Festival season is in full swing, and the latest one to bring forth instantly iconic moments is New York's very own Governor's Ball. This marks the second year since the fest moved from Citi Field to Flushing Meadows Corona Park, and the urban-infused park setting was the perfect place to bring out all the artists who have been on heavy rotation this summer. No, seriously, Gov Ball's 2024 lineup was full of faves from to headliner and newfound country crooner .
Of course, delightful loose cannon and your favorite artist's favorite artist, , also shut down the stage with incredible performances. And that's not even half of it! Music festivals—especially one set in the heart of New York City—bring out another side of their performers. A few editors hit up Gov Ball this year (and yes, we did the "Hot to Go!" choreography in real time, tysm) and witnessed truly chaotic moments as they unfolded on stage.
Ahead, find the most surprising moments from Gov Ball 2024. Chappell Roan Doing the Most During Her Gov Ball Debut The Midwest Princess swapped her camouflage-print clothing for a camp NYC-inspired get-up as she arrived in a "Big Apple" bong dressed as the Statue of Liberty. Her performance not only kicked off on a high note (heh) thanks to her look, but she displayed an "Am I Gay?" quiz on the jumbotron behind her before giving heartfelt emotional speeches surrounding liberation.
While introducing her fan-favorite hit, "My Kink Is Karma," Chappell revealed that she recently t.
