A grassroots petition demanding the return of Firefly Music Festival in The Woodlands, Dover, DE, has topped 400 signatures. The movement targets AEG Presents, urging them to resurrect the festival and revive its celebrated East Coast community vibe.
Discussion on the r/bonnaroo forum reveals mixed fan sentiments:
- Many share nostalgic stories of Firefly as their first transformative festival experience and praise its unique location and atmosphere.
- Others express skepticism about the festival’s commercial handling and the influence of large promoters like AEG.
- A subset suggests refocusing energy on Bonnaroo 2026 or reviving other spots like Sasquatch instead.
Officially, Firefly’s organizers confirmed no 2024 event will take place, with promises that “The Woodlands will continue to host new music events for years to come,” while holding out hope to relight Firefly “when the timing is right.” (CBS News coverage)
Fans and petitioners alike hope this collective push can catalyze the festival’s comeback, restoring the magic and community spirit that once defined Firefly.
Source: r/bonnaroo