Austin City Limits 2025 - Day One

Zilkar Park, Austin, TX - October 10, 2025

Written and Photographed by Tara Demers

Austin City Limits made its iconic return to the breathtaking Zilker Metropolitan Park in Austin this October, running across two weekends—October 3–5 and October 10–12. Both weekends featured an incredible lineup of artists including Sabrina Carpenter, Marina, Hozier, Luke Combs, The Favors, and so many more. We had the chance to experience it all during weekend two and lets just say, ACL 2025 did not disapoint.

From the artists to the activation booths to the atmosphere, 2025 was a year to remember. Fans of every artist flocked to the festival grounds throughout the weekend to catch their favorites.

Day one kicked things off with pure excitement — and yes, mixed with the Texas heat. Crowds gathered early, lining the barricades and staking out spots at every stage, ready to take in the first wave of performances. We caught incredible sets from Spill Tab, The Favors, King Princess, Girltones, and Jensen McRae — each artist brought something different and kept the crowd on their feet. From indie pop to soulful ballads, the variety and energy were truly unmatched.

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