Picture this — it’s a Tuesday evening in July, and a lengthy line of eager fans are stretched down Willie Nelson Boulevard in hopes of seeing Gracie Abrams’ “Austin City Limits” debut.
Many entered and won a giveaway, granting them two tickets to the pit. Some ticket-less hopefuls stood outside the venue for hours. Most of them saw the show.
Sound like a familiar scene? That’s because “Austin City Limits” is celebrating its 50th season this year, and tickets to the tapings are always free. Here’s how to get them:
- Enter the lottery. Bookmark this page and check it regularly to be among the first to know when giveaways launch.
- Become part of Friends of Austin City Limits. Support the Austin PBS program with a donation in exchange for season tickets.
- Simply show up. Before showtime, empty seats are filled by people without tickets.
Learn more about the process.