A Lineup That Defines 2025
The Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival has built its reputation on bringing together the best of every genre, and 2025 is no exception. Scheduled to take place across two weekends—October 3–5 and October 10–12—at Austin’s Zilker Park, this year’s festival boasts a lineup that’s nothing short of spectacular.
The headliners alone are enough to make music fans worldwide pack their bags: Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Hozier, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit, and Doechii will command the main stages. Their inclusion reflects the festival’s unique ability to balance fresh global superstars with long-time favorites, ensuring that every audience finds their vibe.
Star Power Across Genres
ACL’s cross-genre reach is one of its defining qualities. For 2025, the lineup feels like a carefully curated playlist designed to please every listener.
Pop and R&B lovers will have plenty to look forward to with Sabrina Carpenter’s pop dominance, Doja Cat’s genre-bending charisma, and Doechii’s rising star power.
Rock fans can expect high-energy sets from The Strokes, Cage the Elephant, and Modest Mouse, while indie enthusiasts will enjoy acts like Japanese Breakfast, Wet Leg, and Rilo Kiley.
Country representation comes strong with Luke Combs and Maren Morris, continuing ACL’s tradition of spotlighting Nashville’s finest.
For the EDM crowd, John Summit and Zeds Dead will keep the late-night energy alive with pulsating beats.
The balance of mainstream icons and underground innovators is what keeps ACL relevant year after year, and 2025 appears to be one of its most balanced rosters yet.
Hulu Brings ACL to the World
For fans unable to make it to Texas, Hulu will once again serve as the official streaming partner, offering live coverage, exclusive artist interviews, and behind-the-scenes access during the festival’s first weekend.
This partnership has been a game-changer, allowing ACL to extend its reach globally. Viewers at home can tune in to select performances while also enjoying unique content unavailable anywhere else. The full streaming schedule is expected later this summer, but based on previous years, fans can expect both headline sets and surprise cameos.
The Bonus Tracks Experience
One of ACL’s signature offerings is the Bonus Tracks Stage, which returns in 2025 as a cultural hub that extends far beyond music. This space will host live podcast recordings, thought-provoking interviews, culinary showcases, drag shows, wellness activities, and more.
In past years, festivalgoers have been treated to intimate conversations with icons like Brené Brown, Dave Grohl, and Brett Goldstein, plus unique appearances from artists like Billie Eilish and Noah Cyrus. From dance parties with Bob’s Dance Shop to drag queen-hosted bingo nights, the Bonus Tracks stage has become a fan-favorite for its creativity and inclusivity.
Ticket Information and Pricing
For those eager to attend, three-day passes (General Admission, GA+, VIP, and Platinum) are available starting today at 1 p.m. ET, with flexible payment plans beginning at just $25 down. Single-day tickets will be released later, catering to fans who may only want to attend specific headliner days.
With ACL’s growing popularity, early ticket purchase is strongly encouraged. Past festivals have sold out quickly, especially once streaming highlights start trending and buzz builds online.
A Legacy Festival
Since its launch in 2002, ACL has become one of the largest and most influential music festivals in the United States, attracting over 450,000 fans annually. Its identity as a multi-genre, community-driven celebration makes it stand apart from other major festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza.
What makes ACL so beloved isn’t just the lineup—it’s the atmosphere. From the scenic setting of Zilker Park to Austin’s vibrant local food vendors and interactive art installations, the festival creates a holistic experience. Attendees often say it feels less like a commercial event and more like a cultural gathering.
Why ACL 2025 Feels Special
The 2025 edition feels particularly significant. Sabrina Carpenter is stepping into headliner status following her massive global success, Doja Cat continues to reinvent pop and hip-hop in her own daring way, and Hozier’s soulful performances are known to mesmerize festival crowds. Adding Luke Combs’ heartfelt country anthems and The Strokes’ rock nostalgia creates a dream blend of the new and the legendary.
Combine that with surprise collaborations, nine stages of nonstop music, and Austin’s signature welcoming energy, and ACL 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about festivals of the year.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re planning to be there in person or tuning in via Hulu, the Austin City Limits Music Festival 2025 offers a little bit of everything: pop, rock, hip-hop, country, EDM, and cultural events that extend beyond the music.
With headliners like Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Hozier, Luke Combs, and The Strokes, plus dozens of must-see supporting acts, ACL proves once again why it’s one of the crown jewels of the global music festival circuit.
