Beyoncé heads to Washington, D.C.: Parking, bag policy, tailgating at Northwest Stadium
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is headed to the Washington, D.C.-area for the next stop on her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour. She is set to perform two nights only at Northwest Stadium on the Fourth of July and again on July 7. The shows come after Beyoncé wrapped her two-night stint in her hometown of Houston.
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.
Here's what to know as fans head to the stadium, located in Landover, Maryland.
How to get to Northwest Stadium
Just five miles east of Washington, D.C., Northwest Stadium is located at 1600 Ring Road in Landover. It is easily accessible by car, rideshare or public transportation. Attendees taking public transit are advised to take the Blue or Silver Lines to the Morgan Boulevard Metro Station. Turn left onto Garrett Morgan Boulevard and follow the sidewalk for less than a mile to the stadium. The rideshare pickup and drop-off is now located in the Red Zone Lot.
Doors of the stadium open at 5 p.m local time. Meanwhile, the show is set to kick off at 7 p.m., though Beyoncé's actual start time has varied between 7 and 8 p.m.
Important information about parking and tailgating
Parking lots open at 3:30 p.m. local time, and tailgating prior to the concert is permitted. Concertgoers should park in the Red Zone Lot should they wish to tailgate as the spaces are wider. If driving, fans are encouraged to arrive early due to traffic. Fans may purchase parking onsite or in advance on the stadium's official website. Currently, parking spots start at $87 including fees.
What's the weather in Washington, D.C., and the DMV-area?
From the United States to Europe, Beyoncé and her fans have braved severe weather conditions, an evacuation, cold temperatures and rainy weather for her concerts. Fans should take note of the weather in their respective cities before putting on their chic cowboy-core attire.
In Landover, Maryland, fans can expect some hot temperatures and sunny skies for both shows. It's important to stay hydrated before and during the nearly three-hour show. Forecasts predict 83 degrees Fahrenheit on July 4 and 88 degrees Farenheit expected for the July 7 concert.
Bag policy at Northwest Stadium
Fans must follow the NFL clear-bag policy at the stadium. Guests are allowed to bring bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12-by-6-by-12 inches. This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags.
Attendees are also permitted to bring one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags, but the logo can only be on one side. Additionally, small, non-clear bags that do not exceed 4.5-by-6.5 inches, with or without a handle or strap, are allowed. Medical bags or kits are acceptable and will be searched at the gate.
Small cameras and cell phones are allowed if they are carried in loosely or in an approved clear bag. Non-professional cameras with non-removable lenses are permitted as long as the lens is less than 5 inches in length. Signs must be handheld, event-related and in good taste, and cannot obstruct another guest's view.
See a full list of prohibited items at northweststaduim.com
The nine-city tour will span the U.S. and Europe with the grand finale taking place in Las Vegas on July 26.
Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network's Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.
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