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March 4, 2026

Palmer Events Center to Host NACAC National College Fair, SXSW Events, Thrift Haven, and More in March

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AUSTIN, Texas – The Palmer Events Center will host five events during March, including the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) National College Fair, SXSW 2026, Thrift Haven, the 2026 Lone Star Classic Warm Up, and Precision Camera University.

The NACAC National College Fair takes place at the Palmer Events Center on March 5, connecting students, counselors, and parents with hundreds of colleges and universities. Attendees can speak with admission representatives from schools across the country to find their best match.

The Palmer Events Center will host various events for South by Southwest (SXSW) 2026, which takes place March 8-18. Austin’s iconic conference features keynote sessions, networking events, music showcases, film screenings, comedy shows, brand activations, and more.

Thrift Haven takes place at the Palmer Events Center on March 21, featuring more than 100 vintage clothing vendors carrying reworked pieces and exclusive thrift finds.

Austin Junior Volleyball’s 2026 Lone Star Classic Warm Up tournament takes place at the Palmer Events Center, March 28-29.

Precision Camera University 2026 also takes place at the Palmer Events Center, March 28-29. This event is a two-day, hands-on photography experience featuring specialized photography workshops led by industry experts.

The monthly event calendar for the Palmer Events Center can be found at www.palmereventscenter.com.

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