We are so happy you will be joining us in Zilker Park! Going VIP is an amazing way to enjoy ACL Fest, and we are going to do everything we can to make sure you have the time of your life. On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about the VIP program plus other important details about general festival policies. 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 soon!
Prior to coming to the festival, read and reference the following information.
Bring your Festival Wristband
Please also remember our updated bag policy – CLEAR BAGS ONLY – and NO liquids are allowed to be brought into ACL Festival.
Review our Allowed and Prohibited Items list for information on what you can/can’t bring to the 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!
VIP Wristbands
Will Call
Box Office Locations and Hours
Wristband Activation
Wristband activation ensures a smooth process when entering the festival each day and allows you to add emergency contact information to your wristband. All you need to do is enter your wristband ID number (located on the inside of your wristband) and contact info to activate.
Austin City Limits Festival takes place at Zilker Park, in Austin, Texas.
Dates & Hours of ACL Festival
Location and Entry Gate
Getting to the Festival/Parking
VIP Lounges
VIP Dining
Don’t forget these fun perks:
Dedicated checkout lane at the main ACL Shop — The full selection of merchandise can be found at the Merch Shop located near the Barton Springs East entrance.
Dedicated entrance lane into festival at all three festival gates
Official Festival Merchandise store within VIP East Lounge