Festivals
Austin City Limits Music Festival Announces 2024 Lineup
Dua Lipa, Tyler, The Creator, Chris Stapleton, blink-182, Sturgill Simpson, and Pretty Lights will headline Austin City Limits Music Festival 2024, marking debut ACL Fest appearances for both Dua Lipa and blink-182. The stand-out lineup of the season will also feature performances from Khruangbin, Leon Bridges, Carin León, Norah Jones, Reneé Rapp, Foster The People, Kehlani (W1), Teddy Swims, Benson Boone, CAAMP, Dominic Fike, The Marías, Jungle, Dom Dolla, Chappell Roan, Porter Robinson (W1), Fletcher (W1), Something Corporate (W1), David Shaw, and many more. The nine-stage, two weekend music celebration will take place October 4-6 and October 13-15. 3-Day Tickets for both weekends will go on sale at 12pm CT today at www.aclfestival.com.
More than 30 Texas artists will grace this year’s ACL Fest stages, including Khruangbin, Leon Bridges, Norah Jones, Kevin Abstract, That Mexican OT, Mickey Guyton (W2), Penny & Sparrow (W1), Chance Peña (W1), Dexter And The Moonrocks (W1), Bob Schneider (W2), Asleep At The Wheel (W1), whookilledkenny (W2), Kalu & The Electric Joint (W2), The Droptines (W2), Jon Muq (W2), Daiistar (W2), Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol (W2), Late Night Drive Home (W2), Theo Lawrence (W2), Chief Cleopatra (W1), West 22nd (W1), Chaparelle (W1) and many more.
ACL Fest lineups truly deliver something for everyone, from massive dance parties with groovy pop vibes courtesy of Dua Lipa, Jungle, Chappell Roan, Fletcher (W1), Jess Glynne, Barry Can’t Swim (W1), and Qveen Herby, to the opportunity to witness the next generation of musical household names early in their careers, including Tyla (W2), Royel Otis (W2), Wave To Earth (Indie pop from South Korea), Sir Chloe, Valencia Grace, Lola Young, as well as incredible Latin artists Carin León, The Marías, Hermanos Guitiérrez and more.
While taking in all that ACL Fest has to offer, be sure to come hang in the shady grove and enter the world of Bonus Tracks, the biggest party on the smallest stage at Zilker Park. Programming at Bonus Tracks creates a hub of culture, connection, and positive vibes between music performances. Past appearances include Brené Brown leading thought-provoking conversations with guests Dave Grohl and Brett Goldstein, chats with Billie Eilish and Noah Cyrus, dance parties with Outdoor Voices and Bob’s Dance Shop, and the best of Austin Drag. Stay tuned for the 2024 programming!
3-Day General Admission Tickets, 3-Day GA+ Tickets, 3-Day VIP and Platinum Tickets and Hotel Packages will go on sale today at 12pm CT at www.aclfestival.com. Layaway Plans are available starting at only $25 down. 1-Day Tickets will be available at a later date. Music fans ages 8 and under are welcome free of charge to all general admission areas with a ticketed adult. Austin Kiddie Limits programming information will be announced later this summer.
GA+ includes unlimited access to the GA+ Lounge with air-conditioned restrooms, dedicated food for purchase, a private bar with drinks for purchase with preferred pricing on alcoholic beverages, complimentary sodas and water refill station, dedicated concierge, and jumbo screens livestreaming festival stages and top sports games. VIP guests will enjoy access to complimentary beer, seltzers, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages in two private lounges, which also feature viewing decks with elevated sightlines of the two main stages, and an Official Festival Merchandise store within VIP East Lounge.
New in 2024, VIP will also provide a variety of food options for purchase in the VIP East Lounge, along with complimentary WiFi in both VIP Lounges. Platinum guests will enjoy access to air-conditioned lounge with relaxed seating, complimentary full-service bar and all-day dining in the Lounge, front-of-stage viewing at 6 stages with complimentary beer and seltzers, golf cart transportation between Platinum festival entrances, Platinum Lounges, and front-of-stage viewing areas, and so much more. A full list of GA, GA+, VIP and Platinum amenities can be found at www.aclfestival.com/tickets.
Hulu returns as the Official Streaming Destination of ACL Festival! Catch three days of select live performances, interviews and much more during Weekend One, October 4-6! Full broadcast lineup and schedule to be announced later this summer.
Austin City Limits Music Festival is proud to call Zilker Park home. Since 2006, ACL Festival, in partnership with Austin Parks Foundation, has generated more than $60 million towards improvements to Zilker Park and parks across Austin. ACL Fest will present details on 2023’s contribution to Austin’s parks during a press conference with Mayor Watson and Austin City Council Members on Monday, May 13. ACL Fest’s latest local economic impact report will also be released on May 13. For more information about Austin Parks Foundation’s work in the Austin community and how fans have contributed to Austin’s parks, please visit https://austinparks.org/acl-music-festival/.
Fans can sign up for the ACL Fest SMS and Email Lists to be the first to get new information at www.aclfestival.com.
Festivals
Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, Mumford & Sons To Headline Oceans Calling 2026
Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, and Mumford & Sons will headline the 2026 edition of Oceans Calling Festival on September 25-27 at the Ocean City, Maryland Boardwalk. The festival returns to Ocean City Inlet Beach with more than 40 artists performing across 3 stages including Ludacris, O.A.R., Yellowcard, Shaggy, Liz Phair, and more on Friday along with Goo Goo Dolls, Third Eye Blind, All Time Low, 311, Dashboard Confessional, Violent Femmes, and more on Saturday, with Caamp, My Morning Jacket, The Head and The Heart, Hanson, OK Go, Susan Hoffs, Jet, and more performing Sunday. View the entire lineup by-day here.
Pre-sale Tickets will be available this Thursday, March 5, from 10 AM–11 AM ET, offering guaranteed lowest priced GA and 1-Day Tickets for one hour only.
Beyond the stages, Oceans Calling highlights the best of East Coast flavor with fan-favorite local food vendors and Boardwalk staples complemented by live culinary demos from renowned chefs Robert Irvine, Antonia Lofaso, and more celebrating the region’s vibrant food scene; all hosted by Jason Biggs.
Festival goers will also have access to the Ocean City Boardwalk and its businesses in residence as well as the iconic Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park, both located inside the festival grounds, as admission will be included with the purchase of an Oceans Calling Festival ticket.
Oceans Calling Festival ticket types include 1-Day and 3-Day, General Admission, GA+, VIP, and Platinum tickets, and layaway payment plans start at $20 down. GA+ offers fans unlimited access to a private lounge with seating, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary water, private bar with drinks for purchase, and a dedicated on-site hospitality team. VIP delivers an exclusive seated viewing platform at the Main Stage, as well as prime viewing areas at all stages, VIP Lounge at Main Stage with air-conditioned restrooms, private bar with drinks for purchase and complimentary water, lockers, and mobile charging units for rent, and more. Platinum includes front-of-stage viewing at all stages, complimentary all-day dining and full-service bars, access to two Platinum Lounges with relaxed seating, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary lockers and mobile charging, dedicated festival entrance, plus all the amenities of VIP, GA+, and GA, and more.
New this year, the 3-Day Bungalow Package offers an elevated, private festival experience for up to 12 guests per day at Oceans Calling. Guests enjoy unlimited access to a dedicated shaded bungalow with sweeping views of the Sea Bright Stage and festival grounds, plus private bars with complimentary all-day beverages, grab-and-go snacks, air-conditioned restrooms, Wi-Fi, merchandise concierge service, and dedicated on-site hospitality staff, all while maintaining full access to VIP and GA amenities for the complete festival experience. For the full list of ticket amenities, and to purchase 1-Day or 3-Day Tickets, visit www.oceanscallingfestival.com/tickets.
Festivals
John Summit and Dom Dolla To Headline Up In The Sky Music Festival 2026
John Summit and Dom Dolla will headline the second annual Up The Sky Music Festival, taking place August 7 – 8 2026 at Buttermilk in Aspen, Colorado. The powerhouse lineup also includes Empire of the Sun, Parcels, Leon Thomas, Polo & Pan, and many more. Aspen’s ultimate summer music festival doubles as a breathtaking getaway, with panoramic views from the base of Buttermilk Mountain. View the entire lineup by-day here: www.upintheskyfestival.com/lineup.
GA and VIP 1-Day and 2-Day Tickets along with 2-Day Cabin Packages go on sale Thursday, March 5 at 10am MT at www.upintheskyfestival.com.
VIP includes all General Admission amenities along with elevated perks designed for enhanced comfort and access. Guests enjoy exclusive front-of-stage viewing with direct entry from within the VIP Village, a dedicated VIP festival entrance, upgraded shaded lounge areas and premium seating, and climate-controlled restrooms. VIP also features dedicated bars offering complimentary select alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, with additional cocktails, beer, and wine available for purchase. Complimentary curated food stations are available throughout the day.
Up In The Sky’s Cabin Experience includes entry for both days of the festival and all amenities included with VIP and General Admission, plus a private elevated luxury table for 10 guests with premium views of the main stage from exclusive covered Cabins. Guests receive top-tier service from a dedicated Wynn Nightlife VIP host and enjoy exclusive Nobu Signature Cuisine featuring curated dishes from Matsuhisa and Yuki Aspen. The amenities also include dedicated climate-controlled restrooms and exclusive Cabin drop-offs courtesy of Defender, the Official Adventure Vehicle of Up In The Sky. For more information visit www.upintheskyfestival.com/tickets.