Guide to Staying in Austin for Events

Austin: The Events Capital of Texas

Austin hosts some of the biggest events in the world, and Downtown Modern puts you right in the center of the action.

SXSW (March)

The legendary South by Southwest festival takes over downtown Austin every March. From our location, you're walking distance to most venues, badge pickup, and the convention center. Skip the rideshare surge pricing.

ACL Festival (October)

Austin City Limits draws hundreds of thousands of music fans to Zilker Park. We're just 15 minutes from the gates, making Downtown Modern the perfect home base for the weekend.

Formula 1 USGP (October)

The Circuit of the Americas brings the world's best racing to Austin. While the track is a 25-minute drive, our downtown location means you can enjoy Austin's nightlife after the race.

Other Notable Events

Austin Food & Wine Festival, Pecan Street Festival, Trail of Lights, Austin Film Festival—there's always something happening in this city.

Pro Tips

• Book early—Austin fills up fast during major events
• Our walkable location means less time in traffic
• The pool deck is the perfect spot to decompress after a long festival day