Beyoncé's tour heads to London: What to know about floor tickets, safety, weather
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has officially wrapped the first stint of U.S. shows on her "Cowboy Carter" tour, and now she's taking the groundbreaking show overseas. As fans gear up for her European era, there are some key differences to note.
The Grammy-winning singer will first stop in London for a total of six nights at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on her Cowboy Carter and Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour. The shows will take place on June 5, 7, 10, 12, 14 and 16. After, she heads to Stade de France in Paris for a total of three nights on June 19, 21 and 22.
Of course, Beyoncé first debuted her "Cowboy Carter" tour at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on April 28 with 39 songs on the set list. Her shows have been filled with family, fashion, different music genres, and most notably country music and cultural commentary. She continued this through her stops in Chicago and New Jersey.
The U.S. shows attracted some of the biggest names in the industry as well as thousands of fans with some traveling from around the world. Her international shows are expected to be just as impactful, but there are some differences and key ways fans should prepare.
Ticket, seating differences in Europe
In the U.S., tickets for Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" shows are primarily seated, with the exception of VIP pit tickets near the stage. These pit areas are standing-room only, and spots within them are first come, first served — prompting fans to arrive early to secure a prime view. While some venues also feature designated standing-room-only sections, these areas are typically farther from the stage and come with assigned zones, so positioning isn’t as competitive.
However, in London and Paris, there are general admission tickets on the floor, in addition to the VIP pits. These tickets are also standing-room only and operate on a first-come, first-served basis, meaning fans have no assigned spot and can end up anywhere within the section. As a result, it’s common for international concertgoers to arrive hours early to secure a prime position in the queue — not just VIP ticket holders.
How to prepare for Beyoncé's shows in London: Weather, queuing, more
Doors of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium are set to open at 5:00 p.m., while the show is slated to begin around 7:30 p.m. Although the stadium is discouraging fans from queueing or camping out overnight, it's not unheard of for fans to arrive hours early before the show. According to the stadium's site, concertgoers who attempt to camp overnight will be asked to leave and return at a more appropriate time. For select VIP ticket holders, an earlier check-in time will be noted via email or on the tickets. If fans plan to arrive early or spend extended time near the venue, it's crucial to prioritize safety especially by staying hydrated. Past incidents at international shows for other artists have raised concerns after fans suffered health issues related to dehydration.
So far, Beyoncé has carried on her shows rain or shine. Fans in London should be prepared for rainfall on June 5 and light rain June 7 as they head to the stadium. While the venue's roof covers the seated areas, the standing areas generally remain uncovered.
Other key venue rules at Tottenham Stadium
Additionally, Tottenham stadium is a fully cashless stadium to increase the speed of service. All major contactless debit and credit cards are accepted with a limit of £100. Additionally, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
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