Family Guide To ACL Fest 2018

This year marks the 16^th annual Austin City Limits music festival (ACL). It’s been amazing to see ACL evolve over the years.

The first time I went, I was a care-free twenty something dancing in the rain. Now I’m a mom chasing her toddler around while trying to listen to some live music.

I must say that I was completely impressed with the Austin Kiddie Limits section last year. There were kid-friendly crafts, food, music, and most importantly, CLEAN bathrooms!

In case you didn’t know, kids under 10 are admitted for free into ACL with any ticket-holding adult (limit 2 children per adult). If you plan on taking your kiddos to the festival this year, here’s everything you need to know:

Basics:

– Austin Kiddie Limits is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and it has its own Family Friendly Entrance (hello short line!). All the main entrances are stroller accessible as well.

– Parents can register their children and receive a wrist band at the Tag-A- Kid stations.

– Forget something? Your kid needs a break? No problem. You can exit and re-enter the festival up to 3 times a day.

What to pack:

-Sunscreen (non-aerosol)

– Bug spray (non-aerosol)

– A blanket

– Reusable water bottles

– Snacks (there will be food vendors)

– Kid sized noise-cancelling headphones

What to expect:

– Kid-friendly food vendors

– Live music (Kiddie Limits has its own stage)

– Kiddie drum circles

– Punk rock hair st

ation

– Temporary tattoo station

– Hip-Hop workshops

For addition info about the lineup and activities visit https://www.aclfestival.com/kids