Bpifrance and La French Touch, in partnership with the National Center for Cinema and Animated Images (CNC) and we are, invite you to experience the South by Southwest - SXSW festival in Austin, Texas, a global gathering place for Entertainment and Tech.

📍Location: Austin, Texas (USA) / Date: March 13-17, 2026.

Companies in the cultural and creative industries sector, don't miss the opportunity to be part of our delegation for an immersive experience at SXSW: the event that combines creativity, innovation and entertainment!

Objective: to inspire you, connect with the local ecosystem and create business opportunities through a 3-step process:

1. Prepare your participation during a dedicated session in Paris (February 2026).

2. Immerse yourself in innovation at SXSW, in Austin (March 13–17, 2026):

✅ Platinum Badge
✅ 3 to 5 meetings with international corporations and funds
✅ Access to the French Touch Rendez-Vous day
✅ Networking & access to the SXSW ecosystem
✅ Customized conference program
✅ OPTION: Targeted B2B meetings with the Texas Chamber of Commerce

3. The French Touch Rendez-vous (March 14)

The program includes talks/panels on the greatest French successes, the latest trends in XR, AI, immersive experience spaces, and an evening of networking & live entertainment with renowned French DJs and artists!

French Touch Rendez-vous

An event presented by La French Touch and Bpifrance, with the support of Villa Albertine, the French Institute for Culture and Education and the French-American Chamber of Commerce - Texas.

4. Post-immersion group follow-up in Paris (April 2026).

📅 Applications are open until January 31, 2026: http://spkl.io/6047AefbS

They are with us:
French Embassy in the United States, Villa Albertine, French Consulate General in Houston, Business France, La French Tech Austin.