Golden Gate Park transformed into a vibrant musical playground during this year’s Outside Lands festival, with Tyler, the Creator delivering a performance that set the fog-laden landscape ablaze. Despite the chilly San Francisco weather, the rapper turned up the heat with an epic hour-long set that left fans buzzing.

The performance was part of his Chromakopia: The World Tour, supporting both his eighth studio album and recent ninth release, “Don’t Tap the Glass,” which rocketed to the top of the charts immediately upon release. Tyler seamlessly wove through 20 tracks, including four from his newest album: “Big Poe,” “I’ll Take Care of You,” “Sucka Free,” and “Sugar on My Tongue”.

Fans were treated to a diverse lineup beyond Tyler’s headlining performance. Atlanta hip-hop legend Ludacris, alt-rock act Wallows, indie rockers flipturn, Vallejo rapper LaRussell, and local alt-pop talent Sarah Kinsley all graced the stages, creating a rich musical tapestry.

One of the festival’s most anticipated sets came from rising pop star Gracie Abrams, daughter of director J.J. Abrams. Her 14-song performance, drawing heavily from her second studio album “The Secret of Us,” solidified her status as a promising young voice in pop music.

The three-day festival kicked off on Friday with standout performances from hip-hop star Doechii and continued with sets from Doja Cat, Beck, and John Summit. The closing day promised a headlining performance from Hozier, with support from Bleachers, Julie, and Glass Animals.

Tyler, the Creator’s return to Outside Lands was particularly notable, especially after cancelling his 2024 appearance. His continued popularity in Northern California was evident, having recently completed a trio of arena shows in Sacramento, San Francisco, and Oakland just months prior.

As the fog rolled through Golden Gate Park, Tyler, the Creator proved once again why he remains a magnetic force in contemporary music, turning a cold San Francisco evening into an unforgettable musical experience.