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03.13.2026

Your SXSW Lineup Just Got Upgraded

Catch Under Armour and UNLESS in Austin!

Under Armour (UA) and UNLESS are bringing a significant presence to SXSW this year, blending performance innovation with circular design. The festival has recognized this impact by hand-picking UA to produce the official staff jacket and selecting UNLESS to create SXSW’s first-ever Filmmakers Jacket. Get ready for multiple on-the-ground activations, product integrations, exclusive merchandise for select badge holders, and featured products for VIP attendees at Monday’s music showcase.

 

Here is your guide to all the major moments and where to find us:


 

UNLESS

Step Into the Future of Apparel

SXSW Filmaker Jackets
Unless Staff Jacket
Unless SXSW Exclusive Flannel

Get an up-close look at the future of apparel innovation at the UNLESS Pop-Up.

What: A dedicated booth showcasing the pioneering SXSW Filmmakers Jacket alongside select pieces from the Heart & Hustle capsule.

 

Must-See: Check out the glass display showing the jacket actively decomposing in real time. Informational panels and a brand video will highlight UNLESS’s leadership in apparel innovation and circular design.

 

 When: Thursday, March 12 - Wednesday, March 18

 

Where: Official SXSW Film and TV Clubhouse @ 800 Congress

We invite attending press and influencers to stop by the Film & TV Clubhouse booth to experience the jacket in person and learn more about the brand.


Under Armour Thought Leadership on Full Display

 

UA leaders are sharing perspectives into building powerful businesses and brand narratives throughout the week. Catch UA spokespeople sharing insights on innovation, data, and storytelling:

When: Friday, March 13 at 2:15 p.m. CT
 
Inc. Founders House Panel Discussion

“How to Disrupt a Big Industry"

 

Where: Foxy’s Proper Pub at 201 Brazos St, Austin, TX
 
UA Spokesperson: Eric Liedtke
What: The next wave of industry disruption is being built by founders who are challenging old playbooks and rethinking how entire systems operate. In this conversation, Eric and the panel will explore how entrepreneurs are dismantling long‑standing inefficiencies, introducing new ways of making, scaling, and solving, and pairing bold creativity with the operational rigor required to build real businesses. They will look at how innovation becomes traction, how traction becomes growth, and why their companies are gaining momentum by refusing to do things the way they’ve always been done.
When: Saturday, March 14 at 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT
 
SXSW Panel

Where Data Meets Creativity: Making Brave Brand Calls

 

Where: Austin Marriott Downtown - Waterloo Ballroom 1
 
UA Spokesperson: Eric Liedtke
What: Learn how modern CMOs interpret data through an informed lens to make bold decisions that single data points alone would never justify, using data as a springboard, not a safety net.
When: Sunday, March 15 at 10:45 a.m. CT
 
Brand Innovators Panel

Storytelling in the Scroll Era

 

Where: Lamberts Stage at Lamberts Restaurant (401 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701)
 
UA Spokesperson: Tyler Rutstein
What: Join brand leaders to discuss how to design content that feels native,culturally relevant, and emotionally resonant in today’s fast-moving digital landscape.
When: Monday, March 16 at 4:00 p.m. CT
 
Rohit Bhargava & Under Armour Founder Kevin Plank

The Non-Obvious Show LIVE 

 

Where: Hilton Austin Downtown - Salon C
 
UA Spokesperson: Kevin Plank
What:A live taping of the Non-Obvious Show podcast where Kevin Plank will share non-obvious secrets of entrepreneurship, why performance matters most, and what it takes to get better at anything.
 

Ty Dolla $ign Concert Poster

The Main Event

Under Armour Showcase at Stubb’s ft. Ty Dolla $ign

You won't want to miss our high-energy celebration fusing performance, music, and culture.

 

What: Featuring a live set from Ty Dolla $ign, plus exclusive product giveaways (Bouncy Tee and Stealthform hats) and premium VIP experiences.

 

When: Monday, March 16 at 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. CT

 

Where: Stubb’s Bar-B-Q at 801 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701

We look forward to seeing you at our activations in Austin!