Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater

Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater

Overview

Odds are your favorite band has played at Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater. It's home to the legendary "Austin City Limits" television series, which holds the title of the longest-running music series in American television history. The theater seats more than 2,700 people.

Jack & Jim Gallery

The balcony level houses the Jack & Jim Gallery, showcasing the portfolio of Jim Marshall, a photographer with a passion for music. If you can't secure seats to a show, consider taking a tour of the venue. The tour covers ACL history along with visiting the galleries. Tours depart from Monday to Saturday at 11 a.m. and last 90 minutes.

Visitor Experience

Music buffs praise the acoustics at ACL Live, claiming that there is not a bad seat in the house. Many consider it a bucket-list venue, comparable to those in Nashville. However, a few visitors have noted that some security staff can be rude.

Location

The theater is downtown on Willie Nelson Boulevard, about two blocks from a section of the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. CapMetro bus Nos. 3, 19, 20, 30, 801, and 803 all stop within walking distance of the venue.

Tickets

Ticket prices vary greatly, as do the length of shows, so anyone interested in catching a performance should check out the theater's website. Tours of the venue cost $20, and reserving tickets in advance is required. Limited valet parking is available at the W Austin hotel on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is also available in nearby garages.