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US music festival to return on same dates in 2026 despite being rained off this year

Bonnaroo will return next June, despite this year’s edition of the music festival being canceled while the festival was happening due to severe weather.
Bonnaroo will return next June, despite this year’s edition of the music festival being canceled while the festival was happening due to severe weather. (Getty Images)
  • The Bonnaroo music festival is scheduled to return from 11 to 14 June next year, following its cancellation this year due to severe weather.
  • This year's event, which commenced on 12 June, was halted the following day after significant delays and an evacuation notice.
  • Organizers have announced several changes for the 2025 festival, including a reduced capacity by not utilizing flood-affected campsites and dedicating funding to campground improvements.
  • A notable change involves the Thursday line-up, with the main 'What Stage' hosting a welcome party instead of a headliner, and other stages commencing programming from Friday.
  • Fan reactions have been mixed, with many appreciating the reduced capacity but expressing disappointment over the altered Thursday schedule and its potential impact on smaller artists.
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