Bonnaroo 2025 cancelled as severe weather forces early shutdown

Friday at Bonnaroo had only just begun when the festival halted performances and evacuated the Centeroo grounds due to approaching “severe weather.” A message shared on social media urged attendees to “please head calmly to the nearest exit & shelter in a vehicle.” For many, the announcement felt both inevitable and surreal, a reminder of how quickly nature can redraw the plans of tens of thousands.

After hours of delays, gate closures, and canceled sets, Bonnaroo 2025 has now been officially cancelled—entirely. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are all off. Read the full statement from the festival below.

In the aftermath, organizers focused on safety and transparency, outlining refund policies and acknowledging the weight of the moment. While the festival’s cancellation left a gap in the usual rhythm of June, it also reinforced the reality of hosting a large scale event in unpredictable weather conditions. For longtime attendees, the hope is simple: Bonnaroo will return, the fields will dry, and the next time the gates open the memories of 2025 will serve as a reminder of both the fragility and the resilience that come with a festival of this scale.

For now, relive a few of the strongest highlights from yesterday at Bonnaroo 2025: