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I was wondering if anyone had any experience/advice about bringing kids to bonnaroo??? We went in '04 and at the time said we would never bring kids with us...however, we have a baby who'll be 18 months in June and I'm not sure we're ready to leave him for that long yet. We're going VIP with a pop up if we do go...and I really want to go! Am I crazy thinking this won't be a miserable experience? ???
Post by confusedsince81 on Mar 14, 2007 13:51:03 GMT -5
not the kinda thing i would want to bring an 18 month to, It's only a week, im sure your child would have a better time staying home w/ someone! and Im sure you would as well
18 months is too young IMO. Being in VIP and having a popup would help but I think you would end up staying there with your baby and missing out on what you paid 1200 bucks for.
me too - I have a 23 month old and would not dream of bringing her and she is a great baby - very easy going and has been to concerts and loves her stroller - but the heat makes it dangerous - trying to keep them hydrated - plus - seems like it would be hard just to keep up with them
Last Edit: Mar 14, 2007 14:16:28 GMT -5 by Meg - Back to Top
I love babies and I'd be more than happy to watch yours while you enjoy all the shows... I mean as long as you pay me...and they don't cry and crap all over the place
But seriously, I guess I'm not one to give advice since I don't have kids myself but I think I'll have to agree with the others here in that 18 months is too young and the heat might be kinda dangerous.
i am personally not bringing my kids, but at 5 and 4, i would be too busy chasing them to enjoy the music. I play softball like a maniac tho, and my kids have been going to weekend tournaments with me since they were born. The heat and humidity....eh, as long as the kids are hydrated and have shade and good ventilation, shouldn't be any kind of problem. If your baby doesn't like to drink water I wouldn't bring him, my kids always preferred water to milk or juice, so hydration wasn't a problem.
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Post by billypilgrim on Mar 14, 2007 19:09:37 GMT -5
Going VIP and having an 18-month old seems manageable to me. Obviously, one of you needs to stay pretty alert and responsible. And you'll need to stay away from the big crowds. But with fluids, shade, sunscreen, rain protection, ear protection (depending how close junior's going to get), and restraint on the part of mom and dad, I think you could pull this off. At least at 18 months, you don't have to worry about the kid running off for days and then showing up with some new piercings, ink, addictions, etc. And imagine being able to say when you're 15 that you're at your 14th Bonnaroo.
Post by crazykittensmile on Mar 14, 2007 19:21:13 GMT -5
you said in '04 you said you'd never bring kids with you, why was that? has having a child changed your outlook around enough to erase any and all reservations you had then?
personally, i think bonnaroo is a place i'd not want to have to be on parent duty, there's just so much going on, so many people, so much noise and heat, a lot of your time will be spent being concerned about your baby (like i have to tell you that!) rather than doing whatever you feel like doing. but if having your baby at a place like bonnaroo and doing all that comes with that kind of responsibility sounds like fun idea to you now, i say go for it. but only after you thoroughly examine what made you think it was a bad idea before.
VIP. And while many cynics will give you negative but not necessarily substantial reasons for not taking kids, it's worth pointing out that Centeroo actually has a kids tent, has kids bands playing during the early day in some of the smaller tents, and has a very kid friendly playground (last year being an exception due to a mulch issue).
I have a 3 year old that we were completely planning to take to Roo this year (VIP) but we've decided against it for just one more year. If people think they see a lot of kids in Centeroo, wait til they see VIP. VIP had LOTS of kids, of all ages last year. In fact one family of 5 kids (two twin 4 year olds) were camped near us. I would have no problem bringing my daughter this year, but we've let circumstances lie for one more year before we do. It sucks tho, because I'd love for her to say she was there for the Police, but we'll likely hit their Wrigley date.
Anyway, VIP or not at all. And even in VIP you have to decide what kind of vacation you want for yourself. Personally, a vacation with my daughter is my vacation. But before 3 years old I know that neither she nor I would have fun.
Post by I Can't Wait! on Mar 14, 2007 20:42:27 GMT -5
I don't see any problem bringing an eighteen month old to Bonnaroo, (as long as you are going VIP). The only major issue is like everyone said, The Heat!! VIP was very clean, everyone was very friendly, there was plenty of room for toddling, and you have the option of the big air conditioned hospitality tent (or your pop up) if you get too hot. We've taken our son to many shows and even a four day festival with no problems. (he'll be three in April). That being said, Bonaroo is ours, he stays home for now, it's one place where my wife and I can listen to great music without worrying if it's too loud, cut loose, not have to drive anywhere, stay up most the night and not have the thought of how responsible we may or may not be being, or worse yet, who's going to get up when he wakes up early. It sucks not bringing him, he loves dancing with all the people and we really enjoy having him at shows. As far as missing him, once Granma tells you he's fine and hasn't even noticed your gone, you'll have a great time.
If you bring him, have fun, and don't forget the earplugs!
The day we get there, me and a friend just decided to explore and 3 10 year olds attack us by the Spread the Red. They stole our hats, bead necklaces, and water spray bottle, and ran into the red thing. It was like they planned an ambush. Anyway, we were chasing them around this lace maze for 2 hours, out of our minds, and the 2 mothers were just sitting on the side laughing at us. It was all fun, we played along, but definitely something you'll only see at Bonnaroo, 2 20 year olds playing tag with 3 10 year olds
The day we get there, me and a friend just ate some chocalate and a 3 10 year olds attack us by the Spread the Red. They stole our hats, bead neckalces, and water spray bottle, and ran into the red thing. It was like they planned an ambush. Anyway, we were chasing them around this lace maze for 2 hours, out of our minds, and the 2 mothers were just sitting on the side laughing at us. It was all fun, we played along, but definitly something you'll only see at Bonnaroo, 2 tripping 20 year olds playing tag with 3 10 year olds
The day we get there, me and a friend just ate some chocalate and a 3 10 year olds attack us by the Spread the Red. They stole our hats, bead neckalces, and water spray bottle, and ran into the red thing. It was like they planned an ambush. Anyway, we were chasing them around this lace maze for 2 hours, out of our minds, and the 2 mothers were just sitting on the side laughing at us. It was all fun, we played along, but definitly something you'll only see at Bonnaroo, 2 tripping 20 year olds playing tag with 3 10 year olds
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I've taken my kids (now 5 & 9 yrs old) to day concerts like the Chili Cook-Off here in Atlanta and they also luv camping, but I would never even consider taking them to Roo. Too much supervision is needed and who's gonna watch 'em when I'm at the Other Tent at 2am? Plus, unless the Naked Brothers Band was playing, they would be bored!
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When we catch it (and we do not catch everything) we will. There is a nice little "Report to Admin" button in the lower right corner that would help us out a whole bunch.
I don't know if I would every bring my children to Bonnaroo, but I am supportive of people who choose to bring them. For me, Bonnaroo is a place to let loose and only have to be in charge of one person, myself. BUT last year, I did have a very memorable experience playing guitar and singing tom petty songs with a couple of toddlers. Hence, not good for me, but if you want 'em bring 'em along . . .
Post by crazykittensmile on Mar 15, 2007 11:43:34 GMT -5
knoxville said:
When we catch it (and we do not catch everything) we will. There is a nice little "Report to Admin" button in the lower right corner that would help us out a whole bunch.