Beyoncé fans from across the globe gather in L.A. to witness the queen slay at her tour opener.

It’s finally time! Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is set to kick off her highly anticipated Cowboy Carter tour, and fans from around the world have been arriving in Los Angeles days in advance, eagerly awaiting the moment she steps onto the stage.The 35-time Grammy winner will launch her Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour at SoFi Stadium on April 28 at 7 p.m. PT, officially ushering in a new era for her and her global fanbase.

On Sunday, a day before the opening show, Beyoncé’s official Cowboy Carter merchandise truck rolled up outside SoFi Stadium, preparing for a rush of fans when it opens Monday afternoon. Some devoted fans had already begun gathering outside, eager to catch a glimpse of the truck and be among the first to get their hands on exclusive tour merch.”We just came out here to see the merch truck and feel the vibes before tomorrow’s show,” says Cory Hall, who stopped by SoFi with his friend. “We’re super excited to see the queen slay.”

Hall’s friend travelled all the way from Beyoncé’s hometown of Houston to be part of the monumental opening night. The two plan to arrive at SoFi Stadium at the crack of dawn Monday to secure a prime spot in line and soak in the full experience of the event. And they weren’t alone. Fans from across the globe — including Japan, Sweden, and Brazil — have also journeyed thousands of miles to be here.

“I came all the way from Brazil just to see Beyoncé,” said Alessandro Marques, beaming with excitement. “I’m actually going to two nights in London, but I knew I had to be here for opening night first. There’s something special about witnessing that first show.”The atmosphere around SoFi has already begun to buzz with energy as fans swap stories, compare outfits, and speculate about what surprises Beyoncé might have in store for the big night.

Beyoncé initially revealed her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter.

Beyoncé first announced her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, in a surprise Super Bowl commercial in early 2024, stunning fans by dropping two singles — “16 Carriages” and “Texas Hold ‘Em” — during the broadcast. Shortly after, she revealed plans for a nine-city tour on the eve of the Grammy Awards, where she took home trophies for both Best Country Album and Album of the Year, further cementing her as a transformative force in music.

The Los Angeles concert marks the official beginning of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour, which will include 32 stadium shows across the United States and Europe. Since the initial announcement, she has added multiple dates due to overwhelming demand, including a highly anticipated final run in Las Vegas. The tour is scheduled to wrap on July 26, promising months of unforgettable performances and cultural moments.But for many fans, it’s about more than just the music — it’s about community, connection, and celebrating a shared love for an artist who has continually redefined herself and her artistry.

“I really connected to Cowboy Carter,” says Davion Cook, who plans to attend four shows during Beyoncé’s Los Angeles stop. “I have a lot of family from the South, so it really resonated with me. I’m looking forward to everything. It really starts before the show… I love the camaraderie and the family feeling of it all the most.”As opening night approaches, the excitement only continues to build. Whether it’s longtime members of the BeyHive or first-time concertgoers, fans are ready to witness history — and Beyoncé is ready to deliver. And it’s clear it’s not just about music but culture and community as well.