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The Lumineers Perform Free SXSW Show in Austin
Thousands brave cold weather to see folk-rock band's concert at Waterloo Park
Mar. 17, 2026 at 2:26am
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The Americana band The Lumineers played a free public concert in Austin's Waterloo Park during the South by Southwest festival. Despite unusually cold weather, thousands of fans gathered to watch the group's performance, which featured their signature folk-influenced rock sound and singalong anthems.
Why it matters
The Lumineers' free SXSW show was a rare opportunity for both festival attendees and local Austin residents to see the popular band perform without needing a festival badge. The concert also helped celebrate the debut of Rivian's new R2 electric vehicle.
The details
The Lumineers, led by frontman Wesley Schultz and drummer Jeremiah Fraites, took the stage at Waterloo Park to perform their mix of folk-rock and anthemic tunes that have made them one of the most recognizable acts in modern Americana music. The free concert was open to the public, offering SXSW goers and Austin locals alike a chance to enjoy the performance.
- The concert took place on March 17, 2026 during the South by Southwest Conference and Festivals in Austin.
The players
The Lumineers
An Americana band known for their folk-influenced rock sound and singalong anthems.
Wesley Schultz
The frontman of The Lumineers.
Jeremiah Fraites
The drummer of The Lumineers.
Rivian
An electric vehicle company that debuted its new R2 model at the free Lumineers concert.
The takeaway
The Lumineers' free SXSW concert in Austin's Waterloo Park demonstrated the band's continued popularity and the demand for live music experiences that are accessible to the general public, not just festival badge holders.
