Bonnaroo weekend is almost upon us, so tap into our essential info guide for everything you need to know before you go!
Bonnaroo is practically here, and the excitement is through the roof as many begin their journeys to Manchester, Tennessee for a weekend of incredible music and unmatched vibes on June 13-16. Set times and Outeroo additions are here, wristbands have landed on Bonnaroovians’ doorsteps, and squads from all over the country are making their way to Tennessee for one of the longest-running festivals in the US.
Related: Want to know our picks for the best electronic music at Bonnaroo this year? Check out the article.
Whether you’re arriving as early as Tuesday or just dropping by with a day pass, it’s time to start preparing! The weather is known to be hot and humid every year on the Farm, and this weekend’s forecast shows highs in the 90s. Be sure to pack for all weather conditions, and most importantly, stay hydrated and don’t overdo it in the heat.
To ensure you have the best experience at Bonnaroo this year, we’ve compiled all the most important information in one place to help your weekend on the Farm go as smoothly as possible. Be sure to download the app on your iOS or Android device for additional updates during the event. Don’t forget to register your wristband on the Bonnaroo website before you arrive at The Farm for the smoothest entry experience.
Bonnaroo 2024 – Essential Info:
Dates: June 11-16, 2024
Venue Address: 754 Campground Rd, Manchester, TN
Tickets: Purchase HERE
Bonnaroo 2024 – Set Times:
Outeroo (The Campgrounds at Bonnaroo) 2024 – Set Times:
Bonnaroo 2024 – Festival and Campground Maps:
Bonnaroo 2024 – Workshops and Activity Schedule:
Reminder To Mind Your Belongings:
Unfortunately, during this festival season, many have reported pickpockets, bag slashings, and theft of wallets, smartphones, purses, and other valuables. While this small number of bad apples in the bunch doesn’t define an entire crowd, some opportunistic people come to these events to take advantage of unsuspecting partygoers, and it’s essential to be mindful of your valuables while at Bonnaroo.
Looking for tips to keep your belongings safe? Check our post highlighting some ideas!
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.
Bonnaroo 2024 – Do’s & Don’ts:
The Bonnaroo website provides all additional information about the event, such as general FAQs, camping and RVs, tickets and wristbands, getting to the Farm, and more.
Approved 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
Prohibited Items in Festival:
- 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 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 bringing 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
Prohibited Items in Campgrounds/Outeroo:
- 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
- NO Power Tools or Tools with gas motors