Each October, music moguls and starry-eyed fans flock to Zilker Park for Austin City Limits. The festival promises two weekends full of fantastic headliners, emerging artists, and delectable Austin eats with the iconic city skyline as its backdrop, making it one of the year's most highly-anticipated events.
Whether you're an ACL Fest veteran or a first-time visitor looking to experience what the buzz is all about, it can sometimes be overwhelming to prepare for the festival. We're here to help you prepare and get ready for one of the biggest events of the year.
The Music
Headliners — George Strait, Miley Cyrus, Billie Eilish, Rufus Du Sol, Tyler, The Creator, Duran Duran
Main Stages — Megan Thee Stallion, Machine Gun Kelly, Bleachers, Dermot Kennedy, Jack Harlow, Doja Cat, Modest Mouse, Greeta Van Fleet, Madeon, and More
The schedule is subject to change without notice. Check the website for more info.
Our Tips
Stay Safe - Like every major festival, ACL Fest 2021 implemented a series of COVID-19 guidelines that all attendees must adhere to:
- You must provide a printed copy of your proof of COVID-19 vaccination OR a printed negative COVID-19 test performed within 72 hours of the event. Note the emphasis on PRINTED. Don’t show up with a PDF of your certificate on your phone and expect entry.
- Read, understand, and comply with the ACL Festival Fan Health Pledge. It includes basic stuff such as don’t come in with a fever, or COVID-19 symptoms, and quarantine if you’ve been to a foreign country within 14 days of the event. Standard pandemic stuff
Keep hydrated — Visit the hydration stations throughout the course of the day to refill your water bottle.
Pace yourself — Don't feel like you need to be there at the start of each morning. The more popular bands tend to play starting in the early afternoon.
Stay in one area — If you aren't dead set on seeing certain shows, stay in one general area of the park. Shows alternate on nearby stages, so you can easily pivot from one set to another without having to trek back and forth through the crowds.
What to Pack - A small, one-pocket bag or backpack, outdoor blanket, sealed sunscreen, and an empty hydration pack or water bottle.
What to Leave at Home - Aerosol containers, camping setups, coolers, firearms, outside food or beverage, pets, and a few other things you can find at the link below.
For a complete list of prohibited items, you can visit the ACL Fest website.
We're looking forward to seeing how you spend your Austin City Limits weekends—use #MOREatx for a chance to be featured on our social media.
