Your must-have guide to skipping lines, staying cool and enjoying your crew.

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The year’s most anticipated and populated event keeps growing, but you don’t have to go in blind. Here are our tried and true recommendations for a luxury experience at the Austin City Limits Music Festival (aclfestival.com), from the shoes on your feet to the view from your seat.

ACL Fest Nights

Throughout the week, at different iconic Austin venues like EMO’s, Stubb’s, Antone’s and more, bands in town for the festival will be playing private shows for tourists and locals alike. Get your tickets for Foster the People, Orville Peck with Nikki Lane, Benson Boone with Daniel Seavey, and so many other artists.

Make It Premium

From cabanas and brand-new bungalows (two words: private bar) to being carted around, an upgrade has a new meaning. Exclusive front-of-stage viewing isn’t the only hot ticket in town; “The Y’all Package” even provides access to side-stage viewing. You’d find me in the bungalows sipping pretty with Wi-Fi, the shade, and my 10 closest friends.

Level Up

AmEx Card Members are offered exclusive benefits throughout the weekend. Look for the American Express Experience at ACL, where fans can immerse themselves in the festival with special photo opps, experiences, and a market of local small businesses. Platinum and Centurion Card Card Members also have exclusive access to a side-stage lounge. Imagine sharing a stage with your favorite band, all thanks to your everyday spending. Count us in!

It Is Fashionable

If you’re not wearing comfortable shoes, packing a phone charger, and keeping your belongings hands-free, you might as well stay home. Our picks are stylish, and practical...

Juno Belt Bag Hobo, hobobags.com PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND

Bag: Louis Vuitton mini Bumbag, Hobo Juno belt bag, Gucci Web belt bag

Phone Holder: Bandolier Reign strap, Hermes Ipso lanyard, Prada Saffiano cover and shoulder strap

Shoes: Veja Campo low-top sneakers, Tecovas The Annie, Prada Monolith boots with pouch

Nikon Zfc Nikon, nikonusa.com PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND

Non-Negotiable Accessories: Clarins Dry Touch sun care cream, Belkin portable charger, Loewe sunglasses, lightweight camara, Frank Green reusable water bottle

Acetate Whirl Sunglasses in Black Loewe, loewe.com PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND