Austin, get ready to mark your calendars — the Austin City Limits Music Festival 2026 just announced a headline lineup that's guaranteed to send shockwaves through the live music world. Three of the biggest names in contemporary music are set to take over Zilker Park, and the anticipation is already at fever pitch.
Pop powerhouse Charli XCX brings her electrifying, boundary-pushing sound to the ACL stage, fresh off a period of massive cultural dominance that has cemented her as one of the most exciting artists alive. Joining her is electronic titan Skrillex, whose earth-shaking bass drops and genre-defying productions promise a set that will rattle every bone in your body. Rounding out the top tier is the incomparable Lorde, the New Zealand indie-pop icon whose atmospheric, emotionally charged performances have made her one of the most beloved live acts on the planet.
ACL Fest takes place annually across two back-to-back weekends at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, typically in early October. The 2026 edition looks poised to be one of the most buzzworthy installments in the festival's storied history, drawing fans from across the country and beyond to the Live Music Capital of the World.
Whether you're a die-hard Charli stan, a longtime Skrillex devotee, or someone who has been waiting years for Lorde to return to a major festival stage, this is the lineup that demands you stop scrolling and start planning. Grab your squad, book that hotel, and snag your tickets as soon as they go on sale — a festival weekend this stacked won't stay affordable for long. Stay tuned to Austin Festival Calendar for ticket sale dates, set times, and everything else you need to make ACL 2026 unforgettable.