A recent Reddit thread on r/bonnaroo sparked a lively conversation among fans about the thrill of collecting secondhand Bonnaroo merchandise. The original poster shared their prized find—a 2018 Bonnaroo production staff shirt from their inaugural festival year—and expressed excitement about hunting down this year’s Croo shirt next.
Community members quickly joined in, showcasing their own vintage treasures ranging from T-shirts spanning 2013 to 2017, to fanny packs and card decks. Some even hoped to score old Bonnaroo posters in their thrifting quests. The thread revealed how much the community values not just the music and experience but the tangible nostalgia and history kept alive through these memorabilia.
Several users noted that local thrift spots like Goodwill in Manchester, Tennessee used to be hotspots for finding Bonnaroo merchandise, although recent years have seen these finds become more scarce, making each discovery even more special. The thread was a testament to the community spirit and enduring passion for Bonnaroo culture beyond the festival grounds.
For festival fans, thrift hunting Bonnaroo gear has become its own kind of journey—connecting past and present Roo moments through cherished collectibles. Keep an eye on those thrift shelves; the next gem might be waiting for you.
Source: r/bonnaroo