Austin City Limits Music Festival

Austin City Limits Music Festival turns Zilker Park into a sprawling music hub. Inspired by the long-running PBS series of the same name, the festival packs eight stages with rock, indie, country, folk, electronic, and hip hop acts. Produced by C3 Presents, it has grown from a one-weekend event into a festival that spans two consecutive weekends, with headliners such as Charli XCX, Twenty One Pilots, Kings of Leon, and Lorde.

Beyond the stages, the festival is a full-day experience. The Austin Eats food court brings in local restaurant vendors, while the art market fills the centre of the park with local artists and makers. Families can take advantage of a dedicated kids area with activities, making it easy to spend the whole day exploring.

Launched in 2002 as a one-weekend affair, the festival later expanded to two consecutive weekends and now draws tens of thousands of people each day. With its mix of music, food, art, and family-friendly spaces, it's a highlight of Austin's fall calendar.