Bonnaroo 2014 Packing List

My friend Jordan & I did something crazy, we purchased tickets to Bonnaroo Music Festival in Manchester TN. I've never been to a huge music festival like this & I am really excited! It has been on my bucket list for quite some time. To say I am anxious, excited & #ready2roo is an understatement. I can't wait!

While camping for 4 days might not sound like my cup of tea all the time I am totally willing to do it. I am happy that Jordan is a seasoned camper because I def am not. I am a bit OCD when it comes to packing lists & have been researching like CRAZY. If this is your first time to Bonnaroo (like us) I have some tips & websites for you. I will update this when I get back from what I learn.

Photo Credit: Refinery 29

First, check out that lineup! Be sure to create your list & who you're going to see. Get pumped up by listening to my Bonnaroo playlist. Mine looks a little something like this:

Thursday:

- The Preatures

- Cass Mccombs

- Real Estate/ Mr Ms

- Cloud Nothings

- Polica

- White Denim

Friday:

- Ben Howard

- The Naked & Famous

- Chvrches

- Phoenix

- The Head and the Heart

- Kanye West

- Disclosure

- Skrillex

Saturday:

- Classixx

- Haerts

- Cake

- Grouplove

- Cage the Elephant

- Slightly Stoopid

- Chromeo

- Cut Copy

- Zedd

- Flaming lips

- Kaskade

Sunday:

- Capital Cities

- Fitz & the Tantrums

- Arctic Monkeys

- The Avett Brothers

- Elton John

But of course you can never fully plan who you will end up seeing. Just go with the flow & have fun! Next be sure to register your wristband before heading to the farm.

^^ I accidentally clamped mine on early. I'll be wearing this until I get to Bonnaroo on Thursday (oops!)

Now lets get to that packing list! I have read many websites about what to bring. Here are the best I've found:

1. Inforoo.com: This website is full of helpful forums from people who have been every year to newbies like me. You can find ride shares, camping tips, packing lists & more on this website.
2. Bonnarootips.com: I found this website on Instagram & I am happy I did. This website has tons of great camping tips, DIY's, getting to Bonnaroo, safety tips & they have a great Facebook page with even more info. 
3. poorvin.com/roo/faq/: My friends Mom sent me this website & it's great! It basically has all the info you might need.
4. bonnaroochris.blogspot.com/: I love his packing list! It's broken down into sections & has a check box next to the items making it easy for you. (I have this printed out & taking items from it.)
5. Create your own Pinterest board like I did to keep yourself organized & pin helpful info you find along the way. 

Jordan & I got really lucky when it comes to camping. We are joining a groop camp site where everyone contributes. It really helps since we are flying in & then driving to the farm. Our packing list looks like this (still in progress):

Emily:

-Shampoo/ dry shampoo 

-Conditioner

-Deodorant

-Sunscreen

-Bug spray

-Toilet paper

-Face wash

-Garbage bags

-Cliff bars

-Small cooler

-First aid kit

-Water bottle

-Koozies

-Trail mix

-Zip lock bags

-Water bottle

We need to get when we arrive:

-Larger cooler

-Blow up things to sleep on

-Peanut butter

-Jelly

-Bread

-Beef jerky

-Food

-Beer 

-Ice

-Water

-Electric Fan

-Camping chairs
-Foam mats

Jordan:

-Greek flag thing (to identify our camp)

-Flashlight/ head lamp

-Tent

-Hand sanitizer

-Wet Ones

-Blanket

-Car charger 

-Tarp

-Batteries

-Backpack with camelback reservoir

-Nalgene

-Flask

Items contributing to group:

-Oranges (5)

-Paper towels

-Hot dog buns

-Pretzels

-Frozen burgers

-Chips & Guac

-Hummus

-Jelly

-Bread for Sandwiches

-Fruit (Bananas)

Obviously there is so much more that everyone will be bringing from the groop. We are both bringing our own sleeping bags + pillows (don't forget that!)

Now moving on to the clothes (my fav.) Remember this is a after all a music festival & you're going to get gross. It will be hot (your in the south) so packing clothes that are breathable + lightweight is key. Here are the items I am taking:

-3 dresses

-1 romper

-2 pair of shorts

-3 tank tops

-1 pair of jeans

-Rain boots/ rain jacket

-3 pairs of sandals

-Flip flops

-Pair of flats

-Swimsuits

-Pajamas

-Sweater/ sweatshirt (for night)

-Side bag

-2 hats

-Sunglasses

Blurred Lines Cami Dress , Middle Dress (old), Cutout Tie-Dye Cami dress

^^ Bring things that can go with each outfit & that are inter changeable. 

^^ I am bringing my comfortable pairs of sandals & rain boots (in case!!)

Photo credit: Refinery 29

We leave in 3 days! If you're going to Bonnaroo let me know. If you have any other tips leave them in the comments below. I am by no means a seasoned rooer! See you soon roo (eek!!)

Xo,

Emily

P.S. Check back for photos from the festival!