ACL lineup 2025: Headliners, set times, and weekend guide

TL;DR:

ACL runs October 3–5 and 10–12, 2025 at Zilker Park.
Headliners include Luke Combs, Doja Cat, Hozier, The Strokes, Sabrina Carpenter.
Friday W1 features Empire of the Sun, Cage the Elephant, and more.
Hulu streams select Weekend 1 sets in the U.S., two channels.
Use our at-a-glance grid and tips to avoid clashes and long walks.

Austin City Limits Music Festival returns to Zilker Park for two weekends, October 3–5 and October 10–12, 2025. The official site confirms the dates and the full artist roster. It also flags that remaining single day tickets are limited. The field map and app will help you track changes in real time.

Who is headlining ACL 2025

This year’s top line blends pop, country, hip hop, rock, and dance. Local guides list these as the main headliners across the two weekends: Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, The Strokes, John Summit, and Doechii. Several big names return after long gaps. Some acts appear only one weekend. Check the daily schedule before you lock plans.

Notable upper line artists

Expect strong support from Cage the Elephant, Empire of the Sun, T-Pain, Djo, Polo and Pan, Passion Pit, LP Giobbi, and Phantogram. These names sit just under the headliners and drive most peak hour clashes.

Friday, October 3, 2025: what is set and where to be

The Friday slate for Weekend 1 sets the tone. The Austin American-Statesman preview lists a full day that starts at noon with Asleep at the Wheel and stacks rising pop, indie, and alt acts through the afternoon. Highlights include Spill Tab, Good Neighbours, Jensen McRae, Panda Bear, and MJ Lenderman. Night slots bring Role Model, Cage the Elephant, Empire of the Sun, Dr. Dog, and closer Luke Combs at 8:30 p.m. on the main field.

A day-of schedule breakdown also shows stage placements for Friday. T-Mobile Stage hosts Asleep at the Wheel, Good Neighbours, King Princess, Role Model, then Hozier in the late slot. Miller Lite Stage runs Spill Tab, Jensen McRae, The Favors, then Empire of the Sun at 7:00 p.m. Use this to draw a low-walking path between back-to-back sets.

Can I stream ACL?

Yes, if you are in the U.S. The Statesman reports Hulu will stream select Weekend 1 sets on two channels. Friday features Luke Combs, Hozier, and Empire of the Sun, among others. This is helpful if you are skipping W1 or want to preview W2.

Weekend 2 outlook, October 10–12

ACL usually mirrors the lineup on Weekend 2 with a few swaps. The official schedule page lists the day tabs for both weekends and will reflect any late changes. Watch for one-weekend-only bookings. If a favorite is W1 only, plan a stream or catch an aftershow.

Smart planning: quick grid

Use this compact grid for Friday W1 anchors. Check the app for updates.

Time (approx)	Stage	Artist
12:00–1:00	Main field	Asleep at the Wheel
1:30–2:00	Miller Lite	Spill Tab
2:15–3:00	T-Mobile	Good Neighbours
3:00–3:45	Miller Lite	Jensen McRae
4:00–4:45	T-Mobile	King Princess
5:00–5:45	Miller Lite	The Favors
6:00–6:45	T-Mobile	Role Model
7:00–7:55	Miller Lite	Empire of the Sun
8:15–9:30	T-Mobile	Hozier
8:30–10:00	Main field	Luke Combs

Set times and placements reflect public day-of grids and local reporting, noted above. Always verify inside the festival app.

Five low-stress routing tips

Cluster by stage. Pick a main stage per block. Swinging across Zilker can take 15–20 minutes. The official map will show pinch points.
Stack mid-tier sets. Empire of the Sun tends to draw a dense crowd. Arrive early if you want rail.
Leave wiggle room. Headliners run long, then crowds flood out. Plan your exit path in advance.
Hydrate and refuel. ACL food courts are strong, but lines spike at 6 p.m. Pack a refillable bottle.
Save phone battery. Download the ACL app and offline map before gates.

Aftershows and alternates

If the main grounds sell out, Austin still buzzes. The city’s venues host official ACL Fest Nights and extra shows around town. This week includes MARINA, Garbage, and more. You can also find non-festival concerts if you need a smaller room.

What might change

Late swaps happen. Weather and travel can shift slots or cancel sets. Watch ACL social channels and the schedule page the morning of your day. Save alerts for the artists you cannot miss.

Why it matters

ACL is one of the year’s biggest U.S. festivals. The lineup crosses genres that rarely share a bill. Clear, current info helps you cut stress, reduce walking, and catch more music. With Hulu in the mix, you can still take part if you stay home on Weekend 1.