Monday, December 9, 2024

Delta SkyMiles Members Will Receive Exclusives at SXSW

Delta SkyMiles members can take advantage of many exclusive opportunities while attending SXSW 2024 this month. Delta is the official airline partner for this year’s festival, which means SkyMiles members can reap some amazing rewards if they’re in attendance. 

“Delta’s presence at SXSW is our latest opportunity to extend our SkyMiles program benefits and connect directly with our members,” said Delta’s Chief Marketing Officer Alicia Tillman. “We want our SkyMiles program to deliver value to customers in ways that connect them throughout their travel journey to exclusive moments spanning special-access opportunities, community engagement, content experiences, and unique epicurean and musical adventures.”  

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Delta SkyMiles members will receive the following exclusive experiences:

  • For those flying into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, be sure to visit Delta’s welcome area outside of Gate 10 between March 7-13. There, Delta fliers can find a copy of the brand’s curated guide to SXSW.
  • Once on-site at the Austin Convention Center, Delta SkyMiles members will be able to experience faster badge pick-up. Delta team members will be available to streamline this process.
  • Delta-branded hoppers will be available to SkyMiles members to help with transportation around Austin. From March 8-11 between 2-5pm and 8-10pm, members can take a complimentary ride to The Delta Lounge, the Austin Convention Center or another downtown destination. 
  • Delta leaders, including CEO Ed Bastian, will be featured in sessions throughout the festival. For the complete schedule, visit the website here
  • Members can relax, recharge and reconnect with one another in The Delta Lounge. The lounge is open daily from March 8-12 and features free, fast Delta Sync WiFi and a designated Delta Sync space for members to experience some quiet. Starbucks will be on-site offering members fan-favorite beverages from its locations around the world. Each day will feature a different beverage to enjoy. Additionally, members can grab limited edition Delta x SXSW merch in the lounge. 
  • Medallion members can hit up an exclusive speakeasy within the lounge through reservation. Each night, the Medallion Member speakeasy will be open and feature live music from local rising artists. On opening night, the speakeasy will throw a party hosted by Issa Rae. Throughout the festival, it will also feature an evening BBQ tasting with Austin pit master Aaron Franklin, a wine tasting with NBA legend Carmelo Anthony and co-founder Asani Swann of VII(N)-The Seventh Estate and more. 
  • Delta and Waterloo Greenway Future Front Texas have partnered to host a pop-up market on March 10th featuring local artists and entrepreneurs. The market will take place at Meredith Heritage Tree Deck in Waterloo Park from 2-5pm. A custom mural co-designed by Delta and East End Eclectic will be revealed during the market and up through the summer.
  • From March 14-16, ticket- or badge-holding SkyMiles members will receive a VIP experience at Billboard Presents THE STAGE at SXSW. Members will receive expedited entry, preferred viewing area on the lawn and a member exclusive lounge for snacks, drinks and limited edition merch during the show. 

In order to take advantage of all these opportunities at SXSW, members must present their SkyMiles credentials. Benefits and space are subject to availability and available while supplies last. To join SkyMiles and take advantage of this opportunity, sign up here.

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