Chappell Roan Takes Austin by Storm: Fans Gather for ACL Performance

The highly anticipated Chappell Roan performance at ACL is drawing massive crowds, with fans eagerly awaiting her 6:45 p.m. set on the American Express stage. Here's the latest:

5:25 p.m. Chappell Crowd Takes Over Zilker Park

Fans have blanketed the field in front of the main stage, with friends playing cards, adorned in pink glitter, and waving pride flags as Cannons performs. The atmosphere is electric as the crowd grows in anticipation.

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3:30 p.m. Chappell Roan Updates Fans

Chappell Roan took to her Instagram story to encourage fans to wave pink during her set. She also provided a Hulu livestream link for those unable to attend.

3:00 p.m. Kids: Roan Gives Them Permission to Be Themselves

Fans, many of whom have waited since morning, continue to express their admiration for Roan. Young fans like 8-year-old Grace Reeves love Roan's music and the permission it gives them to be themselves.

1:15 p.m. Empress Of Opens for Roan

Lorely Rodriguez, known as Empress Of, kicked off the American Express stage action, acknowledging the enthusiastic Pink Pony Club camped out early for Roan.

1:00 p.m. Pink Pony Club Swells to 200+

The crowd has grown significantly, with fans excitedly cheering and waving as the countdown to Roan's performance continues. The Pink Pony Club appreciates Roan's representation and the safe space she creates.

11:00 a.m. Fans Gather Early

Minutes after gates opened, fans rushed to the American Express stage. Teej Rodriguez, among others, expressed excitement and admiration for Roan's authenticity and her impact on mental health and LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Statesman contributor Ramon Ramirez contributed this report.