Ilegal Mezcal Presents The Best Paste Party Ever at SXSW 2026
For the fifth consecutive year, Paste Magazine partners with Ilegal Mezcal for a free four-day music extravaganza at High Noon in East Austin, running 12-7 PM daily during the SXSW Music Festival.
The showcase features artists from around the globe — Mexico (Diles Que No Me Maten), Belgium (The Haunted Youth), Australia (Swapmeet, Radium Dolls), Ireland (BRICKNASTY), Norway (Sassy 009), the U.K. (TTSSFU), and Canada (cootie catcher). Confirmed acts also include Emily Nenni, Joshua Ray Walker, Liz Cooper, Chuck Prophet, and more across two stages.
The event is free and open to the public (badge holders get priority). Highlights include free Ilegal Mezcal cocktails, Dos Equis on tap, flash tattoos, chainstitching, plus celebrity interviews from The A.V. Club.
Key Takeaways
- Free four-day music showcase, no badge required
- 30+ international artists across two stages at High Noon, East Austin
- Fifth year of Paste × Ilegal Mezcal partnership
- Free mezcal cocktails, beer, flash tattoos, and more