Technically my 1st day of SXSW was on Tuesday  (pre-conference volunteering).  After a few days of making the internet, registration, and the connection centers happen, I was able to have some fun.

Friday night I caught the world premier of Kick Ass.  It was definitely worth standing in line for 1.5 hours (I also scored a bumper sticker and a key chain).  Seriously, a father daughter team of assassins and a classic tale of revenge,  it was a great way to kick off the film festival.

After the movie I stopped at Emo’s on the way home for the Pastries and Pasties party.  By the time I got there, the alcohol was no longer free and there wasn’t a cupcake in sight.

Cost of today : $0

Free: whiskey soda (purchased for me by a friend)