Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has officially canceled the remainder of its event as of June 13, 2025, following forecasts of significant and steady rainfall. Organizers cited dangerous camping and exit conditions as the primary concerns, ensuring attendee safety remains the top priority.
Key details:
- The National Weather Service’s forecast warned of severe rainfall leading to unsafe grounds.
- Festival staff are prioritizing assistance for campers in poor site conditions and those with accessibility needs.
- Attendees in better camping situations are asked to stay overnight to enable a controlled, safe exit the following day.
- Food vendors and health and safety services continue to operate in the camping area known as Outeroo.
- This marks the second full cancellation in five years—with the previous one triggered by Hurricane Ida’s aftermath in August 2021.
- Long-time weather troubles (including 2004’s infamous mud soak) have intensified calls within the community and outdoor event planners to consider shifting Bonnaroo out of June.
The festival community has expressed disappointment but recognizes the organizers’ commitment to safety amid challenging weather. Discussions are ongoing about how to adapt future Bonnaroos to reduce weather-related risks.
For more on past weather incidents impacting Bonnaroo:
- 2021 Hurricane Ida cancellation: CNN Coverage
- 2004 rain and mud challenges: Wikipedia
Source: r/coachella