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Eater
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
An Eater's Guide to Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Weekend
If there's one thing Texans know how to do, it's turn a Beyoncé appearance into a whole damn homecoming event. And there is maybe no better example of that phenomenon than the many events, parties, and restaurant and bar specials happening during what Houstonians (myself included) have dubbed 'Cowboy Carter Weekend,' when Bey visits H-Town for her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour on June 28 and June 29, which happens to overlap with the city's Pride festivities. From the best bar drinks (Cowgirl Colada, anyone?) and irreverent dishes to parties popping up all over town, here is Eater's ultimate guide to Cowboy Carter Weekend in Houston. On Saturday, June 28, and Sunday, June 29, Beyoncé will take the stage at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, for the hometown stint of her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour, which began in early April. Featuring music from her recently released album Act ii: Cowboy Carter, the concert series has made headlines domestically and internationally for celebrity guest appearances from her husband, Jay-Z; their daughters, Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter; and singer Miley Cyrus, as well as concertgoers' viral fashion statements, updated lyrics in classic songs, and even the American artist's political actions ahead of the French smoking ban. Prices for the remaining tickets have skyrocketed, running the gamut from $287 for seats in the stadium's upper tiers to $5,365 for a single ticket on the stadium floor. Although the concert rapidly approaches and tickets are dwindling, standard vendors and resellers alike are offering a fair number of chances for Beyoncé fans to see the queen during one of the two nights she's in town. For the best rates, consider comparing prices across the usual suspects of concertgoing: TicketMaster, StubHub, SeatGeek, etc. Hell, yes! In the time before the show formally starts, attendees with floor seats at recent tour stops have turned the sections closest to the stage into a communal fashion show accented with voguing, picture-taking, and general celebrations of fans' unbelievably creative custom outfits. So get there early to partake in the jovial tradition of gassing up your fellow guests. In true hometown fashion, Houstonians across the city have been celebrating the tour since its premiere in April, hosting drag brunches, themed line dancing events, bar specials, and more, with travel influencers flocking to TikTok to craft their own approaches to preemptively celebrating Beyoncé's homecoming. If you truly want to get a taste of Beyoncé's down-home tastes, visit one of the locations of the local fried chicken and soul food chain, Frenchy's Chicken. For a meatier, more substantial meal that stays open until 3 a.m. on Saturdays (er, Sunday mornings?), head to Burger Bodega, a locally owned and operated restaurant led by Houston rapper Bun B that specializes in smash burgers and next-level chopped cheeses that even New Yorkers have to respect. Need something a little more formal? Stop by B.B.'s Tex Orleans, Late August, or Gatlin's Fins and Feathers for a meal that blends precise Cajun and Creole cooking with the unwavering passion of communal soul food traditions. Looking for something a little less run of the mill? Check out these Cowboy Carter-themed food and drink deals around the city! For anyone hoping to stay close to NRG stadium, check out the Queen Bey-themed drink specials at the InterContinental Houston, including a riff on an Old Fashioned with burnt rosemary, peach, mezcal, and Sir Davis whiskey, called the Smoke Hour; the Black Bird, a citrusy sour with SirDavis whiskey, lemon, and Angostura bitters served in a rocks glass over ice; and finally, the Just for Fun, a grapefruit-and-thyme centric sipper spiked with lemon juice and topped with ginger beer. Need something with a bit more bite? Head over to the Original Ninfa's on Navigation for the $15 Sasha Sunrise, a limited-time cocktail with Sotol, charred orange and guajillo pepper cordial, lime juice, piloncillo syrup, and honey hibiscus agua fresca foam. Tucked inside the Heights Houston Hotel, the neighborhood bar Soluna will be doling out Cowgirl Coladas, a remix of the bar's staple Frozen Piña Colada with fresh strawberry puree, mezcal, and a Tajin-salt rim, for $13 or $10 for anyone wearing Beyoncé merch or showing a concert ticket stub. Meanwhile, at craft beer garden Axelrad, concertgoers and casual listeners alike can order a Sweet Honey Buckin' cocktail, made with tequila, honey, grapefruit, and lime, for $12 alongside their standard list of craft beers for the brew-inclined. Finally, top off your night with a free taco at La Calle Tacos after showing proof of one ticket for that night's performance on either Saturday or Sunday. Here are a few that have caught our attention. CREEW and choreographer Meika Powells of MoveLikeMeika will put on a high-energy, public line dance class from 7–9 p.m., inspired by the album, Black cowboy culture, and the Southern joy. In honor of National HIV Testing Day (and Beyoncé's long-established allyship of the LGBTQ community), local drag queens, DJs, and the Normal Initiative are partnering with Gilead Sciences to put on an event called Buckin: A Cowboy Carter Experience Celebrating National HIV Testing Day, a Pride event raffling off floor seats to the Cowboy Carter tour for all who get HIV and STI testing, offering carnival foods, drink specials, and a mechanical bull. Grooves of Houston, a clubstaurant specializing in breakfast and brunch staples and kickback vibes, is hosting hours of line dancing lessons, a mechanical bull, an Act II-themed costume competition, and happy hours on Friday afternoon at 4–6 p.m. and 12–2 a.m. Coinciding with the first day of the concert, Social Junkie Sports Bar and Kitchen will host a two-day brunch bash to celebrate the Cowboy Carter Weekend. On Saturday, the sports bar begins its party at 11, which they've aptly named, 'Boots, Bey, and Karaoke: Cowboy Carter Brunch & Day Party Concert Pre-Game.' During this all-day affair, the bar will offer themed food and drink specials, including 'Cuff It' biscuit sliders, 'Texas Hold 'Em' chicken and waffles, and Yeehaw French toast. Then, wash those dishes down with free mimosas and $4 cocktails, including the 'Single Ladies' sangria, Bey-hive margaritas, 'Lemonade' with a Twist, and the 'Run the World' rum punch. There will also be an official afterparty at Jolie Houston, a luxury nightclub downtown, Sunday night at 10 p.m., featuring performances by Antwon Keith Collier and more of Beyoncé's back-up dancers. The festivities at Social Junkie continue with the Cowboy Country Brunch Concert Pre-game & After-Party. Receive a complimentary mimosa when you first arrive, then fill up on $4 biscuit sliders (minimum two), $10 chicken and waffles, and $3 Lemon Drops, mimosas, and margaritas. If you're looking for the most affordable and efficient option that prioritizes easy entry and departure, consider booking one of the budget hotels flanking the stadium, like the DoubleTree at Greenway Plaza, which has rooms beginning around $107 per something with better amenities that's in the heart of the city's Pride and Beyoncé-themed action? Book a stay at Hotel ZaZa's Museum District location, which has rooms starting at $241 per night and is centrally located enough to be convenient without sticking you directly in the middle of the concert traffic and chaos. There are plenty of ways to get in and out of NRG efficiently, but manage your expectations; no amount of pragmatism or planning will negate the fact that it's a Beyoncé concert in her hometown. Traffic is going to be brutal. Here are a few ways to skip the worst of the masses:Look to the Metro, Houston's public transit system, to make things a little easier. For anyone comfortable with a bit of walking, take the MetroRail's Red line, which runs along Main Street through downtown Houston, to NRG Park at the Stadium Park / Astrodome station. Afterwards, take the Red line back up to your original boarding point. Prefer a bus? The NRG Park has three nearby bus stops for easy access: stop 14 Hiram Clarke, stop 60 Cambridge, and stop 84 Buffalo Speedway. Find the frequency of rail lines and buses, and more information about the Metro's NRG Park accessibility here. For any additional information, detailed parking instructions, stadium and parking lot maps, and more, consult the NRG Stadium guide for planning your visit. And of course, rideshare services will be in high demand, so either leave the show early or consider waiting out the crowds in order to secure more affordable rates. Want a deeper look? Check out these Redditors' tips from the queen's last H-Town concert. Like any Beyoncé event, you can expect the three Ps: Pyrotechnics, Passion, and PEOPLE! PEOPLE! PEOPLE! Obviously, the show is going to be stacked with visual features, so if you or someone you're attending the show with has sensitivities to bright lights, flashing sensations, or strobing effects, consider taking your medical care provider's advice to safely navigate the event. Past performances of the show have centered towering pillars of fire, glistening showers of sparkling star effects, and color-changing sets and backdrops, so be prepared to be thoroughly (over)stimulated. Along that same line of thought, be ready to be surrounded by music lovers who will be thrilled to see their idol in the flesh. That degree of fervor can lead a lot of people to get very, very excited, so try to give a little grace if people are a little annoying. Expect massive signs, rampant cell phone usage, and probably a few fans singing the lyrics verbatim. However, genuine enthusiasm and the very human mistake of getting a little caught up in the moment (or, lost in the sauce, let's be real) doesn't excuse poor live-music etiquette, so don't be afraid to advocate for yourself if another attendee is harshing your vibe, just remember to be respectful. We're all just people trying to have a good time. See More:
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Tennessee Titans announce seven open training camp practices for fans
The Tennessee Titans will open training camp on July 22, with their first on-field practice session at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park (ASTSP) scheduled for July 23, and fans will be able to take in all of the sights. As is the case with almost all NFL franchises, the Titans will hold multiple open practice sessions during training camp. They released all the dates and details for these practices on Wednesday, when the team unveiled Training Camp presented by SeatGeek, taking place at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park (ASTSP). In all, fans will have the opportunity to attend seven open practices in Nashville during training camp, as well as any open practices held during the joint sessions with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons on the road leading up to their preseason games. Six of the dates will take place at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park, and the other will be the fan favorite "Back Together Weekend presented by SeatGeek," which is set to return on Saturday, July 26, at Nissan Stadium. Here are the dates for the open practices at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park: Space is limited, and free tickets for the open practices at ASTSP will be available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Wednesday, July 9, at 10 a.m. CT by following this link. Details for the Back Together Weekend presented by SeatGeek – July 26 at Nissan Stadium: This Back Together Weekend, presented by SeatGeek, is a league-wide celebration of training camp and returns to Nissan Stadium on Saturday, July 26. This event will feature on-field practice, games, giveaways, appearances by Titans alums, and much more. Fans can claim their free tickets for Back Together Weekend presented by SeatGeek starting today at the training camp website.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ravens Announce Training Camp Dates
Ravens Announce Training Camp Dates originally appeared on Athlon Sports. It's just 75 days until the Baltimore Ravens kick off the 2025 season on the road against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on Sunday Night Football. Advertisement The Ravens are hopeful for another successful regular season campaign with a longer postseason run than last year. It was the Bills who ended the playoff stretch for Baltimore in the divisional round just a few months ago. But before we get there, there's lots of offseason to get to. The Ravens announced their training camp schedule on Tuesday and how fans can get passes for the 12 practices that will be open to the public. There will be 11 practices at the team's headquarters in Owings Mills, while the team will also hold an open practice session at M&T Bank Stadium on Aug. 3. The first open practice will be on Wednesday, July 21, at 2:15 p.m. ET. The sessions are free, but fans must register in advance to attend. Advertisement Per the team's website, "Fans are encouraged to log in to their SeatGeek account or create a free account on or through the SeatGeek mobile app to utilize when securing Training Camp passes. A SeatGeek account is required to claim a pass." Baltimore will also host the Indianapolis Colts for a joint practice session on Tuesday, Aug. 5, just two days before the teams meet for their preseason game on Aug. 7. Week 1 of training camp is from July 23-25, while Week 2 is from July 28-31. Week 3 includes a stadium practice on Aug. 3 and continues at the team facility on Aug. 4 before the joint practice with the Colts on Aug. 5. Week 3 wraps on Aug. 9. Week 4 of training camp is on Aug. 12 at 1:30 p.m. ET. Advertisement Related: 'Piggish' Stephen A. Smith vs. Michelle Beadle ESPN Feud Originated with Ravens Related: Isaiah Likely Should Be Part of Ravens' Long-Term Plan This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 24, 2025, where it first appeared.
Cosmopolitan
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
How to Buy Addison Rae Tickets for Her Upcoming ‘Addison' Tour
Addison Rae (now known by the mononym, Addison, BTW) is gearing up for her first-ever live tour in light of her albumd debuting in the top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart. After she took the stage with her inaugural solo performance at New York City's The Box on the eve of her self-titled album's release, the 'Aquamarine' artist proved she's a star student when it comes to pop music. Now, it's her turn to become the teacher on tour. 'THE ADDISON TOUR IS REALLY REAL!!!!!! I can't believe I get to sing and dance for you (and with you) this Fall,' the singer wrote, in part. Pop's newly minted princess is set to hit several cities worldwide, from Dublin and Amsterdam to Brooklyn and Atlanta. Get ready to experience that 'Diet Pepsi' octave change in the flesh, because it's nearly time to snag seats. Here's how to buy Addison Rae tickets (successfully, of course). I had the honor of witnessing Addison's solo live debut at The Box thanks to Spotify, but I've been buying tickets for, like, half my life. Here's how to successfully buy Addison Rae tickets. According to the 'High Fashion' hitmaker, the official pre-sale for the Addison Tour will begin at 10 a.m. local time on Wednesday, June 18. Fans can sign up for pre-sale access at Addison's official website, and there's another chance to snag tix during the general sale, which is set to take place on Friday, June 20, at 10 a.m. local time. Avoid any hiccups during your checkout process by making sure your contact and payment info are already set for your account. Also, it's not a bad idea to check out your venue's seating chart ahead of the sale so you know which seats you want to aim for. Most ticket retailers limit ticket sales so bots don't sweep all the seats (which is totally fair!). That being said, you may only be able to buy two to three tickets at a time. If you must see AR live with your massive group chat, try dividing and conquering! Addison's official ticket sales will be done through Seated, but if you miss out on the pre-sale and general sales, try checking other retailers like StubHub and SeatGeek for re-sale tickets. TicketMaster StubHub SeatGeek Vivid Seats
Business Wire
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Brotherly Love at the Box Office: SeatGeek Announces Partnership with Philadelphia Union
NEW YORK & PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SeatGeek, the high-growth technology platform transforming the live event experience for fans, teams and venues, today announced a multi-year deal with Major League Soccer's (MLS) Philadelphia Union. SeatGeek will be the organization's Official Ticketing Partner beginning with the 2026 season. SeatGeek delivers a fully native, end-to-end platform that unifies every aspect of the event journey, enabling teams to operate efficiently while engaging fans in smarter, more meaningful ways. As part of the new deal, Philadelphia Union will use SeatGeek's powerful box-office solution, Unify, to manage ticket inventory and deliver personalized experiences to Union fans using real-time insights and analytics. Fans visiting Subaru Park will enjoy an enhanced matchday experience through SeatGeek's intuitive platform and features, including Rally—its signature event-day tool that transforms each ticket into a personalized concierge offering directions, exclusive merchandise access, and tailored event-day benefits for a seamless journey from arrival to the final whistle. 'At the Philadelphia Union, we're always looking for innovative ways to elevate the fan experience, and our partnership with SeatGeek does exactly that,' said Charlie Slonaker, Chief Revenue Officer at Philadelphia Union. 'SeatGeek's forward-thinking technology and shared commitment to putting fans first will not only streamline the ticketing process but also support the evolving needs of our organization as we continue to grow. We're excited to work collaboratively to continue to enhance the game day experience at Subaru Park.' Fans will also be able to easily explore the latest upgrades to Subaru Park—including premium seating options—through SeatGeek's Seat Perks feature. By highlighting benefits like club access, food and beverage inclusion, and private entry, Seat Perks helps teams clearly communicate the value of each seat to drive stronger sell-through rates. 'Philadelphia Union saw an opportunity to reimagine what ticketing could mean for its fans—not just a transaction, but a more connected, seamless experience,' said Jeff Ianello, EVP of North American Sales at SeatGeek. 'The organization was looking to push boundaries, and that kind of ambition is what we're built for. It's been a true collaboration from the beginning, and we're looking forward to what's ahead.' Additionally, as the Official Ticketing Partner, SeatGeek will further enhance the matchday experience with an exciting fan promotion where a fan with standing room tickets will be upgraded to VIP seating. Fans can also expect to see SeatGeek branding throughout the stadium and activation on Subaru Park's plaza during match days. SeatGeek's partnership with Philadelphia Union expands the company's MLS roster to nine teams—nearly one-third of the league. In addition to clubs within the MLS, SeatGeek also partners with multiple clubs within the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and 20 clubs within the United Soccer League (USL). Across the pond, the company works with nearly half of the English Premier League (EPL) and the EFL Championship. Beyond soccer, SeatGeek serves as the ticketing partner for top-tier organizations across sports and entertainment, including NFL, NBA, and NHL teams, along with league-wide partnerships such as Major League Baseball. ABOUT PHILADELPHIA UNION The Philadelphia Union is an innovative, forward-thinking professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS) and one of Philadelphia's five major league sports teams. Driven by unprecedented fan support, MLS awarded the Philadelphia expansion franchise rights to Jay Sugarman in 2008 and the Union kicked off its inaugural season in 2010. The club has reached the finals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2014, 2015 and 2018, and has appeared in the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. In 2020, the Union were awarded the club's first Supporters' Shield after finishing with the best regular season record in MLS. In 2022, the Union reached the MLS Cup Final for the first time in club history. In 2023, the Union reached the Eastern Conference semifinals, becoming the only Eastern Conference team to reach the semifinals in four of the last five seasons. The Philadelphia Union is part of parent company Union Sports and Entertainment LLC, which also operates Philadelphia Union II, the Philadelphia Union Academy, Philadelphia Union Foundation and Philadelphia Union Youth Programs. With a commitment to developing youth, the Union has signed 25 academy prospects to homegrown player contracts. The Union play at Subaru Park in Chester, PA on the banks of the Delaware River. The custom-built stadium is part of the Union's unique waterfront campus, featuring a historic power plant rebuilt into a 400,000 sq. ft. creative office building, a state-of-the-art Training Complex, over seven acres of professional-grade practice pitches, and the newly announced WSFS Bank Sportsplex, a world-class, 365-day-a-year sports and recreation complex featuring indoor fieldhouse and seven outdoor fields. For more information about the Philadelphia Union, visit and follow @PhilaUnion on Twitter or Instagram. SeatGeek was founded in 2009 when three live event fans had the crazy idea that modern technology could improve the live event-going experience for everyone—fans, teams and artists. Today, SeatGeek offers a trusted marketplace for fans to easily buy and sell tickets to the events they love and provides primary box office technology for some of the most prominent names in sports and entertainment globally.
