Jay-Z's Yankee Stadium concert delayed, guests include Rihanna and Beyoncé

On July 12, 2026, Jay‑Z concluded his three‑night Yankee Stadium residency in New York. The final show, billed “Extra Innings,” was postponed for more than four hours after hundreds of ticketless fans rushed the gates, prompting stadium security to close all entrances. Jay‑Z began performing at about 12:17 a.m. on July 13, stating he delayed the start to prevent a possible trampling of the estimated 10,000 people still outside.

The marathon concert featured close to 50 songs and a roster of surprise guests. Rihanna joined for “Run This Town” with Jay‑Z and performed her solo hit “Bitch Better Have My Money,” marking her first public performance in years. Beyoncé appeared later for a rendition of “Drunk in Love.” Additional appearances included Usher, Pharrell Williams, Nas, Alicia Keys, Eminem, and many others. The event drew roughly 40,000 attendees; the New York City Fire Department treated six people for minor injuries but reported no serious incidents.

Despite the security breach and hours‑long delay, the show continued until shortly before 3 a.m., and many fans described the performance as memorable.