Welcome back to ACL Festival! True to the Austin City Limits legacy, we have an incredibly diverse lineup on offer, from bona fide legends to tomorrow’s headliners. As a Platinum guest, you have front-row access to all of the action plus a ton more perks to make for an unforgettable weekend.
On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about the Platinum program plus other important details about the festival. Please be sure to read through it and to send it to everyone in your group so they are also in-the-know. We can’t wait to see you in the park!
Prior to coming to the festival, read and reference the following information.
- Bring your Festival Wristband
- BOX OFFICE LOCATION AND HOURS
- WRISTBAND ACTIVATION
- Check our BAG POLICY
- Review our ALLOWED AND PROHIBITED ITEMS
- SAFETY AT ACL FESTIVAL
How to Dress & What to Bring
Dress for comfort and be sure to check the weather forecast before you head out the door. The festival grounds are a combination of paved surfaces, grass, mulch and gravel, so choose your footwear accordingly. We recommend a hat and sunglasses, but if you forget anything, the Festival Store has lots of great merchandise offerings!
Refer to this article for official Dates & Hours of ACL Festival
Platinum Downtown Shuttle
- Enjoy complimentary, round-trip shuttle service between the JW Marriott and the Platinum West Entrance.
- More information coming soon!
Platinum Entrances & Policies
- Avoid the crowds and use the Platinum-only entrances into the Festival. Once inside, hop on a golf cart to be taken directly to the Platinum Lounge.
- For more information, visit the Platinum Entrance & Policy Information Page
Kids in Platinum
To ensure adequate resources and amenities and to provide a premium experience for everyone in Platinum including golf cart rides, all-day dining, space in viewing areas, salon services and more, any kids between the ages of 3-8 years old will need to have a Platinum Kids wristband, which can be purchased through the links below. They can also be purchased at the festival from the Platinum Concierge. Kids 2 and younger are free in Platinum with a ticketed adult. Any kids 9 years old and above will need to have a Platinum wristband for entry into the Platinum areas. Proof of age will be required for entry.
For information on age verification, visit this article.
- PLATINUM LOUNGE
- PLATINUM VIEWING
- PLATINUM DINING & DRINKS - coming soon!
- PLATINUM GOLF CART SHUTTLES
- PLATINUM MAP - coming soon!
As if all of the above isn’t enough, we also have these fun additions for you:
Access to VIP and GA+
- Enjoy unfettered access to both of the VIP Lounges as well as GA+. Both VIP Lounge East and West boast a viewing deck with fantastic views of the main stages. VIP Lounge East also offers a full-service bar with complimentary drinks, complimentary massage and salon services, and a pop-up merch booth. The GA+ Lounge is located next to the VIP Lounge East.
Platinum Gift
- A special thank-you for our Platinum guests. Redeem at your Platinum concierge.
Priority Lane at the ACL Festival Store
- The full selection of merchandise can be found at the main store across from the Beatbox Stage. This expansive space is fully enclosed, air-conditioned and set up for a true retail experience. Platinum guests can enjoy express entry and checkout to get you in and out as quickly as possible. Look for the Platinum Checkout signs.
- Priority lane at the Artist Merch tent! Look for your Platinum Lane at the Artist Merch tent, located directly next to the main festival merch store.