Bonnaroo weekend is almost upon us, so tap into our essential info guide for everything you need to know before you go!
This year’s edition of Bonnaroo is finally almost here, and excitement is getting higher than ever for Bonnaroovians as they get ready to head to Manchester, Tennessee, on June 15-18. Wristbands have arrived, set times are here, and the anticipation couldn’t be more real! Not only is it time to start packing, but it’s also time to start preparing for some incredible sets all weekend long.
The weather is known to be hot and humid every year on the Farm and this weekend’s forecast shows some sporadic Tennessee thunderstorms could be in store. Any seasoned camper knows to pack for any surprises, so make sure to bring plenty of extra clothes and rain gear for yourself and your campsite.
Related: Want to know the smartest ways to stay cool in the Tennessee heat this weekend? Check out five ways to beat the heat at Bonnaroo.
Be sure to register your wristband via the Bonnaroo website before you arrive for the smoothest entry. Not only is this important so you can upload your identification information and an emergency contact, but you can also link your debit card so you can pay at festival vendors with a simple wristband tap.
To help you have the best experience at Bonnaroo this year, we’ve gathered all of the important information and put it in one place to help your weekend on the Farm go as smoothly as possible. Don’t forget to download the app on your iOS or Android device to use while on-site for any additional updates on this year’s edition.
Bonnaroo 2023 – Essential Info:
- When: June 15-18, 2023
- Where: Great Stage Park, Manchester, TN
- Ages: All Ages
- Event Page: RSVP HERE
- Tickets: PURCHASE HERE
Bonnaroo 2023 – Set Times:
Bonnaroo 2023 – Festival and Camping Maps:
Reminder To Mind Your Belongings:
Unfortunately, many people have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables during this festival season. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, there are opportunistic people who come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers, and it’s important to be mindful of your valuables while at Bonnaroo.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
Bonnaroo 2023 – Do’s and Don’ts:
- All additional information about Bonnaroo, such as general FAQs, camping and RVs, tickets and wristbands, getting to the Farm, and more, can be found via their website.
Bag Policy:
In the campgrounds, you can bring most kinds of bags. In Centeroo and the main venue though (where the music happens), you will need to stick to these rules:
- ALL bags will be searched before entry.
- Small clutch purses and fanny packs that are 6″ x 9″ or smaller do not need to be clear, but can have no more than one pocket.
- All other bags larger than 6″ x 9″ must be smaller than 12″ x 6″ x 12″ and clear.
- Hydration packs are allowed and do not need to be clear, but must be emptied of all liquid and have no more than two pockets in addition to the one holding the water reservoir.
Approved/Prohibited Items in Festival:
- YES Empty reusable plastic or aluminum water bottles
- YES Clear bags made of clear plastic, clear vinyl, or clear pvc which do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″
- YES Waist pack, fanny packs, or similar
- YES Small Clutch Bags up to 6″ x 9″
- YES Small, empty hydration packs with up to two pockets will be allowed.
- YES Blankets
- YES Point and shoot cameras / cameras with detachable lens less than 2” long
- YES Totem (Less than 7 feet tall, and less than 1 inch in diameter. Must be made of light material: swim noodles, foam type material, cardboard tubes, fabric, light plastic, balloons, aluminum and/or blow up items.)
- YES Portable cooling devices like battery powered fans
- YES Factory sealed Naloxone/Narcan kit
- NO Backpacks or bags with multiple pockets
- NO Food or drinks
- NO Weapons
- NO Selfie sticks, go pro sticks, tripods
- NO Single pocket drawstring bags
- NO Outside alcohol (alcohol will be sold in venue)
- NO Inflatable couches (“lazy bag” etc.)
- NO Wagons
- NO Chairs of any size
- NO Totems made of hardwood and/or other materials that may cause injury if dropped. This includes flag poles and heavy sticks.
- NO Bikes, scooters, skateboards or other similar transportation devices will be permitted. 2-wheeled objects will not be permitted within the campgrounds or festival site. If you are riding a bike to the fest, please plan to park or store if off the grounds somewhere.
- NO Strollers with pockets (basic strollers allowed with children)
- NO Anything else that is prohibited on festival grounds.
Approved/Prohibited Items in Campgrounds/Outeroo:
- YES Alcohol (2-cases of beer per person, 2-boxes of wine per person per car and 1-1.75 liter of hard liquor per person per car.)
- YES Food / drinks
- YES Point and shoot cameras / cameras with detachable lens less than 2” long
- YES Portable camping grill
- Forty (40) pounds of charcoal per grill per vehicle will be allowed. If you aren’t bringing in a grill… then you won’t be allowed any charcoal. Propane tanks 20lbs or smaller will be allowed. Only 1 propane tank per grill per vehicle or 2 small “Coleman” type tanks per grill per vehicle.
- YES Generator (smaller than 4KW) (1 generator per vehicle. No more than 10 gallons of gasoline in an appropriate container per generator per vehicle will be allowed. Any amount greater than that will be confiscated. If you aren’t brining in a generator you won’t be allowed to bring any gas.)
- YES Instruments (but please be mindful of your neighbors).
- YES Camping Tools (Tent mallets, tent anchors, knives no longer than palm length for cooking purposes)
- YES Hand Tools (allowed at security’s discretion)
- YES Factory sealed Naloxone/Narcan kit
- NO Glass
- NO Wooded Fires Allowed
- NO Kegs
- NO Weapons
- NO Drones
- NO Fireworks
- NO Illegal Substances
- NO Bicycles or any other wheeled transportation devices
- NO Professional cameras (with detachable lenses longer than 2” long)
- NO Pets (even really, really tiny ones)
- NO Glow sticks
- NO Box trucks/tractor-trailers
- NO Laser pens or similar focused light device
- NO Vending (sharing, yes. Selling, no)
- NO Power Tools or Tools with gas motors
