Friends of Austin City Limits
Support Austin PBS and the legendary Austin City Limits - an original production of Austin PBS, KLRU-TV and the longest running live music performance program in television history – by becoming part of Friends of Austin City Limits.
The longest-running music program in television history!
2026 marks the 52nd season of Austin City Limits. As part of our Friends of ACL program, you will be able to join with a special group of donors to Austin PBS who share a passion for supporting and experiencing Austin City Limits. As a thank you for their annual donations to Austin PBS, Friends of ACL members are invited to exclusive Austin PBS major donor events, productions and community conversations, including the opportunity to be a part of the television studio audience at tapings for the Austin City Limits television program.
Each new season of Austin City Limits is composed of a well-rounded season of 13 episodes taped throughout the year in downtown Austin, Texas at ACL Live at The Moody Theater. ACL highlights every genre of music and artists with high-profile acts, new up-and-comers and legendary acts. Recent seasons included acts like Foo Fighters, Kacey Musgraves, Chris Stapleton, Queens of the Stone Age, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Lil Yachty, Jon Batiste, Noah Kahan, MJ Lenderman, Role Model, The Marías and so many more. Tapings are scheduled throughout the year based on artist availability and announced to Friends of ACL members soon after they are booked.
Support provided through Friends of ACL helps Austin PBS deliver quality public television and services in Central Texas that impact the community through local productions, programming and educational outreach delivered on-air, online and on the ground.
Friends of ACL Waitlist
Due to the popularity and low turn-over in the program, all levels of Friends of ACL are at capacity and waitlisted. New members are invited off the waitlist to join at either 'Friends With A View' or 'Friends Up Front' entry levels. Learn more about how to join the Friends of ACL Waitlist.
Friends of ACL Membership Levels
ALL LEVELS RECEIVE:
- Invitations to exclusive Austin PBS Major Donor events.
- Listed recognition on Current Friends of Austin City Limits webpage and in the end of season commemorative poster program.
- First-in access to the hottest stage in town and the warm and fuzzies knowing you are supporting Austin PBS, providing your community with access to quality content, community services and public events.
Friends with a View
$6,000
Entry Level
- Two (2) passes to every Austin City Limits taping during your 12 month membership term.
- Reserved seating in balcony-level. You choose your seats from a seating map at time of RSVP.
Friends up Front
$6,000 / $8,500
- Twenty-four (24) OR thirty-six (36) total passes to attend Austin City Limits tapings of your choice in your membership year (Max. of four (4) passes to a taping, some may be restricted and limited to two (2) passes.)
- General admission access to the stage-level for standing room only.
- Passes are valid for 12 months from date of donation. Un-used passes cannot be rolled over.
- If all passes are used in less than 12 months, early renewal is accepted with a new expiration date 12 months out.
Friends Seated
$7,000 / $9,500
- Twenty-four (24) OR thirty-six (36) total passes to attend Austin City Limits tapings of your choice in your membership year (Max. of four (4) passes to a taping, some may be restricted and limited to two (2) passes.)
- General admission access to the stage-level for open seating on risers.
- Passes are valid for 12 months from date of donation. Unused passes cannot be rolled over.
- If all passes are used in less than 12 months, early renewal is accepted with a new expiration date 12 months out.
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Friends on the Mezz
$7,500
per Seat
- Seats located in sections 1, 2, 5, & 6 of the mezzanine.
- Same reserved seating on mezzanine level for each taping.
- Membership runs on a calendar year from January 1 to December 31.
- Memberships are in either 2 or 4 seats
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Friends on the Mezz Gold
$7,000
per Seat
- Seats located in the center sections of 3 & 4 on the mezzanine.
- Same reserved seating on mezzanine level for each taping.
- Membership runs on a calendar year from January 1 to December 31.
- Memberships are in either 2 or 4 seats
UNAVAILABLE
Other Ways to Experience Austin City Limits
In addition to or in lieu of being on the waitlist, there are other ways you can show your support for Austin PBS as an individual or business and be eligible to experience Austin City Limits. To learn about more options, contact Amanda Hutchins at ahutchins@klru.org.
HIGHLIGHTS
Fri, 1/16
Get Ready for Big Firsts This Year!
As we kick off the first month of 2026, we’re focusing on firsts for kids. Whether your young one is getting their first haircut or going to the dentist for the first time, PBS Kids has resources to help both kids and caregivers handle these events that can bring on big feelings.
Thu, 1/15
Donor Portal FAQ
A useful FAQ page for questions related to our donor portal. For any additional questions, please email membership@klru.org
Wed, 1/14
Win Big with Austin PBS’s Big Deal Raffle
The Big Deal is an annual raffle supporting Austin PBS. All Texas residents are invited to buy as many raffle tickets as their hearts desire for a chance to win tickets, wristbands, and badges to 11 of the most popular events and festivals around Austin.