin Down Logistics: Still looking for a hotel room? Have yet to see a map of Austin? Get a Mashable Meetup group together to figure out how to get around the city and finish your schedule planning. You’re bound to meet someone you can hitch a ride to the airport with or find a partner for exploring the Austin Convention Center.
Ways You Can Participate
- Sign up to attend or organize your own event on the Mashable Meetup Everywhere page.
- Share what you’re doing for your Mashable Meetup or leave suggestions for others in the comments below
- Use the #sxswmash hashtag on Twitter.
- Find a Mashable Meetup community in your area:
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