Bonnaroo 2025 Cancelled After Severe Storms Hit Tennessee

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Bonnaroo 2025 Cancelled Due to Severe Storms in Tennessee as Dangerous Weather Forces Festival Shutdown

Bonnaroo 2025 Cancelled: Full Lineup Before Shutdown

Bonnaroo 2025 Cancelled — the highly anticipated Bonnaroo 2025 Music and Arts Festival has been officially cancelled after severe storms hit Manchester, Tennessee. The event, which started with thousands of excited attendees, was forced to shut down due to extreme weather conditions that made the festival grounds unsafe.

Bonnaroo 2025 festival cancelled due to extreme weather and severe storms in Tennessee
Bonnaroo 2025 shut down after dangerous storms forced organizers to cancel the festival in Tennessee.

Why Was Bonnaroo 2025 Cancelled?

Organizers announced the cancellation after continuous heavy rainfall flooded the camping areas and performance stages. The dangerous weather posed significant risks to both attendees and performers, leaving organizers no choice but to prioritize safety.

In an official statement, Bonnaroo organizers said:
“We are beyond gutted, but we must make the safest decision and cancel the remainder of Bonnaroo.”

On Friday, Centeroo, the festival’s main stage area, was evacuated as weather conditions worsened. With more storms predicted over the weekend, continuing the event was impossible.

Bonnaroo 2025 Full Lineup Before Cancellation

The 2025 edition of Bonnaroo had scheduled some of the biggest names in the music industry:

Thursday:

  • Luke Combs

  • Dom Dolla

Friday:

  • Tyler, The Creator

  • John Summit

  • Glass Animals

Saturday:

  • Olivia Rodrigo

  • Avril Lavigne

  • Justice

Sunday:

  • Hozier

  • Vampire Weekend

  • Queens of the Stone Age

Additional acts included King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard, Action Bronson, Alex Warren, and more.

Refund Policy for Bonnaroo 2025 Ticket Holders

Bonnaroo organizers announced full and partial refunds for all affected ticket holders:

  • One-day tickets (Friday to Sunday): 100% refund

  • Four-day passes and camping: 75% refund

  • Refund processing: within 30 days

For complete details, visit the official Bonnaroo website.

Fan Reactions Across Social Media

The cancellation sparked mixed reactions across platforms like Reddit, Instagram, and Twitter. While many expressed disappointment over travel costs and missed performances, others supported the organizers’ decision to prioritize safety.

How Severe Was The Bonnaroo 2025 Weather?

The National Weather Service had issued multiple storm warnings before the festival. However, the actual storm system produced heavier rainfall than expected, flooding large portions of the camping areas and festival grounds.

Experts noted that continued rainfall would have worsened already dangerous conditions for the remaining days of the event.

Will Bonnaroo Return in 2026?

At this point, no official reschedule date has been announced. However, Bonnaroo has a strong history of bouncing back. Many fans remain hopeful that the 2026 edition will return stronger, with enhanced safety protocols and another incredible lineup.

Lightning strikes over Bonnaroo 2025 festival grounds before cancellation due to extreme weather in Tennessee
A powerful lightning storm over Bonnaroo 2025 contributed to the cancellation of the music festival for safety reasons.

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Written by Daniel Brooks | The North Headlines Breaking News Desk

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