x
Breaking News
More () »

ACL 2019: Why does the Star Wars theme song play when the gates open? There's a simple answer

Every year Austin City Limits plays the Star Wars theme song when the gates open, but why?

AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin City Limits festival-goers were lined up, the gates were ready, and the Star Wars theme song was playing?

As odd as it sounds, playing this popular sci-fi film theme song has been a staple for ACL to play as the gates open up for the two weekend-long festival. 

The question to ask though is, why?

KVUE's Brittany Flowers tweeted at ACL, asking if anyone knew why they had this fun tradition and ACL had a simple response.

"Because it's epic!"

They're not wrong.

After the gates open and the music begins, remember to hydrate, what roads to avoid, the best ways to get to the festival, and what artists to look out for!

WATCH: ACL 2019 plays Star Wars theme as gates open

Some of the big performers taking on Zilker Park on Weekend 1 include Lizzo, Guns N' Roses, Childish Gambino, Billie Eilish and so many more artists. 

RELATED:

 What you need to know about ACL 2019's bag policy

ACL Fest: What you can and cannot bring

The festival is expected to bring in about 75,000 people per day, so be sure to get there early and to pack only what's allowed in so you don't waste your time in line.

We have a list of everything you need to know for the Austin festival so you're prepared.

WATCH: ACL Fest 2019 safety tips

PEOPLE ARE ALSO READING:

Woman applying for Austin position shamed by company over bikini photo

'I waited one year to hear 'I'm sorry'': Brandt Jean explains why he forgave Amber Guyger

ACL 2019: Stay off these roads during these times

Before You Leave, Check This Out