The 26th annual SXSW Innovation Awards Ceremony is where it all comes together!

This long-standing tradition celebrates some of the most exciting innovations at SXSW. The ceremony and receptions provide for a full evening of fun, food, drinks and networking.

Prior to the Innovation Awards Ceremony, explore the work of the top finalist projects in each of the 11 categories “hands-on” at the Innovation Awards Showcase on Saturday, March 8 at Griffin Hall in the JW Marriott.

Then join us on the evening of Monday, March 10 as we announce the winners in each category at the Innovation Awards Ceremony hosted by three-time Grammy nominee SaulPaul.

This ceremony will also recognize the 2025 SXSW Hall of Fame inductee, Mark Cuban, as well as the five SXSW Community Service Award winners for 2025.

Reception starts at 6 pm with light food and drink. Awards ceremony begins promptly at 6:30 pm.