Gov Ball 2025 - Day Two
Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, NY - June 7, 2025
Written and Photographed by Tara Demers
Day 2 got off to a rocky—or better yet, stormy—start.. Doors, originally scheduled to open at 11:45am, were pushed to 4:30 pm due to bad weather in the area. Eager fans who had been waiting to bolt to the Olivia Rodrigo barricade were left waiting in the rain, and understandably, most were not too thrilled.
Still, despite the setback, the energy bounced back quickly. Once the gates opened, the rain couldn’t stop the excitement. Day 2 proved to be just as memorable—because not even a storm can kill the Gov Ball vibe.
MARINA
Photos by Tara Demers
When Marina took the main stage, her magical energy radiated so brightly it was almost intoxicating to witness live. In celebration of her new album Princess of Power, which dropped that Friday, she performed fresh tracks like “Cuntissimo” and “Butterfly,” dazzling the crowd in a sparkly romper and bold blue makeup. She also treated fans to iconic hits like “Primadonna” “and “Bubblegum Bitch”. Whether you're a new fan or longtime one, it was impossible to not be captivated.
ORION SUN
Photos by Tara Demers
Known for her soulful, emotive blend of R&B and indie soul, Orion Sun delivered a heartfelt set. Coming out in a cozy purple sweatsuit, she embraced the rainy weather, making her performance feel very intimate and one of a kind. Her diverse vocals and sounds made the set truly monumental—for both her and her fans.
YOUNG MIKO
Photo by: Ismael Quintanilla
From “Wassup” to her XOXO era, DISPO, Young Miko delivered a bold set. She stormed the stage with powerful Puerto Rican pride and unapologetic queer confidence. The whole set, the crowd was singing back so fiercely and soaking up every moment.
Her vibrant performance was such a true celebration of community and identity, making it all the more impactful. Her roar of, “Is it gay out here, or is it just me?” had fans thrilled to be there and be a part of the moment.
OLIVIA RODRIGO
Photos by: Tara Demers
At exactly 9:30 PM, the stage lights went down and high-pitched screams erupted across the park as Olivia Rodrigo opened with “Obsessed.” She came out with her pop-punk edge and true fiery intensity delivering a powerhouse set. With a mix of energetic and powerful sounds to a few songs acoustically, she showed her true music range. Her raw vocals captivated fans and she also made sure to note how her bestie, Conan Gray, took the stage just before her! Fans were screaming so loud to each song, feeling every emotion along with Olivia and it was incredible to witness.
Midway through the set, she stunned the crowd by bringing out music legend David Byrne for a lively rendition of the Talking Heads’ “Burning Down the House,” complete with funky choreography across the stage. Just as fans thought the night was over, fire lit the stage for her iconic encore of, “Brutal”, “All-American Bitch,” “get him back!” and ending the night with the anthem, “Get him back!” Olivia is a true pop icon who made a big statement for her and her career that left the audience in pure awe.
Despite the stormy start, day 2 was another day of memorable and unforgettable performances and not even a little rain could dim the gov ball energy!
