Austin City Limits Weekend Two Opened at Zilker Park
The festival returned to Zilker Park for its final round of performances featuring a full lineup of artists.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Alternative
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Festivalgoers returned to Zilker Park as Austin City Limits officially kicked off its second weekend. The stage saw high-energy sets from performers like Turnstile, Charli xcx, and Kings of Leon.
Why it matters
The festival remains a central event for the local calendar and the city's music scene, drawing massive crowds to the Barton Springs area. Residents can expect continued festival traffic and activity throughout the weekend as the event reaches its conclusion.
The festival weekend officially began on Oct. 10. Figures for the total attendance remain unknown until the conclusion of the event.
The players
Turnstile
A band that performed on the first day of the festival.
Charli xcx
A performer who incorporated EDM and dance elements into her festival set.
Kings of Leon
A musical group that performed alongside string musician Kristin Weber.
Kristin Weber
A string musician who collaborated with Kings of Leon during their set.
Brady Ebert
A defendant in a criminal case who remains in custody at the Maryland Department of Health.
The details
Turnstile brought their signature high-intensity mosh pit style to the stage, while Charli xcx highlighted her set with EDM samples and dance-centered intros. Kings of Leon joined forces with string musician Kristin Weber for their performance. These acts represent the diverse musical lineup currently taking over the park.
Timeline
- 2026-09-22
Brady Ebert was found incompetent to stand trial.
- 2026-10-04
Turnstile performed on Saturday Night Live.
- 2026-10-07
Charli xcx posted a teaser on X.
- 2026-10-10
ACL Weekend Two began.
January 2027: Status hearing for the Brady Ebert case.
The Texas Context
This second weekend follows the programming established during the 2026 ACL Weekend One. It marks the final phase of the annual festival tradition in Zilker Park.
Residents living near Zilker Park should anticipate heavy traffic and pedestrian crowds through the end of the festival weekend. Normal traffic patterns are expected to resume once the event concludes and crews clear the park grounds.
The takeaway
The city's largest music festival has returned to Zilker Park for its final set of performances. Keep an eye on local traffic reports for travel delays around the downtown and Barton Springs areas through the weekend.
What happens next
A status hearing for the criminal case involving Brady Ebert is scheduled to take place in January 2027.
Further reading
For more coverage on the local music scene, visit Austin Alternative.
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