Bonnaroo’s 2025 festival was canceled once again—this time due to severe weather conditions, marking the third cancellation in five years. Previous cancellations were in 2020 from the COVID-19 pandemic and in 2021 due to Hurricane Ida’s flooding.
Fans and artists on r/shakyknees expressed strong empathy, especially for undercard acts and vendors who lean heavily on Bonnaroo’s platform. Though insurance mitigates some financial damage, insiders warn these repeated cancellations burden Bonnaroo’s long-term operations. Attendees on-site confirmed the unsafe grounds, affirming the organizers’ tough decision to pull the plug.
This string of cancellations has fueled fresh enthusiasm for Shaky Knees, scheduled for September 19–21 in Atlanta’s Piedmont Park. With a lineup led by Deftones, My Chemical Romance, and Blink-182, fans are shifting their festival focus there — seeking better weather and a more reliable rock experience.
Stay connected with Extra Chill Festival Wire for ongoing updates on how Shaky Knees and Bonnaroo navigate this turbulent festival season.
Source: r/ShakyKnees