There’s no shortage of things to do at ACL Festival, and all-day music is just the beginning. | Photo by Taylor Regulski
The limit does not exist, because ACL Festival 2025 is just days away, and it’s anticipated to bring ~450,000 people to Zilker Park over two weekends in October.
Whether you’re a festival veteran or this is your first time attending, two things are certain: You’re in for a great time, and we’re here to help you make the most out of your wristband.
Weather watch
AccuWeather predicts that Austinites should expect high temperatures ranging from 85 to 89 degrees this year.
Activations
American Express Experience | Cardholders can customize goodies, visit the side-stage lounge, and purchase exclusive merch from a to-go window.
BeatBox So Far Out House | Try out the new Shaq’s Blueberry Lemonade, grab a fanny pack, and enter to win prizes.
Tito’s Chillmaster5000 | Step inside a gigantic walk-in fridge to beat the heat at this local brand’s famous lounge.
Shop
If you find yourself with the urge to shop — or want to be bold and perfect your outfit on-site — nine vendors will be stationed at the main market.
Austin Community College District, Dell Technologies, and Keller Williams Realty are three of “America’s Best Employers for Company Culture,” according to Forbes. The first edition of the list named 600 companies, including 30 in Texas.
Number
$150 million. That’s how much Huston-Tillotson University received from the Moody Foundation, marking the largest-ever single donation to a Historically Black College or University, according to a release.
Quoted
“These kids are the real heroes.” That’s what Longhorns starting quarterback Arch Manning said about his visit to Dell Children’s Medical Center over the weekend. While he was there, Manning handed out iPads and presents from Raising Cane’s to cancer patients. (KXAN)
Real Estate
Now could be the time to buy a home in Austin, if you ask ChatGPT. Austin was one of the top buyer’s markets named by the AI assistant, but you’re also likely to find falling prices in Miami + Orlando, Florida; St. Louis; and Toledo, Ohio. (AOL)
Opening
A brand new bar and social space called The All Good will open in Cedar Park this Friday, Sept. 26. Coming from the owners of Shooters Billiards, The All Good will feature a large patio, 20 beers + wines on tap, arcade games, and a food truck on-site.
Weather
Get ready to feel the rain. Central Texas typically sees ~10.3 inches of rain during meteorological fall, which lasts from September to November. (KXAN)
Sports
Speaking of Arch Manning, the Longhorns took home a 55-0 win against Sam Houston over the weekend. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Home
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Shop
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Category
Culture
🎶 Pump up the HAAM
HAAM Day is throwing a city-wide celebration for its 19th anniversary. | Photo by Ryan Vestil
The 20th annual HAAM Day is today, so get ready to groove to hundreds of musical performances all in one day.
The yearly event is the biggest fundraiser for the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians and brings live tunes to 100+ venues in town. Last year’s festival raised $890,000 to help local musicians get affordable healthcare
Performances start at 6 a.m. and continue until 1 a.m. Figi here — these are a few local artists I recommend checking out.
Groupon is your ticket to unbeatable local experiences — think chef-curated tasting menus, skyline tours, and spa days that melt stress away. New deals boasting up to 70% local experiences drop daily.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
I’ve seen miles and miles of Texas this year. I spent the past weekend with some friends from college in Weslaco — down in the Rio Grande Valley — and had some of the best tacos of my life at Taqueria El Compallito.
