1. Runway meets rodeo
From fringe-covered chaps to bedazzled flag catsuits, Beyoncé brought high fashion to cowboy couture. Every tour stop delivered new Americana-inspired looks and the fans also dressed in their Western best to match.
2. Mechanical bull rides
Bey hopped on a mechanical bull as she performed her Southern rap track, “Tyrant.” She isn’t afraid to have props onstage, and the crowd loved this addition to her cowboy-themed set.
3. A golden stallion
After Beyoncé’s flying red Cadillac tilted mid-air during “16 Carriages” in Houston, the singer replaced the spectacle with a gold horse for her shows in Atlanta. The horse flew her across the stadium, reinforcing the visuals seen in her album covers for “Renaissance” and “Cowboy Carter.”
4. Flying horseshoe
During “Jolene,” a massive horseshoe hovered over the stage, and Beyoncé also used it to fly above the crowd to travel to a smaller stage. It was a great nod to Western iconography and a dazzling showpiece to the concert.
5. "She's such a diva!”
While performing “Diva,” Beyoncé scans the audience, playfully calling out fans who embody the diva spirit. It became a nightly ritual with people in the BeyHive vying for the honor from the queen herself.
6. Blue Ivy owning the stage
Following in her mother's footsteps, Blue Ivy Carter was a consistent force throughout the show with her incredible dance moves and undeniable presence. Her appearances were always met with thunderous applause, showcasing her growth as a performer and adding a precious family touch to the larger-than-life production.
7. Rumi's giddy debut during "Protector"
A tender and unexpected highlight was the pure joy of 7-year-old Rumi Carter, sharing the stage with her mother and sister during the performance of "Protector." Her sweet smile and waving to the crowd melted hearts and gave a small look into the bond Beyoncé has with her children.
8. Jay-Z's surprise appearances
The BeyHive went wild for the unannounced appearances of Jay-Z, who joined Beyoncé on stage at select tour stops in Paris and Atlanta. Their chemistry during “Crazy in Love” once again proved why they are a power couple.
9. “Ya Ya” call-and-response
The vibrant "Ya Ya" segment became an interactive highlight, featuring a powerful call-and-response with the audience. If fans were lucky, she even gave them a name shout-out during her outro.
10. “Renaissance” revival
Missed out on the “Renaissance” tour? Beyoncé wove in beloved hits from her Act I album, turning the stadium from a rodeo to a dancehall nightclub. The blend of genres was a masterclass in musicality and cemented Beyoncé as a once-in-a-generation performer, not fitting into any one box.