As the sun sets over Zilker Park each October, the music doesn't stop. It simply changes venue, spilling into the city's iconic clubs and theaters. For a select few, the real magic of Austin City Limits Music Festival lies not on the main stages, but in the intimate, late-night showcases that make up ACL Fest Nights. This year, the 2025 lineup promises to capture the raw, unfiltered spirit of Austin's live music scene, offering fans an experience far removed from the festival's sprawling fields.
The official schedule is a meticulously curated tapestry of sound, stretching from the grand halls of the Moody Center to the gritty, electric atmosphere of Red River Street. Below is the current, confirmed lineup for ACL Fest Nights 2025.
Thursday, October 2nd
- Dr. Dog at Stubb's (Doors at 7:00 PM)
- Ocean Alley at Empire Control Room & Garage (Doors at 7:00 PM)
- Confidence Man at Antone's (Doors at 7:00 PM)
- Clover County at Stubb's Indoors (Doors at 10:30 PM)
Friday, October 3rd
- Modest Mouse at Stubb's (Doors at 8:00 PM)
- Midnight Generation at Antone's (Doors at 9:00 PM)
- Hotline TNT at Empire Control Room & Garage (Doors at 9:00 PM)
- Chezile x Zinadelphia at Empire Control Room & Garage (Doors at 8:00 PM)
Saturday, October 4th
- Phantogram at Emo's (Doors at 9:00 PM)
- The Dare presents freakquencies at Empire Control Room & Garage (Doors at 9:00 PM)
- The Favors at Stubb's (Doors at 8:00 PM)
- LP Giobbi at Devil May Care (Doors at 10:00 PM)
- Chuwi at Antone's (Doors at 9:00 PM)
- Haute & Freddy at C-Boy's Heart & Soul Bar (Doors at 9:30 PM)
- S.L. Houser at Stubb's Indoors (Doors at 11:30 PM)
Sunday, October 5th
- MARINA at ACL Live at the Moody Theater (Doors at 8:00 PM)
- LA LOM at Antone's (Doors at 9:00 PM)
Monday, October 6th
- Passion Pit at Emo's (Doors at 7:00 PM)
Thursday, October 9th
- MJ Lenderman at Stubb's (Doors at 7:00 PM)
- Spacey Jane at Mohawk Austin (Doors at 7:00 PM)
- Yoke Lore x Vincent Lima at Historic Scoot Inn (Doors at 5:00 PM)
- Joey Valence & Brae at Empire Control Room & Garage (Doors at 7:00 PM)
- Farmer's Wife at Stubb's Indoors (Doors at 10:30 PM)
Friday, October 10th
- Djo at ACL Live at the Moody Theater (Doors at 8:00 PM)
- Magdalena Bay at Emo's (Doors at 9:00 PM)
Beyond the headlining acts, ACL Fest Nights is a showcase for discovery. Promoters are placing a special emphasis on local talent, with dedicated showcases at venues like the Parish and Antone's that highlight emerging Austin artists. This deliberate choice to feature local acts alongside global names is what truly distinguishes these events. It's a chance to witness an up-and-coming band in a legendary club, or to hear a globally-recognized artist perform in a setting that channels the city’s rich musical history. These are the moments that define a true music lover's ACL experience, the unplanned detours, the serendipitous discoveries, and the feeling of being part of something truly special long after the final chord has been played.
In a city defined by its music, ACL Fest Nights is the unofficial pulse of the festival's heart. It's where artists trade stadium-sized production for pure, unadulterated performance, and where fans trade festival crowds for an up-close-and-personal sonic journey. The 2025 lineup, with its mix of established giants and hidden gems, promises to deliver the kind of unforgettable late-night memories that will linger long after the final chord has been played.
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