ACL Festival

ACL Festival is an annual music festival held in Austin, Texas. The festival was founded in 2002 by C3 Presents, the same company that produces Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits Music Festival. ACL Festival is held over two weekends in October, with each weekend featuring a different lineup of artists.

The festival is held at Zilker Park, a 350-acre park located in the heart of Austin. The park is home to a variety of natural features, including the Barton Creek Greenbelt, the Zilker Botanical Garden, and the Zilker Hillside Theater. The festival is also held in close proximity to the University of Texas at Austin, which provides a convenient location for students and faculty to attend the festival.

ACL Festival has grown significantly since its inception. In 2002, the festival attracted 60,000 attendees. In 2018, the festival attracted over 450,000 attendees. The festival has also expanded its lineup of artists, which now includes a wide range of genres, including rock, pop, country, and electronic music. Some of the most popular artists to perform at ACL Festival include Paul McCartney, Metallica, Beyoncé, and Kendrick Lamar.

ACL Festival is a major economic driver for the city of Austin. The festival generates an estimated $200 million in revenue for the city each year. The festival also creates jobs for over 1,000 people. ACL Festival is a major cultural event for the city of Austin and has helped to make Austin one of the most popular music cities in the world.

Lineup

The lineup for ACL Festival 2023 has not yet been announced. However, the festival typically features a wide range of artists from different genres. Some of the artists that have performed at ACL Festival in the past include:

• Paul McCartney
• Metallica
• Beyoncé
• Kendrick Lamar
• Radiohead
• The Strokes
• Foo Fighters
• Red Hot Chili Peppers
• The Killers
• Arcade Fire
• Mumford & Sons
• The National
• Bon Iver
• Fleet Foxes
• My Morning Jacket
• The Decemberists
• Modest Mouse
• Wilco
• Spoon
• St. Vincent
• Chvrches
• Haim
• Father John Misty
• Courtney Barnett
• Leon Bridges
• Khruangbin
• Clairo
• Phoebe Bridgers
• Lucy Dacus

The lineup for ACL Festival 2023 is expected to be announced in the spring of 2023.

Tickets

Tickets for ACL Festival are typically on sale in the spring. The price of tickets varies depending on the type of ticket and the day of the week. General admission tickets typically range in price from $100 to $250. VIP tickets typically range in price from $250 to $1,000.

Tickets can be purchased through the ACL Festival website or through Ticketmaster.

Camping

ACL Festival offers camping options for festival attendees. The campgrounds are located at Camp Lucy, which is located about 10 miles from Zilker Park. The campgrounds are open from Thursday to Monday.

The price of camping varies depending on the type of campsite and the number of people in the group. Campsites typically range in price from $100 to $500.

Campers have access to a variety of amenities, including showers, toilets, and a general store. Campers also have access to a shuttle service that runs between the campgrounds and Zilker Park.

Transportation

ACL Festival is accessible by car, public transportation, and ride-sharing services. The festival offers a variety of parking options, including general parking, preferred parking, and VIP parking. The price of parking varies depending on the type of parking and the day of the week. Parking passes can be purchased in advance through the ACL Festival website or through Ticketmaster.

ACL Festival is also accessible by public transportation. The Capital MetroRail Red Line has a stop at Zilker Park, which is a short walk from the festival grounds. The Capital MetroBus also provides service to Zilker Park. The price of public transportation varies depending on the type of ticket and the day of the week. Public transportation passes can be purchased in advance through the Capital Metro website.

ACL Festival is also accessible by ride-sharing services. Ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are available in Austin. The price of ride-sharing services varies depending on the time of day, the distance of the trip, and the type of vehicle. Ride-sharing services can be booked through the Uber or Lyft app.

Food and drinks

ACL Festival offers a variety of food and drink options. The festival has over 50 food vendors, which offer a variety of food items, including burgers, pizza, tacos, and vegetarian options. The festival also has over 20 drink vendors, which offer a variety of drinks, including beer, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.