The 2025 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival was cut short on June 13 due to severe flooding, but the spirit of the event lived on strong in the community. On the Bonnaroo subreddit, a sprawling Missed Connections megathread emerged as fans shared heartfelt shoutouts to lost loves, friendly strangers, and unforgettable moments from the brief fest.
Highlights from the thread include:
- Gratitude for strangers who lent a hand navigating muddy grounds.
- Fans helping each other beat the heat with fans during blistering sets.
- Stories of kindness and solidarity around the sudden cancellation announcement.
- Celebration of standout acts, including King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard’s planned three-day residency and the “Insanely Fire 1970s Pool Party” SuperJam with Remi Wolf.
The lineup showcased headliners Tyler, the Creator, Olivia Rodrigo, Luke Combs, and Hozier, alongside a diverse supporting cast like Vampire Weekend, MJ Lenderman, Queens of the Stone Age, JPEGMAFIA, and more.
Though circumstances forced an early exit, Bonnaroo 2025 attendees turned the subreddit into a powerful testament of community resilience and shared experience, proving the festival’s true essence transcends any stage or storm. Keep those good vibes rolling, Bonnaroovians.
Source: r/bonnaroo