IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES
Explore upcoming important dates and deadlines for the 2026 SXSW EDU Conference & Festival.
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Important Dates
& Deadlines
June 24, 2025
Launch Startup Competition Application Opens
Early-stage startups are encouraged to apply for a chance to pitch your innovative company at the Launch Startup Competition at SXSW EDU 2026.
July 27, 2025
This is your final chance to submit your session proposals for the SXSW EDU 2026 event.
August 5, 2025
Submit your film to be screened as a part of the SXSW EDU 2026 Film Program.
August 5, 2025
Mentor & Roundtable Application Opens
Apply to be a mentor in a one-on-one or group discussion.
August 5, 2025
PanelPicker® Community Voting Opens
Browse and vote on session proposals for the 2026 SXSW EDU Conference & Festival in PanelPicker®.
August 5, 2025
Student Impact Challenge Application Opens
High School students with a project idea are encouraged to apply for a chance to pitch their idea at the Student Impact Challenge at SXSW EDU 2026.
August 24, 2025
PanelPicker® Community Voting Closes
This is your final chance to browse and vote on session proposals for the 2026 SXSW EDU Conference & Festival in PanelPicker®.
September 7, 2025
Launch Startup Competition Early Entry Deadline
This is your final chance to apply for a chance to pitch your innovative company at the Launch Startup Competition at the Early Entry Deadline rate.
September 26, 2025
Mentor & Roundtable Application Closes
This is your final chance to submit your application to be a mentor in a one-on-one or group discussion.
September 30, 2025
This is your final chance to submit your film to be screened as a part of the SXSW EDU 2026 Film Program.
October 26, 2025
Student Impact Challenge Application Closes
This is your final chance to apply for a chance to pitch your project idea at the Student Impact Challenge at SXSW EDU 2026.
November 2, 2025
Launch Startup Competition Application Closes
This is your final chance to apply for a chance to pitch your innovative company at the Launch Startup Competition at SXSW EDU 2026.
March 9, 2026
SXSW EDU: March 9-12, 2026 in Austin, TX
Attend the 2026 SXSW EDU Conference & Festival!
From March 9-12, experience unparalleled discovery, learning, professional development, and networking with education professionals from around the world. The event features conference sessions, film screenings, competitions, networking opportunities, an Expo and much more.