Austin music lovers, it's time to start mapping out your festival strategy — the Austin City Limits Music Festival has officially unveiled its 2026 artist lineup broken down by day, giving attendees everything they need to build their perfect weekend at Zilker Park.
This is the moment every ACL fan waits for all year. With the day-by-day schedule now public, you can finally figure out which stages to hit, which sets might overlap, and how to make the most of what is consistently one of the greatest music festivals on the planet. Whether you're a single-weekend ticket holder or going all three days for both weekends, knowing who plays when is absolutely essential for planning.
ACL Fest takes place across two weekends in October 2026 at the iconic Zilker Park in Austin, Texas — a sprawling green space that transforms into a world-class music destination each fall. The festival typically features multiple stages hosting hundreds of artists spanning rock, country, hip-hop, electronic, indie, and everything in between, making it a genuine bucket-list experience for music fans of all tastes.
Now that the daily lineups are live, we strongly recommend grabbing your schedule, highlighting your must-see acts, and snagging tickets before your favorite headliner's weekend sells out. ACL Fest has a well-earned reputation for selling through quickly once the full lineup drops, so don't sleep on locking in your spot.
Stay tuned to Austin Festival Calendar for a full breakdown of headliners, stage assignments, and our top picks for can't-miss performances as more details roll in. This is shaping up to be another unforgettable October in Austin.