Austin City Limits
Great music. No limits. Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre. In addition to being honored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum as a rock and roll landmark, ACL is the only television program to ever receive the National Medal of Arts, the nation's highest award for artistic excellence.
- 1975-2026
- 52 seasons
- PBS
- Documentary, Music
Great music. No limits. Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre. In addition to being honored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum as a rock and roll landmark, ACL is the only television program to ever receive the National Medal of Arts, the nation's highest award for artistic excellence.
Season 52 Episode Guide
11 Episodes 2026
Episode 1
Carlos Vives y La Provincia
Fri, Sep 4, 2026 57 mins
Celebrated Colombian superstar Carlos Vives, an 18-time Latin Grammy and multiple Grammy winner, performs with his 11-piece band La Provincia, showcasing songs from El Último Disco alongside a career-spanning collection of beloved hits.
Episode 2
ACL 12th Annual Hall of Fame Honors Brandi Carlile
Sat, Sep 12, 2026 57 mins
Bonnie Raitt performs a tribute to Brandi Carlile as she is inducted into the ACL Hall of Fame.
Episode 3
Billy Strings
Sat, Sep 19, 2026 57 mins
Three-time Grammy Award-winning bluegrass superstar Billy Strings delivers an electrifying ACL return with highlights from his album 'Highway Prayers' and acclaimed release 'So Much for Goodbyes,' alongside timeless bluegrass classics.
Episode 4
Miguel
Sat, Sep 26, 2026 57 mins
Grammy-winning R&B trailblazer Miguel lights up the ACL stage in a dynamic performance featuring songs from his acclaimed album 'CAOS' alongside fan favorites from across his celebrated career.
Episode 5
Sienna Spiro
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 57 mins
Breakout British singer-songwriter Sienna Spiro, one of music's most compelling new artists, brings her showstopping vocals and emotionally rich songwriting to a spellbinding ACL debut. She performs highlights from her debut album.
Episode 6
Olivia Rodrigo
Fri, Oct 9, 2026 57 mins
Grammy Award winner Olivia Rodrigo returns to the ACL stage with her fearless songwriting and arena-sized performances. The global pop superstar performs highlights from her chart-topping album 'you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love.'
Episode 7
Ari Lennox
Sat, Oct 17, 2026 57 mins
Grammy-nominated R&B singer-songwriter Ari Lennox brings her soulful vocals, effortless groove and magnetic presence to ACL. She performs highlights from her album Vacancy alongside fan favorites "Soft Girl Era" and "Shea Butter Baby."
Episode 8
The Red Clay Strays
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 57 mins
Reigning CMA Awards Vocal Group of the Year and ACM Awards Group of the Year, Alabama country-rock group The Red Clay Strays bring their electrifying live show to the ACL stage. They perform highlights from their acclaimed album 'Grateful'
Episode 9
Ty Myers
Tue, Oct 13, 2026
Episode 10
Sebastian Yatra
Tue, Oct 13, 2026
Episode 11
Ryan Bingham and the Texas Gentlemen
Tue, Oct 13, 2026