Nestled in beautiful Waterloo Park in the heart of downtown Austin, Waterloo Greenway’s state-of-the-art outdoor venue continued to bring world-class entertainment to the Live Music Capital of the World throughout 2025.
A Year of Spectacular Shows
We welcomed thousands of music-lovers for another incredible year of music, community, and memorable moments at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park. From indie darlings to legendary icons, 2025 brought an eclectic line-up that showcased diverse musical tastes.
St. Vincent
My Morning Jacket
Gryffin
Lane 8
Khruangbin
beabadoobee
Remi Wolf
Tedeschi Trucks Band With Buddy Guy
Lucy Dacus
Empire Of The Sun
Caamp
The Black Keys
Peach Pit & Briston Maroney
Blue October
Slightly Stoopid
Billy Currington and Kip Moore
Teddy Swims
Ethel Cain
Pixies with Spoon
Coheed and Cambria & Taking Back Sunday
Father John Misty
Lake Street Dive
Whiskey Myers
Quinn XCII
The Red Clay Strays
Turnstile
Reneé Rapp
Big Thief
Ryan Bingham & The Texas Gentlemen
In May, Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park was awarded a USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Amphitheater in the U.S.
Anchored by our C3/Live Nation Concert Series, we also had the honor of hosting Billboard’s The Stage at SXSW shows in March, Austin Blues Festival presented by Antone’s in April, and Austin Urban Music & Cultural Festival in September, reinforcing our venue’s role as a premier destination for some of Austin’s most iconic festivals.
Waterloo Greenway also hosts community programming at the amphitheater that features favorite local bands, musicians, and DJs, such as at our Two-Step Nights, Día de los Muertos, and other special events. Thanks to the generosity of community-minded sponsors, these programs are presented at no cost to the community and are accessible to all. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date in 2026!
Be sure to check out more photos at the end of this post!
Community Ticket Giveaway
Our commitment to accessibility remained strong through our Community Ticket Giveaway program, which provides 100 free tickets to every concert at Moody Amphitheater through a unique partnership between Waterloo Greenway Conservancy, C3 Presents, and Live Nation. This initiative ensures that live music remains accessible to all Austinites, regardless of their circumstances. Entry forms were published two weeks before every concert, with winners randomly selected and notified one week before each show.
Food & Beverage
Throughout the year, FBR Management handled food and beverage concessions during concerts, ensuring fans were well-fed and refreshed throughout their experience. Additionally, The Peached Tortilla’s Asian fusion inspired offerings added authentic Austin flavor to the concert experience.
Elevated Experiences
For those looking to take their concert experience to the next level, our premium offerings delivered unparalleled comfort and exclusivity. The Rooftop Terrace provided premium concert guests with private elevated views of the park, a rooftop lounge, and misting fans in a VIP environment. Premium Seat Holders enjoyed dedicated parking, an exclusive entrance, comfortable furnishings, private bars, and the air-conditioned PNC Lounge with private restrooms.
A Park for Everyone
More than just a concert venue, Waterloo Park offers 11 acres of revitalized green space, hike-and-bike trails, stunning Hill Country Gardens, and multiple gathering spaces for park visitors and passers-through. Unlike other major entertainment venues, parkgoers can picnic, play, or perform on the stage when it’s not being used for concerts and events, making Moody Amphitheater a true community space that serves Austin year-round.
We want to give a HUGE shout-out to Waterloo Greenway’s Park Operations team for impeccable maintenance of the lawns, trees, and the green spaces surrounding Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park! The lower amphitheater lawn received major maintenance and care in August and again in December.
And we are so grateful for our friendly Waterloo Park Ambassadors who help keep the park clean and safe, thanks to our partnership with the Downtown Austin Alliance. Providing general park information, local insider tips, and beautification services, our ambassadors help us make Waterloo Greenway and all of downtown Austin a welcoming place for everyone to enjoy!
In August our Park Operations team and Park Ambassadors were honored with a certificate of appreciation by Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) Community PARKnerships!
Looking Ahead
As a program of Waterloo Greenway Conservancy – the nonprofit organization that operates and maintains Waterloo Park and Moody Amphitheater – we’re grateful to our partners at C3 Presents and Live Nation Entertainment for bringing world-class talent to our stage. Together, we’re building on Waterloo Park’s rich legacy as a gathering place for authentic Austin experiences.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in 2025. Here’s to another incredible year of music, community, and magic under the Texas sky in 2026!
P.S. Eager for more?! Check out our fun Instagram takeovers by Waterloo Greenway and Moody Amphitheater staff. We can’t wait to dive in for more takeovers next season!
Red Clay Strays, September 28, 2025 – From backstage prep to showtime magic – here’s a look at our takeover from the Red Clay Strays concert at Moody Amphitheater! Huge thanks to our crew, staff, and fans for making it a night to remember!
Turnstile, October 14, 2025 – He came. He saw. He crowdsurfed – all while managing all things ticketing at Moody Amp! Here’s a look at our takeover from the Turnstile show!
Reneé Rapp, October 22, 2025 – Check out an inside look at a day in the life of our Operations Coordinator at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park!
Kevin Gates, October 31, 2025 – She kept the party going all while managing bar operations at Moody Amphitheater! Here’s a look at our takeover from the Kevin Gates show!
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