A Reddit user on r/electricforest recently shared their find of a vintage Electric Forest 2017 T-shirt unearthed at a thrift store—coinciding with their fresh decision to attend the festival. The shirt features colorful artwork, prominently displaying the Electric Forest logo, festival dates for both weekends (June 22–25 and June 29–July 2), and Rothbury, MI as the location.
The Reddit thread quickly stirred up fond memories and lively discussion among Electric Forest fans. Commenters hailed the 2017 lineup as “the best lineup IMO,” while also noting the year’s unique circumstances—such as artist Alana’s pregnancy causing Nero to skip a live performance. Others reminisced about traveling great distances, including one user who flew in from Spain for their first EF experience.
The authenticity of the T-shirt sparked debate, as some suspected it might be a campground knockoff rather than official merch, although the well-preserved print and prominent Bassnectar logo on the front suggested a high-quality design.
This post rekindled a collective appreciation for Electric Forest’s history and collectible festival merch, underscoring the vibrant culture and community surrounding the event’s past editions.
Source: r/electricforest