Austin, October 20, 2025
News Summary
The Austin City Limits Music Festival brought together diverse music performances and culinary delights in Zilker Park, showcasing major acts like The Strokes and Hozier. The event highlighted the importance of human expression through music, featuring spirited performances from emerging artists and a strong showing from local food vendors. This year continued ACL’s tradition as a cultural hub, reinforcing its commitment to nurturing talent and building community through shared experiences.
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The Austin City Limits Music Festival delighted attendees from October 3-5 and October 10-12, 2025, bringing together eclectic music performances, culinary treats, and a vibrant community spirit in Zilker Park, aptly located at the city’s literal limits, crossing the Colorado River. The event showcased an array of genre-bending acts, with major headliners including The Strokes, The Killers, Hozier, and Sabrina Carpenter.
This year’s festival emphasized the vitality of human expression through music in contrast to the rise of AI-generated content. Attendees were treated to a memorable opening with Louisiana group Lvvrs performing a smooth cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams”, which set a nostalgic tone. Another highlight came from Good Neighbors, who debuted their new album with the uplifting song “Won’t You Take Me Home”. Austin duo Briscoe stood out with their authentic roots music in their album “Heat of July”, blending elements of country, rock, and folk that encapsulate the spirit of Texas.
On Saturday, performances shifted in energy with acts like The Heavy Heavy, whose vintage harmonies drew comparisons to Fleetwood Mac. Meanwhile, Willow Avalon emerged as a rising star, captivating attendees with her magnetic stage presence despite encountering technical issues during her set. The nostalgic band Passion Pit had festival-goers reminiscing with feel-good songs such as “Take a Walk”, which resonated with those reflecting on the early 2010s.
The festival also celebrated Austin’s rich music history while offering a platform for new talents. It combined diverse musical performances with a thriving food scene that included offerings like La Santa Barbacha’s “Quesabarbacha”, La Taquicardia’s refreshing melon horchata, Kababeque’s chicken skewers, and flavorful Blenders & Bowls acai bowls. Sponsored by Tito’s Vodka, the event partnered with Sonic Guild to support emerging bands, highlighting the festival’s commitment to nurturing local talent.
Ticket options catered to a variety of preferences, including three-day and one-day Platinum and VIP packages, as well as cabanas and party spaces. The success of ACL 2025 reaffirmed its reputation as a cultural hub, merging musical artistry with local culinary delights and enhancing communal experiences among festival-goers.
Festival Highlights
- Dates: October 3-5 and October 10-12, 2025
- Location: Zilker Park, Austin
- Headliners: The Strokes, The Killers, Hozier, Sabrina Carpenter
- Performer Highlights: Lvvrs, Good Neighbors, Briscoe, The Heavy Heavy, Willow Avalon, Passion Pit
- Culinary Offerings: Quesabarbacha, melon horchata, chicken skewers, acai bowls
- Sponsor: Tito’s Vodka, partnered with Sonic Guild
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Festival Dates | October 3-5 and October 10-12, 2025 |
| Location | Zilker Park, Austin |
| Major Headliners | The Strokes, The Killers, Hozier, Sabrina Carpenter |
| Featured Acts | Lvvrs, Good Neighbors, Briscoe, Willow Avalon, The Heavy Heavy, Passion Pit |
| Culinary Highlights | Quesabarbacha, melon horchata, chicken skewers, acai bowls |
| Sponsor | Tito’s Vodka |
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