The Austin City Limits Music Festival is set to make its highly anticipated return to Zilker Park this October. Now in its 23rd year, the festival will span two weekends: October 3-5 and October 10-12, offering slightly different experiences each time.

The 2025 ACL lineup includes artists such as Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Luke Combs, Cage the Elephant, Doechii, The Strokes, The Killers, T-Pain, Dr. Dog, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, King Princess, La Lom, Mallrat, Gigi Perez, Wet Leg, and many more. Attendees can expect a mix of pop, hip-hop, and local talent, making the festival a fantastic opportunity to discover new artists who may not have been on your radar before.

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Over the years, ACL has become a staple for delivering outstanding shows. The festival creators continuously offer a diverse musical lineup including local artists, art installations, and experiences that are beyond the music. Of course, they also bring a variety of delicious food and beverage options from Austin. With the stunning backdrop of Zilker Park, this festival truly embodies the vibrant Austin spirit.

Festival-goers can cool off at the Coca-Cola Refresh Lounge, which also serves as a picturesque spot for Instagram photos. Aperol Spritz will be offering its colorful spritzes—perfect for warm, sunny days. Other vendors at the festival include American Express, Josh Wines, HEB, Lyft, DoorDash, BMI, and Tito’s Vodka, each providing unique experiences and activations for attendees.

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There are General Admission (GA) and VIP options available for the festival, with the latter offering several additional perks. VIP guests will enjoy dedicated hospitality staff, exclusive entry lanes, and main stage viewing decks. This year, VIP experiences include a retail vendor market featuring locally handcrafted goods in VIP East, more air-conditioned restrooms, additional fans and seating, as well as an extra jumbo screen streaming the festival stages.

The ACL festival is just around the corner! For three days, attendees will enjoy a carefully curated lineup of performances set against the beautiful backdrop of Lady Bird Lake. So, get your cowboy boots, crochet tops, and western wear ready—the countdown has begun!