ACL Live at The Moody Theater
Austin, TX · Theater
ACL Live at The Moody Theater, the downtown Austin home of the Austin City Limits tapings, keeps a small bag policy. You can bring a small clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, plus a clutch under 5 by 8 inches. Backpacks, opaque totes, and any bag larger than 11 by 17 inches are not allowed.
Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed after inspection, and all bags are searched. Outside food and drink, laptops, tablets, and professional cameras all stay home. The intimate 2,750-seat theater anchors the W Austin downtown, a short walk from Lady Bird Lake and Sixth Street.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for ACL Live at The Moody Theater?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
Or a small clutch, up to
5" x 8"
Does not need to be clear
- Small clear bag up to 12" x 6" x 12"
- Clutch under 5" x 8", which does not have to be clear
- Diaper bags and medical bags, subject to inspection
Not allowed inside
- Backpacks and bags larger than 11" x 17"
- Opaque or non-clear totes over a clutch
- Outside food and drink, and alcohol
- Laptops, tablets, and professional photo or video equipment
- Selfie sticks, drones, and musical instruments
Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed after inspection. All bags and purses are searched at entry, and opaque totes over a clutch are not allowed.
Upcoming events
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No bag that fits? Plan ahead
ACL Live at The Moody Theater does not offer bag storage, so a backpack or oversized bag has to return to your vehicle. The intimate theater fills fast, so travel light.
Common questions
What is the ACL Live at The Moody Theater bag policy?
A small clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, plus a clutch under 5 by 8 inches. Backpacks and opaque totes are not allowed.
Are backpacks allowed at ACL Live?
No. Backpacks and any bag larger than 11 by 17 inches are prohibited.
Are diaper bags allowed at The Moody Theater?
Yes. Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed after inspection.
Can I bring food to ACL Live?
No. Outside food and drink, including alcohol, are not allowed.
Getting there
Gates open
Doors usually open 60 to 90 minutes before showtime, with exact times on your ticket.
Parking
Downtown Austin garages near Second Street serve the theater, with the W Austin garage closest. Booking ahead is the easy option.
Public transit
CapMetro buses serve downtown near the theater, a short walk from the Republic Square and Lady Bird Lake areas.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use a designated drop-off near the venue. Expect busy streets in downtown Austin after the show.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the ACL Live at The Moody Theater official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.