From SXSW 2025 to March Madness, see the best photos in Austin this month

Emmanuel, 13, an eighth-grader at the Cathedral School of Saint Mary, tries on a space helmet during Space Day Texas at the Capitol Tuesday March 25, 2025. NASA and several aerospace companies participated in the event by showing exhibits and demonstrations to highlight Texas’ role in space exploration.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson speak during a featured sessions at SXSW on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Obama and Robinson recorded a live taping of their new podcast.

Jack's Mannequin performs at the C3 Management Showcase at Stubb's during SXSW Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Texas Longhorns forwards Madison Booker (35) and Aaliyah Moore (23) regular season SEC Championship after beating Florida at home in the Moody Center, March 2, 2025.

House Representative Gina Hinojosa (D-Austin) speaks during a press conference with Republican mothers from across Texas regarding House Bill 5419, intended to re-allocate taxpayer dollars currently spent on administrative waste.

Willie Nelson performs during Luck Reunion at Luck Ranch on Thursday, March, 13, 2025 in Spicewood, Texas.

Model Cassandra Hierholzer works with makeup artist Meredith Machete during the Texas Capitol grounds film production showcase on March 12, 2025. Several Austin-based film crews exhibited their work and allowed the public to observe the film production process.

Mizuki Takashima, of Tokyo, enters the Black Hole Experience, a mobile art installation by Age of Union, at the SXSW Expo at the Austin Convention Center Monday March 10, 2025. The Black Hole Experience is an immersive exhibition designed to awaken awe, wonder, and connection to the universe and the Earth’s place within it. The expo features brands, services and products on the cutting-edge of technology, design, entertainment, and health and wellness. The public can attend the expo for free Wednesday for Austin Industry Day.

The lunar eclipse reaches totality on Friday, March 14, 2025 in Austin. The last lunar eclipse was in November 2022. The moon reached its peak redness at 1:58 a.m. CT.

Dust from West Texas brought in by high winds is seen in Downtown Austin on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

The body of Sylvester Turner, a former state representative, Houston Mayor and U.S. Congressman, is brought into the Capitol for a memorial service Thursday March 13, 2025.

Thomas and K’Netha Jones, of Houston, son Nathan Jones and daughter Jessica Jones pay their respects at a memorial service for Sylvester Turner, a former state representative, Houston Mayor and U.S. Congressman, at the Capitol Thursday March 13, 2025. Jessica is the goddaughter of Turner.

Harry Wilkinson of the Manchester, England, band Maruja, performs at the Marshall day party at the Mohawk at SXSW Wednesday March 12, 2025.

Officials on Friday March 14, 2025, examine the aftermath of a crash on I-35 southbound near Parmer Lane that killed five people late Thursday night.

H.E.R poses before walking over to the red carpet before attending the world premiere of "The Makings of Curtis Mayfield" at the Paramount Theatre during SXSW Conference & Festivals on Monday, March 10, 2025 in Austin, Texas.

Gurriers performs at Mohawk in downtown Austin at SXSW Friday, March 14, 2025.

Actor Matthew McConaughey walks the red carpet for “The Rivals of Amziah King," during South by Southwest at the Paramount Theatre on Monday, March 10, 2024 in Austin.

Texas Longhorns forward Madison Booker, right, and guard Shay Holle, left, react as Texas is awarded a number one seed in the NCAA tournament bracket at the University of Texas Club at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on Sunday, March 16, 2025 in Austin.

Sedona performs at Mohawk in downtown Austin at SXSW Friday, March 14, 2025.

Standing far right: Jeff Ervin of STG Design joins other Round Rock officials as they gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony for the upcoming 65.5-acre mixed-use development known as "The District" on Thursday, March 6, 2025. A number of retail outlets, offices, residential units, and green spaces will be located within the District.

Felix Nance, 18, of Cedar Park, yells chants at the Trans Unity Rally at the Capitol on International Transgender Day of Visibility Monday March 31, 2025. Transgender people and their allies gathered on the south steps of the Capitol to be in community together and to be seen by the Texas legislature.

Zae Escobar, 16, left, and Amberlyen Cantu, 15, visit a makeshift memorial for Matthew Pichardo in a yard on Bradsher Lane in South Austin Monday March 31, 2025, where he was fatally shot Sunday night. According to Austin Police, a juvenile male turned himself in to Gardner Betts Juvenile Center within a few hours and was charged with the 1st Degree Murder of Pichardo.

Gurriers performs at Mohawk in downtown Austin at SXSW Friday, March 14, 2025.

Gurriers performs at Mohawk in downtown Austin at SXSW Friday, March 14, 2025.

Big Freedia performs alongside a Gospel choir at Stubb's during SXSW Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Carpetman performs at Las Perlas during SXSW Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Young fans watch as AJR performs at Sips & Sounds Music Festival at Auditorium Shores in Downtown Austin during SXSW Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Yoke Lore performs at the C3 Management Showcase at Stubb's during SXSW Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Benson Boone performs at Sips & Sounds Music Festival at Auditorium Shores in Downtown Austin during SXSW Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Benson Boone performs at Sips & Sounds Music Festival at Auditorium Shores in Downtown Austin during SXSW Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Gus Dapperton performs at Sips & Sounds at Auditorium Shores during SXSW Friday, March 7, 2025.

An emotional support robot dog performs on the street outside the Convention Center at SXSW Friday, March 7, 2025.

Actors dance in the "swimming pool" ball pit at Prime Video’s SXSW activation at Hotel San José in Downtown Austin Thursday, March 7, 2025. The activation celebrated women-led content and showcased new shows and movies on Prime Video.

The Runarounds, a band starring in a new Prime Video show, perform while at Prime Video’s SXSW activation at Hotel San José in Downtown Austin Thursday, March 7, 2025. The fictional show centers on a high school band trying to make it in the music industry after graduation.

Amanda Zurawski, left, comforts Maryn Rolfson Taylor, while testifying against abortion bills Senate State Affairs Committee meeting at the Capitol Thursday March 27, 2025.

Carrie Cunningham wears dazzle anti facial recognition camouflage makeup as she protests the Trump administration's policies during We the People March 4 America's demonstration outside the Texas Capitol on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Protests were held in 50 states as a part of the movement.

Nicole Surginer waves a Ukraine flag as activists protest the Trump administration's policies during We the People March 4 America's march in Downtown Austin on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Protests were held in 50 states as a part of the movement.

Sonya Ragland protests the Trump administration's policies during We the People March 4 America's demonstration outside the Texas Capitol on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Protests were held in 50 states as a part of the movement.

Activists march through Downtown Austin as they protest the Trump administration's policies during We the People March 4 America's demonstration Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Protests were held in 50 states as a part of the movement.

Drag queen Impulse Purchase protests the Trump administration's policies during We the People March 4 America's demonstration outside the Texas Capitol on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Protests were held in 50 states as a part of the movement.

Pedestrians watch as activists march through Downtown Austin as they protest the Trump administration's policies during We the People March 4 America's demonstration Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Protests were held in 50 states as a part of the movement.

Sherri Taylor waves an American flag as activists protest the Trump administration's policies during We the People March 4 America's demonstration outside the Texas Capitol on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Protests were held in 50 states as a part of the movement.

Venezuelan refugees Anthony Guanipa and his wife Adriani Garcia kiss goodbye before Anthony left for work at their North Austin apartment Tuesday March 4, 2025. At left is their daughter Alison Guanipa, 11.

Rev. Cathy Stone places ashes on the forehead of Jennifer Barbaste of Dallas who paused her rideshare in downtown Austin on Ash Wednesday March 5, 2025. Pastors from First United Methodist Church performed the imposition of ashes for passers-by at an ashes-to-go event on the corner of West 13th and Lavaca streets. Ash Wednesday marks the first day of Lent, a 40-day period of solemn observance that ends on Easter Sunday. Stone said that in addition to the worship services inside her church on Ash Wednesday she wanted to bring the church outside. “To meet people where they are. To provide a reminder of what Ash Wednesday is. A reminder of our shared humanity and that they are a beloved child of God,” she said.

Ashley Kalisher, of Austin, experiences Refik Anadol's newest AI installation, Earth Dreams, at the Museum of the Future at SXSW Friday March 7, 2025. Presented by the Dubai Future Foundation, the activation included panel discussions, workshops and immersive experiences.

Leo Fujii, of Tokyo, demonstrates the Dimension Tripper guitar effects controller by Casio at the SXSW Expo at the Austin Convention Center Monday March 10, 2025. The expo features brands, services and products on the cutting-edge of technology, design, entertainment, and health and wellness. The public can attend the expo for free Wednesday for Austin Industry Day.

Manuel Rodriguez, left to right, Jamie Hsu, and Cameron Pinder, all of Austin, experience the FX’s Alien: Earth activation at SXSW Friday March 7, 2025. SXSW attendees were invited to an immersive experience to explore the wreckage of a mysterious space craft inspired by the FX original series Alien: Earth. In the background is actor Zachary Carlisle ,of Austin, portraying a character in the show.

Runyu Qian performs at the SXSW Music Opening Party at the Mohawk Tuesday March 11, 2025.

Runyu Qian performs at the SXSW Music Opening Party at the Mohawk Tuesday March 11, 2025.

Ginuwine performs Empire Garage at SXSW Tuesday March 11, 2025.

Seenachan of the Japanese band Tokyo Syoki Syodo performs the Mohawk at SXSW Tuesday March 11, 2025.

The Austin band Die Spitz performs at the Marshall day party at the Mohawk at SXSW Wednesday March 12, 2025.

Nikki Pickle of the Bloomington, Indiana, band Frankie and the Witch Fingers perform at Inn Cahoots at SXSW Friday March 14, 2025.

Justine Garcilazo meets children after she performed with her husband, Tomas Garcilazo, a charro and world-renowned trick rope artist, at Rodeo Austin at the Travis County Expo Center Wednesday March 26, 2025. Since 1938, Rodeo Austin has been providing gritty fun and agricultural education. The rodeo and its fair, carnival and live music will continue through Saturday March 29.

Quillin Smith, left, and Anthony Robbins, both 6, experience what it’s like to milk a cow with a nearly life-size model of a Holstein dairy cow at Rodeo Austin at the Travis County Expo Center Wednesday March 26, 2025. Since 1938, Rodeo Austin has been providing gritty fun and agricultural education. The rodeo and its fair, carnival and live music will continue through Saturday March 29.

Texas Longhorns forward Taylor Jones (44) celebrates a score by guard Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda (32) during the second round NCAA playoff game against Illinois at the Moody Center on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Actor Pedro Pascal plays with microphones during a South by Southwest panel discussion with cast and producers of “The Last of Us,” at the Austin Convention Center on Saturday, March 8, 2025 in Austin.

Texas Longhorns forward Madison Booker (35) and Illinois forward Kendall Bostic (44) chase a loose ball during the second round NCAA playoff game at the Moody Center on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Willie Nelson takes the stage at Luck Reunion at Luck Ranch on Thursday, March, 13, 2025 in Spicewood, Texas.

Lyla Moore meets Joshua Esquivel's horse JJ at Rodeo Austin’s Cowboy Breakfast outside the Long Center on Friday, March 7, 2025 in Austin.

William Horne, left, Jeff Carman, center, and Jerry Strickland, right, cut sausage on a table at Rodeo Austin’s Cowboy Breakfast outside the Long Center on Friday, March 7, 2025 in Austin.

John Stich dances with Lauren Mangold at Rodeo Austin’s Cowboy Breakfast outside the Long Center on Friday, March 7, 2025 in Austin.

Actor Kevin Bacon takes the stage for a South by Southwest featured session at the Austin Convention Center on Friday, March 7, 2025 in Austin.

Dollar Tree Toyota driver Erik Jones (43) exits turn 15 during the NASCAR Cup Series EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas on Sunday, March 2, 2025 in Austin.

NASCAR fan Henry Brack hangs over the pit road wall ahead of the NASCAR Cup Series EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas on Sunday, March 2, 2025 in Austin.

Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly Aerospace, celebrates Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander's successful landing on the moon during the watch party at Haute Spot on Sunday, March 2, 2025 in Cedar Park, Texas.

Drivers round turn 16 during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Focused Health 250 at Circuit of the Americas on Saturday, March 1, 2025 in Austin.

Alloy Employer Services Chevrolet driver Josh Williams (11) rounds turn 16 during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Focused Health 250 at Circuit of the Americas on Saturday, March 1, 2025 in Austin.

Texas outfielder Max Belyeu (44) bats in the second inning of the Longhorns' game against the UTSA Roadrunners, March 18, 2025 at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

Austin American-Statesman reporter Matthew Odam, left, rides in the Goodyear Blimp above Austin, Texas, with Supper Club Radio Show co-hosts Trey Elling, center, and Brian Stubbs. The group recorded a segment for their show while thousands of feet above Austin, March 13, 2025.

A Goodyear Blimp pilot steers the aircraft toward downtown Austin, Texas, March 13, 2025. The Goodyear Blimp is celebrating its 100-year anniversary with a centennial tour across the United States. There are three modern Goodyear Blimps, which are all Zeppelin NT Airships. The blimps are rated to fly up to 10,000 feet, but typically stay around 1,000-1,500 feat overhead.

The Goodyear Blimp comes in to land in an empty field near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, March 13, 2025. The Goodyear Blimp is celebrating its 100-year anniversary with a centennial tour across the United States. There are three modern Goodyear Blimps, which are all Zeppelin NT Airships. The blimps are rated to fly up to 10,000 feet, but typically stay around 1,000-1,5000 feat overhead.

Country singer-songwriter Brittney Spencer performs at Rolling Stone's Future of Music Showcase at ACL Live during South by Southwest, March 12, 2025.

Texas Longhorns guard Julian Larry (1) is embraced by his mom during senior night celebrations ahead of the Longhorns' game against the Sooners at the Moody Center in Austin, March 8, 2025.

Texas Longhorns guard Tramon Mark (12) reacts to a call by the referees in the second half of the Longhorns' game against the Sooners at the Moody Center in Austin, March 8, 2025.

The Texas team gathers on the court ahead of the Longhorns' game against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Moody Center in Austin, March 8, 2025.

A Redbud tree blooms near the Texas State Capitol Building in downtown Austin, March 8, 2025.

The wind blows the American flag across the face of Congressman Greg Casar as he speaks at the Rally For Democracy on the South Steps of the Texas State Capitol Building in Austin, March 8, 2025. Casar was joined by Congressman Lloyd Doggett and Massachusetts senator Elizabeth Warren, among other democrats.

Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren speaks to a large crowd at the Rally For Democracy on the South Steps of the Texas State Capitol Building in Austin, March 8, 2025. Warren was joined by other democrats at the rally including Texas representatives Greg Casar and Lloyd Doggett.

Khalid performs on the Coca-Cola stage during the first day of Sips and Sounds Music Festival at Auditorium Shores in downtown Austin, March 7, 2025.

Khalid performs on the Coca-Cola stage during the first day of Sips and Sounds Music Festival at Auditorium Shores in downtown Austin, March 7, 2025.

Jazmin Campbell gets a hug from members of the Texas Cheer and Pom teams after their practice at the Moody Center ahead of their performance on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Campbell was a cheerleader in high school, but cannot cheer anymore due to her Stiff Person's Syndrome, a rare autoimmune neurological disorder.

Texas Longhorns guard Rori Harmon (3) wipes away a tear during senior day honors following the Longhorns' win over the Florida Gators, March 2, 2025. With the 72-46 win over the Gators, the Texas Longhorns become regular season SEC Champions.

Texas Longhorns forward Aaliyah Moore (23) cries during senior day honors following the Longhorns' win over the Florida Gators, March 2, 2025. With the 72-46 win over the Gators, the Texas Longhorns become regular season SEC Champions.

Texas Longhorns guard Rori Harmon (3) cuts down a piece of net to celebrate the Longhorns' SEC victory following their win over the Florida Gators, March 2, 2025. With the 72-46 win over the Gators, the Texas Longhorns become regular season SEC Champions.

Texas Longhorns guard Shay Holle (10) celebrates during senior day honors following the Longhorns' win over the Florida Gators, March 2, 2025. With the 72-46 win over the Gators, the Texas Longhorns become regular season SEC Champions.

Texas Longhorns head coach Vic Schaefer poses for a photo with the net to celebrate the Longhorns' SEC victory following their win over the Florida Gators, March 2, 2025. With the 72-46 win over the Gators, the Texas Longhorns become regular season SEC Champions.

Texas Longhorns forward Taylor Jones (44) laughs with guard Jordana Codio (13) as the starting lineup is announced ahead of the Longhorns' game against the Florida Gators, March 2, 2025.

The Texas Longhorns celebrate their regular season SEC Championship after beating Florida at home in the Moody Center, March 2, 2025.

Texas Longhorns guard Rori Harmon (3) celebrates thei Longhorn's regular season SEC Championship after beating Florida at home in the Moody Center, March 2, 2025.

Lubbock Monterey guard Aaliyah Chavez (2) over Liberty Hill defense in the third quarter of the Texas UIL 5A Division 2 State Championship at the Alamodome in San Antonio, March 1, 2025.

Liberty Hill guard Makaila Hay (4) celebrates with forward Julia Ortiz (21) as they prepare to take on Lubbock Monterey in the battle for the Texas UIL 5A Division 2 State Championship at the Alamodome in San Antonio, March 1, 2025.

Liberty Hill forward Kallahan Erps (32) reacts after the Panthers' 64-35 loss in the Texas UIL 5A Division 2 State Championship to Lubbock Monterey at the Alamodome in San Antonio, March 1, 2025.

Liberty Hill forward Kallahan Erps (32) embraces guard Makaila Hay (4) after the Panthers' 64-35 loss in the Texas UIL 5A Division 2 State Championship to Lubbock Monterey at the Alamodome in San Antonio, March 1, 2025.

Liberty Hill forward Evelyn Bruce is shut down under the hoop by Monterey defense in the second quarter as the Liberty Hill Panthers take on Lubbock Monterey in the battle for the Texas UIL 5A Division 2 State Championship at the Alamodome in San Antonio, March 1, 2025.

Former Longhorns Morice Blackwell Jr. participate in the 40 yard dash during Texas' Pro Day at the Texas Football Training Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Former Longhorns Gavin Homes participates in the 3 cone L-drill during Texas' Pro Day at the Texas Football Training Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Former Longhorns Jaydon Blue participate in the vertical jump during Texas' Pro Day at the Texas Football Training Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Former Longhorns David Gbenda participates in 40 yard dash during the Texas' Pro Day at the Texas Football Training Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Former Longhorns Quinn Ewers stretches and warms up during Texas' Pro Day at the Texas Football Training Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Former Longhorns Jake Majors participate in the 40 yard dash during Texas' Pro Day at the Texas Football Training Facility on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.