Saturday, November 29, 2025 brings a true Austin double bill—Band of Heathens with Jamestown Revival—to ACL Live at The Moody Theater in the heart of downtown's 2nd Street District. If you're headed to the 7:30 PM show, here's your premium playbook with weather, seating strategy, drink runs, and where to eat before and after.

Pro Tip

If you haven't grabbed tickets yet, check both the ACL Live site and official resale channels early in the week—Thanksgiving visitors and locals often move tickets between Tuesday and show day.

Essential details at a glance

  • Date and time: Saturday, Nov 29, 2025, 7:30 PM
  • Forecast: High 75°F / Low 45°F, partly sunny, 20% chance of precipitation, light winds
  • Tickets: Starting at $43 via the ACL Live site
  • Venue: ACL Live at The Moody Theater, Willie Nelson Blvd (W. 2nd St), downtown Austin
  • Capacity and layout: 2,750 total across Floor, Mezzanine Club, and Balcony; no seat is more than roughly 70–75 feet from the stage
  • Amenities: 10 bars and 27 digital screens throughout; accessible seating available
  • Tours: Monday–Friday, 11 AM–Noon (for those in town earlier in the week)
  • Neighborhood: Walkable restaurants and bars all around the 2nd Street District—Visit Austin’s ACL Live listing has a good neighborhood overview

Why this night matters
Both bands are Austin-rooted favorites, and ACL Live is built for a premium listening experience—intimate, sightline-friendly, and designed so that even balcony rail spots feel close to the stage. This pairing at this room is the kind of show out-of-towners wish they could bottle, and locals know not to miss. If you want to zoom out on why this venue matters to the city, the Austin City Limits overview of ACL Live at The Moody Theater is a quick, worthwhile read.

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There really aren’t bad seats here—just different flavors of good.

Local ACL Live regular

Seat and section strategy (expert level)

  • Floor: Choose the floor if you want to be in the energy pocket. Because the room is compact and sightlines are clean, you don't need to be against the rail to feel close. Post up a few steps behind the main crush for a perfect view without constant crowd churn.
  • Mezzanine Club: The sweet spot for "best of both worlds." Elevated vantage, cushier pacing, and quick access to bars. Rows near the front of the Mezzanine give you that living-room-with-a-PA feel that ACL Live is famous for.
  • Balcony: Go balcony rail if you're a "watch the guitar interplay" person. It's a true bird's-eye that still feels intimate. Aim for center or slightly off-center to avoid leaning.
  • Drink runs: With 10 bars and 27 digital screens, it's easy to step out for a fresh round without missing much. If a line pops up on your level, duck one flight up or down; bar distribution is your friend here.
  • Accessible seating: The venue is well-prepared; if you need accommodations, contact ACL Live in advance via the official planning guide to ensure optimal placement.
What We Love
  • intimate sightlines from every level
  • multiple bar options
  • strong balcony and mezzanine vantage points
  • compact footprint that keeps you close to the stage
Room to Improve
  • holiday-weekend crowds and parking pressure
  • popular bars may stack lines at peak times

Weather-proof plan

  • Afternoon: It'll be mild and partly sunny; consider a light layer you can tie to your bag or waist. Sunset brings a quick drop to the mid-40s—great for a cozy post-show stroll but chilly if you're lingering outside.
  • Rain check: Only a 20% chance of precipitation, but a compact umbrella or packable shell is smart insurance for downtown.

Pre- and post-show playbook
You're in the 2nd Street District, so plan to park the car once and walk. Reservations are wise for pre-show dining on a holiday-weekend Saturday, and you can also factor in broader downtown moves from our Thanksgiving Break family playbook.

Insider intelligence: how to do ACL Live like a local

  • Arrive early, linger smart: The lobby bars are efficient and the room is famously comfortable. Getting in 30–45 minutes before the opener helps you snag your ideal perch and settle before the rush. For more show-weekend nuance, pair this with our broader ACL Live stacked Nov 29–30 weekend guide.
  • Know the "no bad seats" truth: With no seat more than about 70–75 feet from the stage, you can prioritize vibe and convenience—bar proximity, restrooms, or a clear sightline—without sacrificing sound.
  • Mezzanine front rows = studio feel: ACL Live was designed for broadcast-quality clarity. The front of Mezzanine gives you that classic ACL TV angle, with balanced sound and full-stage sightlines.
  • Balcony rail logic: It's the best vantage to appreciate harmonies, solos, and pedal work. If you love tracking musicianship, go high and center.
  • Use those screens wisely: When you duck out for a refill, the digital screens keep you in the loop during transitions and extended jams.
  • Accessibility matters: Reach out to the venue ahead of time through the official site to lock in accessible seating and arrival details that minimize wait time.
  • Tours if you're in early: If you're in town on Friday, take the weekday venue tour (11 AM–Noon) for behind-the-scenes context before the Saturday show, then consider layering in a nearby culture stop like our insider guide to Rahim Fortune’s “Hardtack” at UT Austin.
Pro Tip

Building in a nearby dinner or post-show stop within a 5–10 minute walk lets you bypass the immediate rideshare surge and gives the garages time to thin out.

Transportation and timing tips

  • Downtown grid = options: Rideshare or public transit keeps things simple, especially on a busy holiday weekend. If you're driving, budget extra time for garage or street parking in the 2nd Street corridor; our Thanksgiving weekend free parking playbook can help you game out the cheapest options.
  • Check the source for specifics: For ticketing, door times, and any day-of updates, go straight to ACL Live's official channels.
  • Comfortable layers: Inside the theater is climate-controlled, but the walk in and out can swing from mid-60s to mid-40s by late evening.

Why this room flatters this bill
Band of Heathens and Jamestown Revival thrive on tight harmonies, guitar dialogue, and dynamics—exactly what ACL Live's acoustics are designed to showcase. The compact footprint translates nuance without sacrificing volume, so whether you plant on the floor or claim a rail upstairs, you're getting an audiophile-grade listen paired with a room that feels made for hometown heroes. If the show leaves you wanting more live Austin music history, drop by The Broken Spoke another night for a different-but-classic venue experience.

Primary sources and official info

Bottom line
A crisp late-fall night, a two-band Austin showcase, and one of the city's best-sounding rooms. Show up a touch early, pick your vantage based on vibe (floor energy, mezzanine balance, balcony precision), and let ACL Live's design do the rest. With tickets starting at $43, this is a can't-miss way to close out Thanksgiving week in the 2nd Street District—and a strong anchor for a full downtown weekend that can also include everything from downtown visitor center hacks to a festive stop at Miracle on 5th Street.