

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Official SXSW - 13th Annual Big Queer Kickoff Party
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 am
- **Event Description**: Join the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce for our 13th Annual Official SXSW Big Queer Kickoff Party on Friday, March 13! ?✨

This year, we’re turning it all the way up with special performances by Bebe Zahara Benet, first-ever winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race, alongside Austin drag icon Nadine Hughes.

?️ Friday, March 13th
? Rain on 4th
? Bebe Zahara Benet of RuPaul’s Drag Race
? Austin drag icon Nadine Hughes
? DJs. Dancing. Queer magic.
? SXSW Badge holders receive primary access to the event, with a dedicated fast-entry line in the alley behind Rain on 4th for expedited entry. GA entry will line up at the front entrance. Venue is subject to capacity.

For years, the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce has proudly partnered with SXSW to create safe, inclusive spaces where the LGBTQ+ community can connect, celebrate, and thrive. From signature events like the Big Queer Kickoff Party to amplifying queer voices across business, tech, and the arts, we are committed to making Austin feel like home for our out-of-town guests.

No matter where you’re from, you are welcome, valued, and safe here.

What began as an informal gathering of the queer community during SXSW has grown into THE official kickoff party where locals, visitors, artists, founders, and creatives come together to celebrate the vibrancy of Queer Austin and SXSW.

Join us at Rain on 4th for a night of high-energy vibes, live entertainment, and an electric atmosphere as we kick off SXSW the Big Queer way. ??✨
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/austin/official-sxsw-13th-annual-big-queer-kickoff-party/200029783424300
- **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment, lgbt-pride, friday-the-13th, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 43

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029783424300?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=austin-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Austin
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Rain on 4th
- **lat**: 30.26647
- **long**: -97.745716
- **full address**: Rain on 4th, 217 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701-3916, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce (https://allevents.in/org/austin-lgbt-chamber-of-commerce/774174)

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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/19b63213ede0c98eac954c4264e193df9071c193e7a6e3ce377c1e4f92f97684-rimg-w300-h300-dc462b74-gmir?v=1772906699

## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 13 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Rain on 4th, 217 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701-3916, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** parties, entertainment, lgbt-pride, friday-the-13th, art
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Official SXSW - 13th Annual Big Queer Kickoff Party ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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