Oct. 8-10 marked Austin City Limits’ 9th music fest. Austin City Limits, ACL for short, is a music festival held at Zilker Park with around 130 bands each year on 8 different stages. For some people going every year is a tradition, like local Austinite known as Batman.
“I honestly don’t go for the music. I love the people, the atmosphere, the overall experience, and to keep Austin weird!” said Austin local known as Batman. ACL provides more than just music. They have a homeground HOPE Farmers Market, an Art Market, and a place for children called Austin Kiddie Limits. Other people go to see their favorite bands.
“I’m a huge Muse fan… I go where they go,” said Daniel Culwell. Culwell said he didn’t care for the other bands, but seeing his favorite band was worth the money. ACL also gives some of the newer bands a chance to get their name out.
“I’ve been to a Blink-182 concert, but this was better because there were more bands; it helped me find new bands that I’ve never heard of,” Said Michelle Lynn. “I went to ACL for The Eagles, but now I’m in love with several bands like Miike Snow,” Lynn said. While there are more bands at ACL, some say there are more people than at a traditional concert, too many people.
“Too many people brought chairs,
set up camp, and then they didn’t even stay there. It was definitely over crowded because of this,” said Courtney Conner. Chairs are permitted at ACL, but some people believe this can make the park too crowded. Others say chairs are completely necessary.“I’m not sure why people are always getting mad at us for bringing our chairs. Not everyone can stand for hours on end. I’m not as young as I use to be,” said Warren Damron.
Although ACL is over for this year, people can buy their tickets for next year as early as the week. Also, they have provided a way for people to stay connected with ACL until the next music festival through Facebook and Twitter.
Photos by Randall Robinson
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