Austin City Limits Festival just cranked up the after-dark action with the official announcement of ACL Fest Nights 2025. This series of late shows and after-parties lights up multiple iconic Austin venues during the main festival dates, extending the live music marathon well into the night.
The ACL Fest Nights lineup brings together heavy hitters like Modest Mouse, Wet Leg, Zeds Dead, Passion Pit, and a host of other standout acts scattered across classic Austin spots including Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater, Emo’s Austin, Scoot Inn, Empire Garage, and more.
What to Expect From ACL Fest Nights
- Expanded Nightlife: After the main festival stages close, these shows keep the party going late into the evening.
- Multiple Venues: Spread across Austin’s live music hubs, there’s something for every vibe and taste.
- Top-Tier Acts: Modest Mouse and Wet Leg headline, with electronic and indie beats from Zeds Dead and Passion Pit boosting the lineup.
- Ticket Access: Tickets are now live at do512.com/aclfestnights.
Fan Chatter & Logistics
Festival-goers are already strategizing around some tough scheduling decisions, particularly with sets from Empire of the Sun vs. Cage the Elephant overlapping. The community buzz also revolves around ticket resale concerns post wristband shipping and the logistical challenges posed by late shows—especially navigating Austin’s nightlife traffic after festival close.
ACL Fest Nights offers a perfect chance for attendees to extend their experience beyond the main stages and dive deeper into Austin’s vibrant music culture.
For the freshest updates and to grab your passes for these exclusive after-parties, head to do512.com/aclfestnights. Don’t miss your shot to keep the ACL magic alive all night long.
Source: r/aclfestival