The guide highlights the top BBQ spots in Austin to visit during SXSW 2025, including Franklin Barbecue, Micklethwait Craft Meats, La Barbecue, Leroy and Lewis Barbecue, Terry Black’s Barbecue, and Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ, each offering unique flavors and experiences, along with tips for making the most of the city's barbecue offerings during the festival. ...

SXSW 2025 significantly boosted Austin's economy by attracting record attendance, generating an estimated $400 million in economic activity, and benefiting sectors like hospitality, retail, and technology, while also enhancing the city's cultural and creative industries. ...