Austin City Limits Music Festival

Austin City Limits Music Festival brings together over 100 bands across 9 stages at Zilker Park for two separate three-day weekends in October 2026, celebrating the festival's 25th anniversary. The festival offers multiple ticket tiers to suit different preferences and budgets, from General Admission starting at $370 to premium experiences like Platinum ($5,670+) and exclusive hospitality packages like Bungalows ($30,000+) and Cabanas. Layaway payment plans are available, with some options requiring as little as $25 down.

Festival Experience

Attendees enjoy access to food vendors featuring local chefs and restaurants with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Bars throughout the grounds serve cocktails, beer, wine, seltzers, and mocktails. Children 8 and under receive free General Admission when accompanied by a ticketed adult. Higher-tier tickets unlock additional amenities: GA+ includes lounge seating on a first-come, first-served basis; VIP adds viewing decks and grove seating; and Platinum provides dedicated lounges, premium viewing, and entry to exclusive ACL Fest Nights events. The festival's Bungalow and Cabana packages accommodate groups of 10 to 30+ guests with premium positioning and private facilities.

Specialized programming includes Austin Kiddie Limits for younger festival-goers, while elevated viewing areas and VIP experiences cater to those seeking premium access. The festival features ACL Eats, highlighting local food vendors and culinary experiences. Special programming like Bonus Tracks has attracted notable performances, broadening the festival's cultural reach beyond traditional musical performances.

Community Impact

A portion of every ticket sale benefits the Austin Parks Foundation, supporting over 300 public parks, trails, and green spaces. This commitment to local environmental stewardship is integrated into the ticket structure, making attendance a contribution to the community. The festival partners with major brands including American Express, T-Mobile, Miller Lite, and others, enhancing on-site experiences and entertainment offerings. The outdoor setting at Zilker Park creates an atmospheric backdrop for performances, with drone photography and aerial perspectives capturing the scale and energy of the event.