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SXSW Sydney 2026 Canceled Due to Funding Cuts

1/14/2026

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SXSW Sydney canceled the 2026 edition on January 14, 2026.
Organizers cited prevailing market conditions and the withdrawal of New South Wales government funding as factors.
In 2025, SXSW Sydney attracted over 345,000 attendees and generated about AUD$276 million in economic impact.
The organizers said the event will not return and thanked attendees and partners for their support.

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SXSW Sydney canceled the 2026 edition on January 14, 2026.
Organizers cited prevailing market conditions and the withdrawal of New South Wales government funding as factors.
In 2025, SXSW Sydney attracted over 345,000 attendees and generated about AUD$276 million in economic impact.
The organizers said the event will not return and thanked attendees and partners for their support.