Archive review overview. Original coverage: Chloe Catajan / Full Access Magazine.

Austin City Limits marked its 25th anniversary with a first weekend affected by heavy rain and muddy conditions at Zilker Park. Full Access Magazine’s October 2026 report says Saturday’s opening was delayed while crews worked on the grounds. Chloe Catajan’s story follows the range of performers and the audience’s response to the weather, with photography by Steve Galli. Among the moments it documents are a Troye Sivan appearance during Charli xcx’s set and performances spanning pop, rock and heavier styles. The full report and gallery offer the detailed account; these images come from that original coverage.

Music, mud, and celebrating 25 years of ACL’s first weekend
— Steve Galli / Full Access Media Group (except individually credited images)
Music, mud, and celebrating 25 years of ACL’s first weekend
— Steve Galli / Full Access Media Group (except individually credited images)
Music, mud, and celebrating 25 years of ACL’s first weekend
— Steve Galli / Full Access Media Group (except individually credited images)
Music, mud, and celebrating 25 years of ACL’s first weekend
— Steve Galli / Full Access Media Group (except individually credited images)
Music, mud, and celebrating 25 years of ACL’s first weekend
— Steve Galli / Full Access Media Group (except individually credited images)
Music, mud, and celebrating 25 years of ACL’s first weekend
— Steve Galli / Full Access Media Group (except individually credited images)

Read the original coverage and full gallery at Full Access Magazine.

Sources & photo credit

Steve Galli / Full Access Media Group (except individually credited images)