Bonnaroo Info Thread

Red Lukin

a5pj wrote:

how about some insight on the vip vs reg tix?

The main thing is proximity. You can hear the music loud and clear from your camp in VIP, and it's only a minute or so walk to the main stage area. GA can be 45-60min!

Also with VIP you get A/C washrooms, showers, a larger camp space, free food from noon-9pm, and a pre-party on Thursday (with free beer).

I think they also get their own personal band on Thursday. Last year was Dr. Dog I believe.

You also don't get checked, so you can go back to VIP grab some food and some beers, then walk into Centeroo and watch some music with a beer in hand (instead of paying $6 a beer in Centeroo).

It costs like $600-700 bucks, compared to $200 GA.

covered in bliss

http://bonnaroo.proboards21.com/index.cgi

In the past, VIP tickets were sold in pairs only-1200 total plus a bunch of fees. There are a few threads at the above website that debate regular vs VIP camping.

VIP is very close to Centeroo and there is air-conditioning and showers. There are other perks but those alone are worth the extra 400 bucks. There is food from noon to 9pm and it's easy to bring in your own beer.

a5pj

hmm i was thinking vip sounded nice, price is a little too nice for me, esp since it looks like i might be going solo... looks like no vip here...

Thinking of it, it's cheaper than the lolla packages and it sounds like you get more at roo too.

Red Lukin

a5pj wrote:

hmm i was thinking vip sounded nice, price is a little too nice for me, esp since it looks like i might be going solo... looks like no vip here...

Thinking of it, it's cheaper than the lolla packages and it sounds like you get more at roo too.

I don't think it's as necessary at Lolla. I mean most people have a hotel they can go back to to relax, but at Roo not having to walk 45 min back to your tent for food, water, beer etc. saves a lot of energy. I went vip last year at roo and must have went back to my tent at least 5 times a day to eat, shower, grab drinks, relax etc., and found the $100 a day to be worth it. If I had to walk 45 min back to my tent in GA I probably would have been pretty tired by the end of the day, andlikely would have spent lots of money on food etc. in Centeroo. Remember the music goes til 3-5am, so it's key to save energy.

If I were in GA I might think about an RV. It's very hot and to go back to an air conditioned RV would be heaven.

covered in bliss

a5pj wrote:

hmm i was thinking vip sounded nice, price is a little too nice for me, esp since it looks like i might be going solo... looks like no vip here...

Thinking of it, it's cheaper than the lolla packages and it sounds like you get more at roo too.

I've read that it's really easy to unload single VIP's. I'm probably going alone as well and the close proximity is a huge plus. trying to find my way back to my tent after a really long day and night.... that's just asking for trouble! People at the other website have posted about having to walk an hour back to their tents.... walking back and forth would blow. It gets cold at night and if someone was playing that you wanted to see... you'd have to freeze or carry something around all day. Bleh...

Saving $ on beer is a huge plus, too. And it's well-lit.

NeilJam

The first two years I went I was lucky and had great camping spots about 15-20 minutes from Centeroo. Last year I got stuck in the boonies so it was closer to an hour to get to the festivities. I've been saying I will go VIP if PJ ever plays Roo and plan to follow up on that pledge this year.

I should also note that last year they added more space to the VIP section of the campground. Apparently the upped the percentage of VIP tickets.

reblfan

Wow, it sounds have if Bonnaroo has really changed since I went the first year.

I believe I paid $75 for my ticket. We arrived Thursday and waited about 7 hours in traffic, which was good compared to some people. We got very luck with our campsite as it was right in front of the main stage. We could sit on top of our car and see the jumbotrons and hear the music perfectly. We were also about a 5 minute walk from Centeroo. We were able to bring anything into Centeroo, just not the main stage areas (I hope this hasn't changed).

The scene at the first Bonnaroo was amazing. So many people who had no idea what to expect. The weather was great and the vibe was even better. Met a lot of extremely nice people there. I'm so glad that my first return trip will be to see PJ!

Fahka

LukinFan wrote:

Thanks, so you are allowed to bring food in? Most festivals you can't bring food in.

a girl i know went last year so i grilled her about some things

She says reguarding food.. They do HAVE food, but she said it was kind of gross and hurt her stomach... she said people brought all their own stuff pretty much.

Fahka

SomethingCreative wrote:

so is camping free with a ticket???

good question. I think you only have to pay to "car camp" (or for the spot rather) which is what route i think im gonna take... its all gonna come down to money though i guess.. (doesnt everything? ;p)

NeilJam

LeatherMandi wrote:

good question. I think you only have to pay to "car camp" (or for the spot rather) which is what route i think im gonna take... its all gonna come down to money though i guess.. (doesnt everything? ;p)

See the correct answer to that question in post #18.

Fahka

NeilJam wrote:

See the correct answer to that question in post #18.

Oh so parking is included? Sweet...

SPEEDY MCCREADY

NeilJam wrote:

No electric or water hookups for RVs. If you want electric you will need to have a generator. To take an RV, you have to buy an RV pass in addition to your ticket(s).

There are some trees for shade in Centeroo, but most of the campground is just an open field with mostly dirt roads. Some of the camping area is located by some trees, but that's mostly far away from where all the stages are. You can't choose your spot, you just have to camp where they direct you to go.

no electric or water hookup?????

wtf is that all about???? hehehehe

YIKES!!!!!

upina2001

reblfan wrote:

Wow, it sounds have if Bonnaroo has really changed since I went the first year.

I believe I paid $75 for my ticket. We arrived Thursday and waited about 7 hours in traffic, which was good compared to some people. We got very luck with our campsite as it was right in front of the main stage. We could sit on top of our car and see the jumbotrons and hear the music perfectly. We were also about a 5 minute walk from Centeroo. We were able to bring anything into Centeroo, just not the main stage areas (I hope this hasn't changed).

The scene at the first Bonnaroo was amazing. So many people who had no idea what to expect. The weather was great and the vibe was even better. Met a lot of extremely nice people there. I'm so glad that my first return trip will be to see PJ!

I hear ya,,,,,I feel like I am in your boat....Id say Id never go back until PJ......SO, I hope its true.....
For the Vegan chick, there are plenty of "lot" venders that will have vegan food, but I would bring some with you.....cmon, its like a Phish or Dead show.....there will be plenty of whatever you are looking for...

NeilJam

LeatherMandi wrote:

Oh so parking is included? Sweet...

Yes, unless you plan to take an RV.

NeilJam

SPEEDY MCCREADY wrote:

no electric or water hookup?????

wtf is that all about???? hehehehe

YIKES!!!!!

It is possible they could add hookups since Superfly just bought the farm last year, but in the past there have been none. I really don't see this being added this year, maybe farther off in the future.

SPEEDY MCCREADY

NeilJam wrote:

It is possible they could add hookups since Superfly just bought the farm last year, but in the past there have been none. I really don't see this being added this year, maybe farther off in the future.

ok i have another silly question???

are you able to bring a grill and cook out all weekend at your r.v. site????

or are you stuck eating food from the vendors all weekend????

wickedmonkeyz

SPEEDY MCCREADY wrote:

ok i have another silly question???

are you able to bring a grill and cook out all weekend at your r.v. site????

or are you stuck eating food from the vendors all weekend????

yep, just no open fires...cook away all weekend

Sprunkn7

Holy shit this is going to be so much fun!

NeilJam

SPEEDY MCCREADY wrote:

ok i have another silly question???

are you able to bring a grill and cook out all weekend at your r.v. site????

or are you stuck eating food from the vendors all weekend????

You will be able to take a grill in with you. They do state that no open flames are allowed (like a campfire), so many people bring grills to cook at their campsite.

The past three years I've taken a propane fueled camping stove with 2 burners and security never said anything about having it.

I probably don't have to say this, but remember to use care when cooking at Roo, especially if the grass is dry again this year as it was in 2007.

Sprunkn7

Actually I have a question about Crocs. everybody on the Inforoo site loves them and I love them, but I tend to get blisters when sand and dirt get in them. I'm worried about my feet...