The annual Austin City Limits Music Festival is returning to Texas in October. The event brings together artists across all genres for two different weekends of live entertainment.
The festival draws inspiration from the “Austin City Limits” television series, a live music television program recorded and produced by PBS. Thanks to the TV program, many began considering Austin the live music capital of the U.S. Throughout the years, notable acts have graced the festival’s stage, from Metallica to Depeche Mode.
In 2023, the festival will take place over two three-day weekends; Oct. 6 to 8 and Oct. 13 to 15. Here, WWD has rounded up a what-to-know guide for the event.
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What genres of music are featured at the Austin City Limits Music Festival?
The festival is inclusive of all genres of music. Over the course of the festival, which began in 2002, artists have come from music genres including rock, indie, country, hip-hop, folk and electronic music.
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Who are some of the headlining acts for this year’s festival?
The A-list headliners for this year’s festival are Kendrick Lamar, The Lumineers, Kali Uchis, Maggie Rogers, Foo Fighters, Shania Twain, The 1975, Alanis Morissette, Mumford & Sons, Odesza, Hozier, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Labrinth.
How can I get tickets to the festival?
One-, two- and three-day tickets are available on the festival’s website, aclfestival.com. The tickets come in four tiers, including general admission, general admission plus, VIP and platinum. Price points range from $170 for a one-day general admission ticket to $5,705 for a three-day platinum-tier ticket.
Can I watch the Austin City Limits Music Festival if I can’t attend in person?
Hulu has returned as the official streaming partner for the festival, with three days of select live performances, interviews and more available during weekend one. Hulu currently offers a 30-day free trial of their ad-free plan, with their ad-supported plan starting at $7.99 a month.