By now, you’ve likely heard that Bonnaroo is canceled due to flooding caused by Tropical Depression Ida. The sold-out festival brings in ~80,000 attendees each year, so it’s no surprise bands, vendors, and festival-goers are searching for alternative plans.
As the Bonnaroovian code goes, we’re here to radiate positivity + share a few activities for your would-be Bonnaroo weekend — from pop-up shows and last-minute festivals to food and drink specials (available with proof of Bonnaroo ticket purchase).
Shows
- The Other Fest | Thurs., Sept. 2-Sun., Sept. 5 | Times vary | Multiple venues, Manchester | $20 | Performances by Andy Frasco, Big Something, Kid Politics, and more (Pro Tip: Popular Bonnaroo vendor Spicy Pie will be there.)
- Bonnaroo Presents: Phoebe Bridgers, Brittany Howard, and Sylvan Esso | Sat., Sept. 4 | 7 p.m. | Ascend Amphitheater | Tickets go on sale at 12 p.m. today.
- Nonaroo | Fri., Sept. 3 | 8-11 p.m. | Honeytree Meadery | Cost of purchase | Live music, fire dancing, and vendors
- Mdou Moctar | Fri., Sept. 3 | 8 p.m. | Third Man Records | $15 | All ages show
- Hop-a-Roo | Fri., Sept. 3-Sun., Sept. 5 | Times vary | Hop Springs, 6790 John Bragg Hwy., Murfreesboro | $20+ | Burning Las Vegas, Soul Asylum, and more
- Who’s Who! The Women of Roo! | Sun., Sept. 5 | 8 p.m. | Exit/In | $5 | Featuring Charlotte Sands, Bailey Bryan, and Gayle
Note: Check with individual venues for the most up-to-date information, as shows may sell out quickly.
Food and drink specials
- The Pharmacy | 25% off burgers
- Rosepepper Cantina | Half off first margarita
- Bottlecap | $7 Bonnaroo Blues drinks
- Bagelshop | 25% off order
- Southern Grist Brewing Co. | Buy one, get one on draft pours + 20% to-go beer
- Monday Night Preservation Society | Buy one, get one drinks
- Bearded Iris Brewing | 20% off draft and to-go beers all weekend
Looking for something else to do this weekend? Check out our September Plan Ahead for more weekend activities.
