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ACL Fest 2026 -- Weekend 2 Friday Tickets

Event: Austin City Limits Music Festival 2026 -- Weekend 2 Friday

Date: Friday, October 9, 2026

Venue: Zilker Park -- 2100 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX

Friday Headliners: Charli XCX · Kings of Leon (W2 exclusive) · Turnstile · The Chainsmokers · Steve Aoki · Natasha Bedingfield · and more

Ticket Type: Single-Day -- Friday Only · GA, GA+, VIP, Platinum

Browse Austin City Limits Festival Weekend 2 Friday tickets for October 9, 2026 at Zilker Park in Austin. Friday October 9 is the only day of ACL 2026 where you can see Kings of Leon perform -- they headline Weekend 2 Friday alongside Charli XCX, making this the most rock-leaning Friday of the festival. Lighter crowds, faster entry, and the full ACL experience. Every order is backed by our 100% Fan Guarantee.

ACL Fest 2026 -- Weekend 2 Friday, October 9

Friday October 9 opens ACL Fest 2026 Weekend 2 with a Friday lineup that is built differently from Weekend 1. Where Weekend 1 Friday leaned electronic with Skrillex, Weekend 2 Friday brings Kings of Leon -- one of the biggest rock acts of the past two decades -- headlining alongside Charli XCX. It is the only day of the entire festival where Kings of Leon performs.

The rest of the Friday supporting lineup is largely consistent with Weekend 1 -- Turnstile, The Chainsmokers, Labrinth, Leon Thomas, Amyl and the Sniffers, Steve Aoki, and Rebecca Black all return. Weekend 2 Friday adds Natasha Bedingfield as a Weekend 2 exclusive.

Friday is the smoothest day to attend ACL -- lighter crowds, faster entry, and more space near the stages than Saturday. For fans whose priority is Kings of Leon, this Friday ticket is the only way to see them at the festival.

Want all three days of Weekend 2? A Weekend 2 3-day pass covers Friday through Sunday. Also available: Saturday tickets and Sunday tickets.

ACL Weekend 2 Friday Lineup -- October 9

Friday October 9 features Charli XCX and Kings of Leon -- Weekend 2 exclusive -- as the Friday headliners. This is the only day of ACL 2026 where Kings of Leon performs.

Turnstile The Chainsmokers Steve Aoki Labrinth Leon Thomas Amyl and the Sniffers Natasha Bedingfield (W2) Rebecca Black

Plus many more across all 8 stages. See the full ACL 2026 lineup and guide →

Friday October 9 is the only day to see Kings of Leon at ACL 2026. Kings of Leon performs Weekend 2 only and does not appear on the Weekend 1 lineup. If Kings of Leon is a priority, a Friday Weekend 2 ticket is your only option at the festival.

Why Buy a Weekend 2 Friday Single-Day Ticket?

Kings of Leon is your must-see

Kings of Leon only perform on Friday October 9. This is the only ACL ticket that includes their set -- there is no other day or weekend where they appear on the bill.

You want the more relaxed weekend

Weekend 2 at ACL typically has a slightly more settled atmosphere than the opening weekend buzz. Friday of Weekend 2 is the lightest crowd day of the entire 6-day festival.

Charli XCX both weekends

Charli XCX headlines Friday of both weekends. If you missed Weekend 1 Friday or prefer the Weekend 2 atmosphere, this is your second chance to see her at ACL.

Austin locals

Austin locals frequently pick a single Friday based on the exclusive headliner. The Kings of Leon vs Skrillex decision is the clearest weekend choice in the entire ACL 2026 lineup.

Weekend 2 Friday at ACL -- Kings of Leon at Zilker Park

Kings of Leon at ACL is a genuinely significant booking. The band has not headlined a major American festival in several years and their return to a festival stage -- especially at an Austin event -- is one of the most anticipated performances of the entire 2026 festival season. Their catalog spans over two decades of rock music and their live show is one of the most consistent headliner experiences in the business.

Pairing Kings of Leon with Charli XCX on the same Friday bill creates a genuinely eclectic opening day -- a set that opens with pop and closes with rock, or vice versa depending on scheduling. The Friday supporting lineup -- Turnstile, The Chainsmokers, Steve Aoki, Labrinth -- covers enough ground that there is something for almost every taste across the day.

Weekend 2 Friday is also when Austin starts its second consecutive festival weekend. The city has had a week to recover since Weekend 1 and the energy for the second opening day is genuine and enthusiastic.

Friday Tips for Weekend 2

Arrive at gate opening

Friday entry is the smoothest of the weekend. Arriving at or near gate opening means walking straight in and having the full grounds to yourself before the afternoon crowds build.

Position for Kings of Leon

Kings of Leon will draw a large crowd even on a lighter-crowd Friday. Get your position at the main stage 45-60 minutes before their set -- earlier if you want to be close to the front.

Explore the food early

Friday food lines at ACL are the shortest of the weekend. Use the afternoon to try the local Austin vendors before the Saturday rush makes wait times longer.

Weekend 2 Friday in Austin

Austin on the Friday of ACL Weekend 2 has the same electric quality as Weekend 1 -- the city knows the festival is back, bars and restaurants around Zilker are full, and the after-party scene on 6th Street and Rainey is going strong. Weekend 2 sometimes has a slightly more local feel than Weekend 1 since out-of-town visitors who came for one weekend have gone home.

Getting there

Free ACL shuttle from Republic Square Park. Biking from South Congress or South Lamar is fast and avoids traffic entirely. No parking at Zilker -- do not drive.

After the festival

Friday night after Weekend 2 is lively across the city. 6th Street, Rainey Street, and East Austin venues host late-night events connected to ACL Weekend 2 artists and the festival crowd.

For a complete guide to getting to Zilker, what to bring, wristband tips, and the full ACL experience -- read our ACL Fest 2026 full guide.

Friday Ticket Tiers

Friday single-day tickets for Weekend 2 are available at four tiers.

Friday GA

Full access to all 8 stages, food vendors, and festival grounds. Lighter Friday crowds make GA very comfortable for Weekend 2 opening day.

Friday GA+

Everything in GA plus private lounges, shaded areas, and upgraded restrooms for Friday.

Friday VIP

Everything in GA+ plus premium stage viewing, dedicated bars, complimentary drinks, and air-conditioned lounge. Best stage position for the Kings of Leon and Charli XCX sets.

Friday Platinum

Everything in VIP plus front-of-stage Platinum zones. The closest you can get to Kings of Leon at ACL 2026.

About Your Friday Wristband

Your Friday single-day ticket arrives as a physical wristband valid for Friday October 9 only. Once tightened it cannot be loosened or removed without damaging it -- do not put it on until you are at the Zilker Park entry gates on Friday morning.

For complete wristband instructions, bag policy, getting to Zilker, and full festival tips -- read our ACL Fest 2026 Guide.

Our Guarantee on Every Order

Every ACL Weekend 2 Friday wristband order on SOLDOUT.COM is backed by our 100% Fan Guarantee. Your wristband will be authentic, valid for entry at Zilker Park on Friday October 9, and delivered before the festival. If the event is permanently canceled and not rescheduled, you receive a complete 100% refund.

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ACL Weekend 2 Friday FAQ

What does a Weekend 2 Friday single-day ticket include?

A Weekend 2 Friday single-day ticket gives you full access to Austin City Limits Festival on Friday October 9, 2026 only -- all 8 stages, all food and drink vendors, and the full festival grounds for the opening day of Weekend 2. It does not cover Saturday or Sunday.

Is Friday October 9 the only day to see Kings of Leon at ACL 2026?

Yes. Kings of Leon are a Weekend 2 exclusive and perform on Friday October 9 only. They do not appear on the Weekend 1 lineup and do not perform on Saturday or Sunday of either weekend. A Friday Weekend 2 single-day ticket or a Weekend 2 3-day pass are the only ACL tickets that include the Kings of Leon set.

How is Weekend 2 Friday different from Weekend 1 Friday?

The key difference is the exclusive headliner -- Skrillex headlines Weekend 1 Friday and Kings of Leon headlines Weekend 2 Friday. Charli XCX headlines both Fridays. The rest of the supporting Friday lineup is largely consistent across both weekends, with Natasha Bedingfield appearing on Weekend 2 Friday instead of Brandon Flowers.

What is the difference between a Friday single-day ticket and a Weekend 2 3-day pass?

A Friday single-day ticket covers Friday October 9 only. A Weekend 2 3-day pass covers Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. If you also want to see Lorde on Saturday or Twenty One Pilots on Sunday, the 3-day pass is better value.

What time does ACL Festival open on Friday?

ACL Festival gates typically open around 11:00 AM on Friday. Friday entry is the smoothest of the three days -- arriving close to gate opening means minimal queuing.

What is the ACL bag policy?

Small bags 6" x 9" or smaller do not need to be clear -- one pocket max. Larger bags must be clear and no bigger than 12" x 6" x 12". Hydration packs are permitted with up to two additional pockets. All bags are searched at entry.

How do I get to Zilker Park for ACL Friday?

The free ACL shuttle from Republic Square Park downtown runs all day including after the final headliner. Biking the Hike-and-Bike Trail is the fastest option for those staying nearby. There is no parking at Zilker -- driving is not recommended.

How does my Weekend 2 Friday wristband work?

Your Friday ticket arrives as a physical wristband valid for Friday October 9 only. Once tightened it cannot be loosened or removed without damaging it -- do not put it on until you are at the Zilker Park entry gates on Friday morning.

Are my ACL Weekend 2 Friday tickets guaranteed?

Yes. Every order on SOLDOUT.COM is backed by our 100% Fan Guarantee. Your wristband will be authentic, valid for entry at Zilker Park on Friday October 9, and delivered in time for the festival. If the event is permanently canceled and not rescheduled, you receive a complete 100% refund. Full details at soldout.com/money-back-guarantee.

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