Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is gearing up to dazzle fans as she kicks off her "Cowboy Carter" tour in Los Angeles at SoFi Stadium.
The debut of Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour will take place on April 28 at SoFi Stadium. This Los Angeles concert marks the beginning of a series of 32 stadium shows across the U.S. and Europe. The tour was announced by the "Cowboy Carter" creator the night before the Grammy Awards, where she won best country album and album of the year.
Additional concerts have been added, including final shows in Las Vegas. Beyoncé is also set to make history with her scheduled tour dates, starting in Los Angeles. The nine-city tour is set to conclude on July 26.
As fans gear up for the opening shows in L.A., here's what you need to know.
SoFi Stadium is situated in Hollywood Park in Inglewood, California, with the address 1001 Stadium Drive. Parking lots open at 4 p.m. PT, doors open at 5 p.m. PT, and the show kicks off at 7 p.m. PT.
Just like any stadium event, there are strict rules regarding personal items that fans can bring inside. Ticketholders are allowed to bring one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags and small clutch bags not exceeding 4 by 6 inches with or without a handle or strap. Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC totes that do not exceed 12 by 6 by 12 inches are also permitted for guests requiring medical items.
Not allowed items include purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, cinch bags, non-approved seat cushions, luggage, computer bags, camera bags, or any bag larger than the permissible size. Bag policies may vary for each event, so fans should check SoFi's official site for more information.
Concertgoers should enter at Prairie Avenue and Arbor Vitae Street locations and follow signs to park in Lot N. It is recommended to enter SoFi Stadium at American Airlines VIP Entry 7.
Fans can save money by pre-paying for parking online, with prices ranging from $44 to $60.50 as of April 25. On-site prices will increase on the day of the show. SoFi's parking zone maps provide directions to parking entry locations.
Rideshare pick-up and drop-off will be at Kareem Court and Pincay Avenue. Still cameras are allowed for personal use, but accessories such as tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and cameras with lenses longer than 6 inches are prohibited.
Beyoncé released the 27-track project "Cowboy Carter" on March 29, 2024, breaking records and making history. The album, featuring country legends and emerging Black country artists, was inspired by Beyoncé's struggles in the country music genre, including her 2016 CMA Awards performance.
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