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Clear bag, all-night setting spray and portable chargers. Amazon's top concert must-haves.

Portrait of Trisha Easto Trisha Easto
USA TODAY
April 29, 2025, 6:49 a.m. ET
  • Numerous major artists, including Lady Gaga and Beyoncé, are touring in the summer of 2025.
  • The article provides tips for concertgoers, including packing essentials and outfit inspiration.
  • Specific tour information including dates and ticket links are provided for several artists like Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and Sabrina Carpenter.

Is it really summer if you didn't attend a single concert? With so many big names hitting the main stage this summer, you really can't go wrong. Lady Gaga kicked off a summer of touring by headlining Coachella, Queen Bey kicked off her Cowboy Carter tour in Los Angeles earlier this week, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.

You've got tickets right? If not, here's a list of the top 10 tours coming to an arena near you this summer. Once you've secured the tickets, you're considering an outfit, but what about all the other things you need? Nothing is worse than getting inside those doors and realizing you left your lip gloss in the car.

If you still need outfit inspo, jump to our list for Beyonce's Cowboy Carter tour.

Here are my concert must-haves that belong in your cart and in your stadium-approved bag:

Summer Concert Essentials

Veckle Clear Fanny Pack
Keep all of your festival essentials close and concealed with this zippered fanny pack that's transparent and small enough to work for most festival bag policies. Buy at Amazon
Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray
This 16-hour makeup setting spray will have your makeup staying in place from the pre-game to the after-party. Save 15% at Amazon
Portable Charger with Built-In Cables
With built-in cords, this charger is perfect for anyone who is always on-the-go. Save 42% at Amazon today only! Buy at Amazon
New Balance running shoe
The walking, the stairs, the jumping, the dancing—I am aiming for style AND comfort in my footwear at concerts. Remember to give yourself plenty of time to break in whatever pair you choose! Save 18% at Amazon
Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs
If you have ear sensitivities, consider grabbing these top-rated Loop earplugs while they're on sale; they're great for concerts or just everyday wear. Buy at Amazon
Megababe Anti-Chafe Stick
It's hot, but you don't have to be uncomfortable. Rock those cutoffs with confidence by adding this anti-chafe stick to your bag. Buy at Amazon
JISULIFE Portable Neck Fan
Not only will this portable neck fan keep you cool, while being small enough to fit in your bag, but it'll help keep you from sweating your makeup off. Save 18% at Amazon
HYDAWAY Collapsible Water Bottle
Stay hydrated no matter how hard you dance (and sweat) with this collapsible, refillable water bottle that fits in your bag. Buy at Amazon

More concert essentials:

Who is going on tour this summer?

Taylor Swift is taking a well-deserved break from the main stage this summer, but that doesn't mean the setlist isn't perfectly tailored for you. Here's a look at some of the top artists heading on tour this summer:

  • Lady Gaga — after headlining Coachella, the Mayhem Ball Tour kicks off in the U.S. on July 16, 2025 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas — Get tickets
  • Beyoncé — the Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin' Circuit Tour kicks off on April 28, 2025 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles before completing 80 shows. — Get tickets
  • Sabrina Carpenter — the former Disney star has added 17 stops to her Short N' Sweet World Tour that will kick off in the U.S. on October 23, 2025. — Get tickets
  • Kendrick Lamar & SZA — after killing it at the Super Bowl halftime show, Kendrick and SZA are teaming up again for the Grand National Tour which kicked off on April 19 in Minneapolis. — Get tickets
  • Blackpink — The K-pop group is headed on a 10-city world tour this summer, including a two-night stop in Los Angeles in July. — Get tickets
  • Mumford & Sons — The popular British folk rock band will embark on 32 shows in North America starting in Oregon on June 5. — Get tickets
  • The Weeknd — The Weeknd is heading out on his seventh tour, which kicks off on May 9 in Phoenix. — Get tickets
  • Billie Eilish — information to come
  • Bad Bunny — information to come
  • Coldplay — information to come

Beyonce Cowboy Carter Tour outfit inspo

Women's two-piece tassel mini dress
This two-piece is both cute and fashionable, but the tassels give it the country flair that Beyonce is sporting for her Cowboy Carter tour. Buy at Amazon
CYLADY Denim shorts with tassels
Pass on the dress and go for danceable comfort with these frayed and tasseled high-waisted denim shorts that perfectly fit the moment. Buy at Amazon
Ouepiano Rhinestone-covered Cowgirl boots
These boots were made for DANCING — at Beyonce's Cowboy Carter tour specifically. Save 13% at Amazon
Fluffy Sense. Cowboy hat
Every Cowboy Carter outfit needs the perfect western hat. This one is felt, the brim is moldable and it comes in two sizes for the perfect fit. Buy at Amazon
Rechicgu Country Rhinestone Tassel Earrings
This is the perfect accessory for any Cowboy Carter outfit, with just the right amount of country and sparkle. Save 11% at Amazon
ASVP Cowboy Carter Sash
This Cowboy Carter sash looks like it was pulled directly from the album cover and what would be better than twinning with Queen Bey? Buy at Amazon

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