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Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour

With special guests girl in red, muna, owenn, gracie abrams.

• Date June 2 - 4 , 2023
• Doors Open 4:30 PM
• On Sale On Sale Now

Soldier Field Parking Lots will open at 2:00 PM for the Taylor Swift concerts.

Reserve Parking

Opening Times

Parking Lots Open at 2:00pm

Gates Open at 4:30pm

Show Starts at 6:30pm

All parking on the Soldier Field campus is sold-out.

For fans who pre-purchased parking, Soldier Field parking lots open at 2:00pm.

Additional parking will be available on a first come, first serve basis at the McCormick Place Parking Lots accessible from 31st Street.

Shuttles will be operating from the Millennium Park garages to Soldier Field.

Due to several events occurring around the city and the Museum Campus, fans are strongly encouraged to arrive early. Traffic will be heavy so please plan your travel accordingly and take public transit when possible.

Public Transit

The CTA added additional #146 buses and Red Line train service to and from Soldier Field for the weekend. Fans are strongly encourage to take public transit to and from the stadium.

Rideshare & Parent Pickup

The designated post-concert pickup area for Rideshare and Parent Pickup is located on Columbus Drive (between Roosevelt Road & Balbo Drive). Vehicles may only enter this area on Columbus Drive at Balbo beginning at 10:30pm. Parents must stay with their vehicle if utilizing this pickup area. Security staff will be present post-concert to guide fans to the Rideshare & Parent Pickup area.

For all events at Soldier Field, the NFL All-Clear Bag Policy is in place. For more information on our bag policy, please click here.

Prohibited Items

PERSONAL ITEMS | CLOTHING ● ONLY MEDICAL/COVID MASKS OR RELIGIOUS FACE COVERINGS ARE PERMITTED. NO OTHER MASKS ARE ALLOWED ON PREMISES. ● NO CLOTHING, COSTUME, OR PERSONAL EFFECTS THAT MAY IMPEDE THE VIEW OF THOSE AROUND OR BEHIND YOU. ● NO HANDCUFFS OR OTHER RESTRAINT ITEMS ● NO ANIMALS (EXCEPT FOR CERTIFIED DISABILITY SERVICE ANIMALS) ● NO CHAINS, CHAIN WALLETS, STUDDED JEWELRY OR SPURS ● NO BICYCLES, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS, SKATES, SEGWAYS, OR OTHER UNAUTHORIZED MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION ● NO COOLERS, THERMOSES, METAL WATER BOTTLES, OR ICE CHESTS ● NO UMBRELLAS ● NO STROLLERS ● NO NOISE-MAKING DEVICES SUCH AS AIR HORNS, BELLS, BULLHORNS, THUNDER STICKS, WHISTLES ● NO BRIEFCASES, BAGS, PURSES LARGER THAN A CLUTCH BAG OR NON-CLEAR BAGS (EXCEPT AS NOTED BELOW)

WEAPONS | DANGEROUS MATERIALS & OBJECTS ● NO WEAPONS OF ANY KIND (GUNS, AMMO, KNIVES OF ANY SIZE, TASERS, PEPPER SPRAY/MACE, ETC.) THIS ALSO APPLIES TO OFF-DUTY LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT HOLDERS. ● NO FLAMMABLES OR MISSILE-LIKE OBJECTS, FIREWORKS, ROAD FLARES, EMERGENCY FLARES, EXPLOSIVES, OR OTHER INCENDIARY DEVICES ● NO AEROSOL CONTAINERS, INCLUDING SUNSCREEN, PEPPER SPRAY, BUG SPRAY, OR SPRAY PAINT. ● NO BALLOONS, FRISBEES, PROJECTILES, HORNS, RADIOS BELLS, WHISTLES, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, LASER POINTERS, STICKS, POLES, BATS, CLUBS, ETC. ● NO ITEMS THAT MAY BE DEEMED A SAFETY HAZARD OR ANNOYANCE TO PARTICIPANTS OR GUESTS

CONSUMABLES ● NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ● NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES ● NO ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES ● NO GLASS OR METAL CONTAINERS OF ANY KIND SIGNAGE | ADVERTISING | PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS ● NO DISTRIBUTION OF UNAUTHORIZED PROMOTIONAL OR COMMERCIAL MATERIAL ● NO FLYERS, SAMPLES, GIVEAWAYS, OR PROMOTIONAL ITEMS ● NO BANNERS OR POLES ● NO SIGNS LARGER THAN 11” X 17” ● NO POLITICAL SIGNAGE

ELECTRONICS | CAMERAS | RECORDING DEVICES ● NO PROFESSIONAL OR COMMERCIAL CAMERAS/PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT, VIDEO CAMERAS, GOPROS, AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES, OR TRIPODS; NO VIDEO OR AUDIO RECORDING WILL BE ALLOWED (EXCEPT PERSONAL CELL PHONES)

● NO SELFIE STICKS ● NO DRONES ● NO LIGHTS OR BATTERY PACKS ● NO TWO-WAY RADIOS OR WALKIE TALKIES ● NO LAPTOP COMPUTERS, TABLETS, OR DIGITAL READERS

ADDITIONAL STADIUM PROHIBITED ITEMS

Early Merchandise

Fans are invited to avoid the lines and purchase merchandise ahead of time. Early merchandise locations are the Stadium Green, outside Gates 3 & 4, and along the sidewalk north of the Waldron Deck. Merchandise locations are cashless / credit card only.

Early merchandise will open during the following dates & times:

Pre-show on Thursday, June 1st from 10am - 7pm

Day of show on June 2nd, 3rd, & 4th from 12pm thru show

Cooling Stations

Cooling stations will be located:

The Miller Lite Midway (behind section 136/138)

The United Club (behind section 106/107 & 111/112)

Outside in the Stadium Green

Inside the Northwest Plaza (behind section 143/144)

Charging Stations

chargeFUZE charging stations are located:

• United Club Level 1 by South Pro Shop
• United Club Level 3 by Section 314
• 100 SW Mezzanine near Section 128  
• South Courtyard next to ADA Elevator/Stairs to Mezz.
• Outside of the Miller Lite Midway Club by Section 136
• Upper West concourse near Section 438
• West Colonnade level near Section 429
• North Garage in the 4th Floor Lobby

Taylor Swift Announces 2023 U.S. Tour Dates

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Update 8/3/23:

For more information on Verified Fan for Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour 2024 U.S. and Canadian dates head to: Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour 2024 FAQs: LINK

Update 6/2/23:

For more information on Verified Fan for Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour dates in Mexico, head to: Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour FAQs (Spanish):  LINK Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour FAQs (English):  LINK

Update 11/16/22:

Taylor Swift Eras Tour Capital One Cardholder Presale Wednesday, November 16  | 2 p.m. local venue time

To best access the Taylor Swift Eras Tour Capital One Cardholder Presale ticket queues, fans should log into their Ticketmaster account and click on the link for your preferred dates below. 

Please keep in mind:

• Capital One Cardholder Presales are scheduled for Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. local venue time. 
• Queues will now open 15 minutes prior to the onsale time.
• To gain entry into the presale, enter the first 6 digits of your Capital One credit or debit card. Having an eligible Capital One credit or debit card does not guarantee tickets.
• At checkout, remember to use an eligible Capital One credit or debit card to pay for your Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets (excludes Capital One private label retail cards). All other credit card types will not be allowed.
• Supplies are limited and the presale ends on Nov. 18, 2022 at 10 p.m. local venue time, or until tickets are sold out.

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Important information for buying tickets during the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan:

Our goal is to maximize the number of fans who have an opportunity to shop.

The link in your text will direct you to the show you were selected for — either a show that was available during registration or a show that was announced after registration closed.

If you were selected for a show available during registration, your code will enable you to shop  that  show  or any show in the same city  that was announced after registration closed. (You will not be able to shop a different show that was available during registration).

If you were selected for a show announced after registration closed — i.e., the link in your text directs you to one of those shows — your code is good for that show. We recommend you use the code for that show as it will have the greatest availability for you. If you choose, you can use your code instead for the show you prioritized first during registration; however, we expect demand for that show to be higher and your wait to be longer.

Remember, each code only allows you to purchase 6 tickets.

Update 11/11/2022:

New Shows Added

Due to unprecedented demand for tickets to Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, presented by Capital One, after announcing 8 new shows last week, Taylor has added 17 additional shows in the US.

• Friday, March 17, 2023 – Glendale, AZ – State Farm Stadium
• Friday, March 24, 2023 – Las Vegas, NV – Allegiant Stadium
• Friday, March 31, 2023 – Arlington, TX – AT&T Stadium
• Thursday, April 13, 2023 – Tampa, FL – Raymond James Stadium
• Friday, April 21, 2023 – Houston, TX – NRG Stadium
• Sunday, April 23, 2023 – Houston, TX – NRG Stadium
• Sunday, April 30, 2023 – Atlanta, GA – Mercedes-Benz Stadium
• Sunday, May 7, 2023 – Nashville, TN – Nissan Stadium
• Sunday, June 4, 2023 – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field
• Friday, June 9, 2023 – Detroit, MI – Ford Field
• Friday, June 16, 2023 – Pittsburgh, PA – Acrisure Stadium
• Friday, June 23, 2023 – Minneapolis, MN – U.S. Bank Stadium
• Friday, June 30, 2023 – Cincinnati, OH – Paycor Stadium
• Friday, July 7, 2023 – Kansas City, KS – GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
• Friday, July 14, 2023 – Denver, CO – Empower Field at Mile High
• Tuesday, August 8, 2023 – Los Angeles, CA – Sofi Stadium
• Wednesday, August 9, 2023 – Los Angeles, CA – Sofi Stadium

Registration is closed for TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan. Fans who previously registered do not need to re-register for the added shows.

Anyone invited to participate in the presale will have access to purchase the added event(s) within their selected market.

Update 11/4/22:

Due to overwhelming demand, additional dates have been added to Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, presented by Capital One!

The registration period for Taylor Swift Presale powered by Ticketmaster Verified Fan has closed.

• Friday, April 14th 2023 – Tampa, FL – Raymond James Stadium
• Friday, May 5th 2023 – Nashville, TN – Nissan Stadium
• Sunday, May 14th 2023 – Philadelphia, PA – Lincoln Financial Field
• Sunday, May 21st 2023 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium
• Sunday, May 28th 2023 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium
• Sunday, July 23rd 2023 – Seattle, WA – Lumen Field
• Friday, July 28th 2023 – Santa Clara, CA – Levi’s® Stadium
• Thursday, August 3rd 2023 – Los Angeles, CA – SoFi Stadium

The TaylorSwiftTix Presale begins on Tuesday, November 15 @ 10AM local venue time. There is a six (6) ticket limit per event.

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Taylor Swift just announced the U.S. leg of Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, p resented by Capital One, and she wants to make sure her fans have the best chance to get tickets .

Demand is expected to be extremely high for Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, presented by Capital One , so registering for the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan is your best chance to get tickets to see Taylor Swift live. While the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan doesn’t guarantee that everyone who registers will get a ticket, it does help ensure only fans are invited to purchase tickets.

Previous Lover Fest Verified Fan purchasers will receive preferred access to participate in the TaylorSwiftTix P resale. Please make sure that you register with the same Ticketmaster Account as your Lover Fest purchase.

Read on for information about how to register for your chance to buy tickets to Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, p resented by Capital One.

Key Dates to Know

• TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan Registration is open now until Wednesday, November 9 at 11:59PM ET .
• TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan Invitations will be sent on the evening of Monday, November 14 .
• TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan takes place on  Tuesday, November 15 at 10AM local venue time .
• General Public On-sale begins on Friday, November 18 at 10AM local venue time .

How many shows can I register for?

You may register for up to three (3) shows. When doing so, please be sure to rank your show preferences in order from highest to lowest. Please note: Registering for multiple shows does not guarantee that you will be selected for all shows you’ve ranked. If demand for tickets from verified fans exceeds supply for a given show, invitations may be subject to availability.

How many tickets can I purchase?

Fans may purchase a maximum of six (6) tickets per show using their unique access code. If you are selected for multiple shows, you will receive one (1) code for each show.

Can I change or update the shows I register for?

Yes, you can update your show preferences any time before registration ends. To do so, return to the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan registration link and click “edit entry”. Only your last selections will be considered once registration closes.

Can I register more than once to increase my invitation status?

No, only one registration is permitted per person.

When submitting my registration I received a 6-digit authentication code from Ticketmaster. Can I use this code to purchase tickets during the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan?

No, if selected for the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan you will receive a new, unique, alphanumeric access code the night prior to your show(s) going on sale. The previous 6-digit authentication code you received when registering was sent to verify your mobile phone number. It cannot be used to purchase tickets.

Can I register for the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan outside of the U.S.?

Yes, however you must use a U.S. or Canadian phone number. Please note that VOIP numbers are not supported.

When does registration close for the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan?

Registration closes on Wednesday, November 9 at 11:59PM ET .

When does the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan begin?

The TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan will begin on Tuesday, November 15 at 10AM local venue time.

Does registering mean I get a TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan access code?

Access codes are never guaranteed, and due to anticipated demand, fans will be selected at random to receive an invitation to shop for tickets during the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan.

I received a confirmation email, what does that mean?

This email is to confirm your details and that we successfully received your registration. It doesn’t, however, guarantee you’ll receive an invitation to purchase tickets. On Monday, November 14, you’ll receive an email with additional information about your invitation status.

Does getting an access code mean I will get tickets?

No. Only fans who have been verified and invited to shop by receiving an access code will have the opportunity to purchase tickets during the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan.

Receiving an access code means that you’ll have the opportunity to shop for tickets. However, the ability to purchase tickets is determined by supply and demand, and is not guaranteed. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis.

If selected, fans will also receive a text message to the phone number provided during registration. This text will include a unique access code and a link to shop. Keep an eye out for this text and be careful not to accidentally delete it.

The Waiting Room will open 30 minutes before the sale begins. You may only join the Waiting Room using the same Ticketmaster Account that you registered with.

When the sale begins, fans in the Waiting Room will be assigned a spot in line. When it is your turn to shop, you must enter your access code exactly as it appears in your text to access tickets.

Can I share my access code with my friends or family?

No. To purchase tickets with your unique code during the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan, you must be logged in to the Ticketmaster Account you registered with. Your access code is unique to your account and for this reason, fans will not be able to share their codes with friends or family.

What device should I use to purchase tickets?

All ticket purchases must be made online. Please be prepared to shop for tickets using your computer, mobile web, or Ticketmaster app. Tickets will not be available by phone call.

Can I sign into the same Ticketmaster Account on multiple devices to shop?

No, when you sign into the same account on multiple devices it may result in errors and/or limit you from shopping during the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan. Before the sale begins, please double check you are only signed into the Ticketmaster Account you registered with on one device.

How many tabs can I have open at once?

One tab per show.

You may only use multiple tabs on the same device when shopping for more than one show (if you received an invitation to multiple shows). As a reminder:

• If you’d like to shop for tickets to multiple shows, you will need to join the Waiting Room for each one.
• Please only join the Waiting Room once and only use one tab per show to reduce any delays.
• Once you join the Waiting Room, do not close your page.

I got an email telling me that I’m on the Waitlist, what does that mean?

Due to extremely high demand, not all fans who register may be invited to purchase tickets during the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan. Should additional tickets become available, a select number of registered fans may be randomly selected to move off the waitlist. If this happens, you will be notified via text message.

Will there be a way to purchase tickets other than the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan?

Yes. The General Public On-Sale will be Friday, November 18 at 10AM local venue time.

Why do I see tickets available to purchase on another site before the TaylorSwiftTix Presale powered by Verified Fan has even happened?

Many unofficial sellers will list tickets before they even go on sale. This practice is called speculative listing and fans should not trust resellers claiming to have tickets. Those speculative listings are not real tickets in hand. Beware of these sellers. Learn more about speculative tickets here .

Will there be VIP packages available for the tour?

A limited number of VIP Packages + Tickets may be available at time of purchase. Check your event page for any VIP details.

What are the health check requirements?

In the best interest of fans and staff, the event organizers are monitoring local COVID-19 trends and will meet or exceed protocols mandated by local governments and local venues. By purchasing tickets to this event, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event, which may include, but not be limited to, wearing masks, providing proof of vaccination & booster status and/or providing proof of negative COVID-19 test. Check back often for updates to your event venue website as guidelines are subject to change.

Where can I find more information on the U.S. leg of Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour?

For more information, visit here .

TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR U.S. TOUR DATES

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Taylor Swift performs during “The Eras Tour” on Friday, May 5, 2023, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV) ORG XMIT: TNGW110

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Everything Taylor Swift in Chicago for her Eras Tour

From pop-ups to how to get to the stadium, here’s everything you need to know about Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Chicago this weekend.

Ok Swifties, it’s officially “Eras Weekend” in Chicago.

• June 03, 2023 10:10 PM Taylor Swift and her Swifties take over Chicago — view photos By  Sun-Times staff See what it’s like in Chicago when Taylor Swift fans descend upon the city over a three-day, Tay-Tay-filled weekend.
• June 02, 2023 05:05 PM Swifties without tickets settle for the next best thing: listening from outside By  Catherine Odom Hundreds crowd the grassy lawns on the north and south sides of Soldier Field.
• June 02, 2023 10:48 AM Anti-Cruelty Society offering $13 cat adoptions in honor of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour By  Katelyn Haas Karma is a cat, and you can get your own furry friend this weekend for just $13.
• June 01, 2023 06:55 PM Swifties, Chicago prepare for Taylor Swift’s Soldier Field dates By  Catherine Odom  and  Katie Anthony Taylor Swift performs three sold-out shows at Soldier Field this weekend. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. for the 6:30 p.m. performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
• June 01, 2023 11:49 AM Taylor Swift Chicago shows: How to get to Soldier Field, where to buy merch and how to comply with the bag policy By  Katie Anthony Planning on attending The Eras Tour at Soldier Field? Here’s everything you should know before heading to the stadium.
• June 01, 2023 11:10 AM Swifties will hamper fishers’ driving access to Northerly Island By  Dale Bowman Concerts by Taylor Swift have cut off driving access to Northerly Island for multiple days around this weekend.
• May 31, 2023 12:39 PM Taylor Swift is officially in her ‘Chicago Era.’ Here’s where you can brunch, play trivia and shake it off all week. By  Katelyn Haas If you aren’t one of the lucky ones who snagged tickets, or you are and want to start the party early, here are a few ways you can celebrate this week.
• May 25, 2023 06:54 AM 4 Taylor Swift tickets go to winner of raffle benefiting Albany Park school program By  Darel Jevens The donated tickets to a Soldier Field concert are being raffled off to benefit students with autism and intellectual disabilities at Roosevelt High School.

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A worker looks over truckloads of Taylor Swift merchandise outside Soldier Field on May 30, 2023. The singer/songwriter will play 3 nights at the stadium this weekend.

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Taylor Swift performs her song "Cruel Summer" on opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour, June 2, 2023, at Soldier Field.

Taylor Swift sings "Cruel Summer" during her opening night of three Chicago Eras Tour performances on at Soldier Field, June 2, 2023

Taylor Swift performs her song "Cruel Summer" at the opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour on June 2, 2023, at Soldier Field.

Taylor Swift live and on the big screen performs "Cruel Summer" at the opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour on Friday, June 2, 2023, at Soldier Field.

Taylor Swift performs "Cruel Summer" at the opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour at Soldier Field, June 2, 2023.

Taylor Swift performs her song "Cruel Summer" at the opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour, June 2, 2023.

Taylor Swift performs on opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour at Soldier Field.

Taylor Swift performs "The Man" at the opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour, June 2, 2023, at Soldier Field.

Taylor Swift fans without tickets listen to the Eras Tour performance from outside of Soldier Field in Chicago, June 2, 2023.

Taylor Swift fans without tickets dance to the to the Eras Tour performance outside of Chicago's Soldier Field, June 2, 2023.

Fans without tickets enjoy the Taylor Swift Eras Tour performance from outside of Chicago's Soldier Field, June 2, 2023.

Girl in Red performs as an opening act at the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, June 2, 2023.

Fans wait listen to opening acts waiting for Taylor Swift to hit the stage at the Eras Tour, June 2, 2023, in Soldier Field.

Owenn performs as an opening act before Taylor Swift's at Eras Tour begins, June 2, 2023, in Soldier Field.

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Taylor Swift fans arrive at Soldier Field in Chicago for the first night of her Eras Tour on June 2, 2023.

Taylor Swift fans check out merchandise outside Soldier Field in Chicago before the first night of Swift's Eras Tour on June 2, 2023.

Maggie Engel wears a shirt reading "I Love T.S." while hanging out with friends outside Soldier Field in Chicago before a Taylor Swift performance on June 2, 2023.

Jack Huster, from left, Cassie Erhardt and Cami Nate draw the number "13" on their hands ahead of the Eras Tour opening night on in Chicago June 2, 2023. Thirteen is Taylor Swift's lucky number.

Dom Cielak makes friendship bracelets to pass out to fellow fans at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour show at Soldier Field on June 2, 2023, in Chicago.

Cami Nate applies red lipstick, Taylor Swift's signature look, in preparation for the Eras Tour show at Soldier Field on June 2, 2023, in Chicago.

A fan looking for three ticket walks outside Soldier Field in Chicago before the first night of the Taylor Swift Eras Tour on June 2, 2023.

Taylor Swift fans arrive at Soldier Field in Chicago before the concert as part of her Eras Tour on June 2, 2023.

Taylor Swift fans arrive at Soldier Field in Chicago before the first night of her Eras Tour on June 2, 2023.

Taylor Swift fans walk through the grass outside Soldier Field in Chicago before Swift will perform as part of her Eras Tour on June 2, 2023.

A group of fans walk outside Soldier Field before Taylor Swift's Eras Tour on June 2, 2023, in Chicago.

Taylor Swift fans hang out atop a parking garage beside Soldier Field in Chicago before the first night of Swift's Eras Tour June 2, 2023.

Fans display friendship bracelets as they wait to enter Soldier Field for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour on June 2, 2023, in Chicago.

Swifties head to the Soldier Field entrances as the Taylor Swift Eras Tour arrives in Chicago drawing thousands of fans from across the country to catch one of Swift's three shows in Chicago starting tonight, June 2, 2023.

The Taylor Swift Eras Tour arrives in Chicago drawing thousands of fans, Swifties, from across the country to catch one of Swift's three shows at Soldier Field in Chicago starting tonight, June 2, 2023.

Heidi Burke, Mallory Burke, Abby Butler, Karly Burke, and Kayley Burke gather at Soldier Field before the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, June 2, 2023.

Cassie Erhardt draws the number 13 on Cami Nate's hand before the Taylor Swift Eras Tour performance on June 2, 2023, in Chicago.

Dom Cielak, Cami Nate, and Lydia Grove arrive at Soldier Field in Chicago for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, June 2, 2023.

Fans trade bracelets as the Taylor Swift Eras Tour arrives in Chicago for three shows at Soldier Field, June 2, 2023.

Swifties head to the Soldier Field entrances as the Taylor Swift Eras Tour arrives in Chicago, June 2, 2023.

The Taylor Swift Eras Tour draws thousands of fans, Swifties, from across the country to trade bracelets and catch one of Swift's three shows at Soldier Field, June 2, 2023.

The Taylor Swift Eras Tour arrives in Chicago drawing thousands of fans, Swifties, for the first of three shows at Soldier Field, June 2, 2023.

Fans wearing fun t-shirts arrive for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour in Chicago. Swifties from across the country came to catch one of Swift's shows at Soldier Field starting, June 2, 2023.

Brett Kramer and his wife Kelly Kramer, who is pregnant, arrive at Soldier Field in Chicago for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour at Soldier Field, June 2, 2023.

Sadona Shaw, 13, of Fenton, Michigan, buys over $700 worth of Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise after arriving from Michigan at 1 a.m. with her father, Kevin Shaw, right, and friend Sophie Dickerson, 14, center, outside Soldier Field on Thursday. The singer-songwriter will play three nights at Soldier Field this weekend.

People wait outside Soldier Field on June 1, 2023, for Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise sales ahead of her three-night stop in Chicago.

A worker prices Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise outside Soldier Field, June 1, 2023.

Skylar Gensch, right, of Carol Stream, sleeps outside Soldier Field before shopping for Taylor Swift merchandise on June 1, 2023.

Workers haul boxes of Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise outside Soldier Field, June 1, 2023.

People of all ages wait in line outside Soldier Field on June 1, 2023, to buy Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise.

Taylor Swift merchandise for sale outside Soldier Field, June 1, 2023.

People wait in line outside Soldier Field for Taylor Swift merchandise.

People wait outside Soldier Field for Taylor Swift merchandise.

Boxes are filled with Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise, June 1, 2023, in a tent outside Chicago's Soldier Field.

Boxes filled with Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise arrive as people wait in a long line outside Soldier Field, June 1, 2023.

Taylor Swift merchandise for sale outside Soldier Field on June 1, 2023.

Taylor Swift fans Sophie Dickerson, 14, left, and Sadona Shaw, 13, both of Fenton, Michigan, leave after buying over $700 worth of Taylor Swift merchandise outside Soldier Field, June 1, 2023.

People buy Taylor Swift merchandise on June 1, 2023, ahead of her three concerts at Soldier Field.

A worker organizes boxes of Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise outside Soldier Field, June 1, 2023.

Truckloads of Taylor Swift Eras Tour merchandise outside Soldier Field, May 30, 2023.

Taylor Swift concert merchandise is loaded into Soldier Field, May 30, 2023.

Taylor Swift performs her song "Cruel Summer" during opening night of the Chicago Eras Tour, June 2, 2023, at Soldier Field.

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Taylor Swift performs at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. on May 26, 2023.

For fans lucky enough to have scored tickets during the Ticketmaster fiasco that left many empty-handed, we’ve compiled a list of what to know: how to get to the concert, rules at the venue, weather to expect and more.

And if you’re one of the countless Swifties who couldn’t get their hands on tickets, don’t worry, we have you covered, too. There are plenty of other events happening around the city this weekend to celebrate Swift mania.

Schedule of events

Noon: Merchandise sales open outside Soldier Field in four locations.

2 p.m.: On-site parking lots open. (All parking on site at Soldier Field is now sold out.)

4:30 p.m.: Soldier Field gates open.

6:30 p.m.: Show starts. (Owenn and Girl in Red are the openers on Friday and Saturday; Gracie Adams and Muna open Sunday.)

About 8 p.m.: Taylor Swift takes the stage. (Her set should last more than three hours.)

10:30 p.m.: Vehicles can enter the post-concert pickup area (Columbus Drive between Roosevelt Road and Balbo Drive).

Merch trucks, Soldier Field regulations and parking

Merch: Get it while it’s hot!

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One of the first questions fans have about the shows is when, where and how can they get their hands on Eras Tour merchandise. As with other shows, merch will be sold in trucks inside and outside the stadium, inviting hundreds, if not thousands, of fans to line up.

The trucks will remain parked outside Soldier Field beginning Thursday all the way through Sunday, according to Soldier Field’s director of sponsorship and media, Luca Serra.

Merch will be sold early at the Stadium Green, outside Gates 3 and 4, and along the sidewalk north of the Waldron Deck. Merch will be sold Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday, Saturday and Sunday from noon until the show ends before midnight.

Venue rules and regulations. No fanny packs!

In order to make it inside, fans should familiarize themselves with venue regulations at Soldier Field, which include a long list of prohibited items. Water bottles, seat cushions, alcoholic beverages and balloons are some of the items not allowed inside the stadium; a full list can be found on the stadium’s website . There will also be security protocols in place such as bag searches and metal detectors at the venue’s entrances.

As with all NFL stadiums, bags should be clear and measure 12 by 6 by 12 inches . Small clutches no bigger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches are also allowed. “That being said, specifically no backpacks, fanny packs, nothing with a drawstring or any kind of a waistband,” said Serra.

Soldier Field parking and pickup. Don’t wear high heels — wear sneakers!

All parking on site at Soldier Field is now sold out. For concertgoers who purchased Soldier Field campus parking in advance, lots will open at 2 p.m. before each show.

Fans can be dropped off at the 18th Drive turnaround , which is at the 18th Drive exit ramp west of DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Traffic may be heavy, however, so dropping off at Columbus Drive or Michigan Avenue might be a better option. Be prepared to walk to Soldier Field from there.

Post-concert pickup for ride-shares and parents will be on Columbus Drive between Roosevelt Road and Balbo Drive. Vehicles will be able to enter starting at 10:30 p.m. Parents are asked to stay with their vehicle if they are using the pickup area.

Parking with shuttle service to Soldier Field:

If fans aren’t able to pre-purchase parking at Soldier Field, there are several other parking options near the venue. Serra said shuttles to and from the stadium will be available between Millennium Park Garage at 6 S. Columbus Drive, and 31st Street McCormick Place Lot B at 3050 S. Moe Drive. Shuttle services will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 1 a.m. Parking at Millennium Park Garage starts at $25-$30, and at McCormick Place Lot B it costs $50. In both garages, service begins at 4 p.m. and ends at 1 a.m.

Off-site parking (where to play Swift’s songs in the parking lot):

Attendees may also park at McCormick Place Lot D, 1832 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, which is a 10-minute walk to the stadium, or at the Grant Park South underground garage, 325 S. Michigan Ave., which is a 20-minute walk. Other off-site Millennium Garages — Millennium Lakeside Garage at 5 S. Columbus Drive and Grant Park North Garage at 25 N. Michigan Ave. — allow fans to purchase passes in advance.

Swift pushed through inclement weather to perform in the pouring rain at concerts in Nashville, Tennessee, and Foxborough, Massachusetts, during earlier stops of the Eras Tour. But Chicago fans can expect “pretty ideal” conditions at Soldier Field throughout the weekend, said National Weather Service meteorologist Ricky Castro.

Some inland rain is possible on Friday, Castro said, but conditions near the lake are expected to be dry “and comfortable, with low humidity.”

Temperatures will be warmer inland but cooler along the lakefront at Soldier Field, with highs expected to reach the mid to upper 70s Friday through Sunday, Castro said. Concertgoers may want to bring an extra layer (may we suggest a “cardigan”?). They can expect things to cool off to the mid-60s later in the evening.

In the unlikely case there are last-minute changes in weather forecasts, Serra said Soldier Field is prepared, as staff members are “no strangers to outdoors events.”

“Whether it’s a Bears game , a Fire game, another international soccer game, or even the concerts that we had with Coldplay … where we had to shelter in place,” Serra said. “We’re very accustomed to working in that environment, and we’ll work with it as we need to.”

Shows might be canceled or postponed or simply begin earlier or later than planned if the weather turns bad. Regardless, if attendees would like to prepare for rain, they should opt for a packable raincoat instead of an umbrella, which is a prohibited item.

Getting to and from the shows: Public transportation, Divvy bikes and Metra services

For concertgoers who prefer to ditch cars and ride-shares the night of their show — given complications with parking availability and costs, price surges and traffic — there are a variety of other options such as taking trains, buses and bikes to and from the venue.

Public transportation:

Concertgoers who live in a big city might be used to “waiting for a bus that never shows” or “for trains that just aren’t coming,” but hopefully they won’t experience these lyrics from Swift’s hit songs “Hits Different” and “New Romantics” as they take public transportation to and from Soldier Field.

Chicago Transit Authority:

Extra train and bus services for the nights of the show are planned for CTA, according to a statement the CTA emailed to the Tribune. A one-day unlimited ride pass is $5 and a three-day pass is $15. Route schedules are available at transitchicago.com . Download the Ventra app to buy and use mobile tickets.

“The CTA is experienced in accommodating an influx of crowds surrounding large events at Soldier Field, and transit is a convenient and affordable option for the Swift concerts,” the statement said.

The closest CTA train station to Soldier Field is Roosevelt Station , which serves the Red , Orange and Green Line trains. The station is less than a mile walk to the stadium entrance. The CTA will add trains and provide service well after midnight. If the concerts go past 1 a.m., riders may use the Red Line and transfer to the Blue Line, as both run 24 hours every day.

The CTA is also adding numerous buses on the No. 146 Inner Lake Shore Drive/Michigan Express route, which stops next to Soldier Field at the corner of McFetridge and Special Olympics drives. Other bus options that stop at or near Soldier Field include the No. 130 Museum Campus , the No. 3 King , the No. 4 Cottage Grove and the No. 12 Roosevelt .

The CTA pointed out that the elevator from the pedway to the street in the Roosevelt station transfer tunnel between the Green/Orange elevated lines and the Red Line subway is temporarily out of service, so people with accessibility needs will need to plan accordingly.

Brandon McFadden, data analyst for Commuters Take Action — a collective of self-described frustrated Chicago commuters — said he will be live-tweeting arrival information, including average intervals, for CTA trains during the weekend so that Swifties can get home from Roosevelt Station after the shows are over.

“Thankfully, the trains are scheduled to arrive at fairly decent intervals that night,” McFadden said. “For the most part, the trains are set to come every 10 or 15 minutes each night in the 11 p.m. hour.”

He said he and other members of Commuters Take Action — who are all “crossing their fingers” and hopeful that all runs smoothly — will head downtown Friday to document and share what’s going on regarding public transportation during the first night of the Chicago Eras shows.

“I have never done a concert, but I have tried to leave the area of Soldier Field after a Bears game. And it was not a fun experience at all,” McFadden said. “And the Bears game wasn’t even filled out the day that I was trying to get on the train at Roosevelt. So I can only anticipate how chaotic it’s going to be.”

Swiftie Molly Fleck, 36, inspired us with her Swift-themed puns in a tweet to the CTA where she expressed hopes for a smooth public transportation experience for all Chicago concertgoers. “Public transit and Taylor Swift are two of my great passions,” she told the Tribune over the phone.

While she won’t be attending the Chicago concerts (she’ll be at one of the Detroit shows next weekend), the Lincoln Park resident will be going to one of the Beyoncé shows at Soldier Field July 22-23, so she’s waiting to see how it all plays out this weekend. The nighttime and weekend frequency of CTA transit “hasn’t been very good” lately, which worries her.

“I think that our non-car infrastructure is one of the best assets that Chicago has as a cultural destination,” Fleck said, “because it’s easy for people who are not from Chicago — and even people who live in the city — to get around to all of the great things that we have to offer and not have to worry about the time and expense of having a car that needs a place to be while you are doing the fun thing that you want.”

“My No. 1 option right now for when I go see Beyoncé is riding my bike down there,” Fleck said. “Because I don’t have to worry about getting a ride-share, I don’t have to worry about whether the train’s gonna show up, or squeezing on the train with 80,000 other people. I can walk out of the stadium, I can get on my bike, I can get on the Lakefront Trail and I can be home in a predictable amount of time.”

Divvy bikes:

If concertgoers are similarly inspired by Fleck, an option for those who also want to have a main character moment after a show and swish through the city with “the breeze in their hair on the weekend” — as in Swift’s song “Karma” — might want to turn their attention to Chicago’s own Divvy bikes.

“Big events in the summer are really nothing new for us,” said Abel Braughton, associate general manager at Divvy. The company offers a valet service by sending field members to stations near event venues to help dock and corral their bikes.

The Divvy station south of the Field Museum near East McFetridge Drive and Lake Shore Drive will offer valet services from 5 to 11 p.m. all three days of Eras Tour shows in Chicago. Riders need to have the Lyft or Divvy application downloaded on their phones to be able to use the bikes.

And as concertgoers come out of the shows, they may be able to use Divvy’s reservation feature, which holds a bike for a 10-minute window.

“Plan your trip. Take a look at the map before you get on a bike,” Braughton said. “Plan a safe bike route that you feel comfortable with. Don’t try something super new. Bring a helmet. And leave the rest to us.”

Of course, fans can also bring their own bikes and lock them in one of several racks located near Soldier Field. Bike racks are located on the east end of the stadium near Gate 14 and on the north end of the stadium near the Children’s Garden.

Metra services for suburban transportation:

While Metra is not planning to add extra services for the Eras Tour shows in Chicago, according to spokesman Michael Gillis, suburban fans may still get to and out of the city by using any of six Metra lines that connect to Union Station and Ogilvie Transportation Center and one that stops at 18th Street :

BNSF Railway , Milwaukee North and Milwaukee West lines arrive and depart from Union Station.

Union Pacific North , Union Pacific Northwest and Union Pacific West lines arrive and depart from Ogilvie.

Metra Electric stops at 18th Street.

Metra offers two weekend-pass options . Unlimited rides on Saturday or Sunday are $7. Up to three children age 11 and under can ride free with each fare-paying adult. A weekend pass includes unlimited rides for $10, available only in the Ventra app . Check metra.com for route schedules and maps.

Additional activities

Fans who were unable to score tickets for the shows have to know there is currently no plan to sell box office tickets at Soldier Field on the days of the shows.

And while shows at other stadiums across the country have drawn thousands of such fans to listen to the concerts from the outside, ticketless Swifties are “strongly discouraged” from tailgating the concerts, according to a press release from Soldier Field.

“While the acoustics are really good inside the stadium, they’re not very good outside the stadium,” Serra said. “So people expecting to come here and be able to hear the show might be disappointed. The acoustics are just such inside the stadium that they don’t bleed outside the building.”

But Swifties who lost out on tickets — as well as the lucky ones with concert dates who won’t be satisfied by Swift’s 44-song set list — can hear her music throughout the weekend at many local bars and venues.

Scarlet Bar, 3320 N. Halsted St.

From Thursday through Sunday this week, the Northalsted mainstay will host a series of no-skips events dedicated to playing two of Swift’s albums each night starting at 8:30 p.m.

Sunday is a doubleheader, with play-throughs of “Fearless” and “Speak Now” scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m. Swift’s debut album and her newest release, “Midnights,” will begin at 8:30 p.m.

Scarlet has hosted album release events for Swift’s releases since “1989? came out in 2014. Demand has skyrocketed since, said general manager AJ Miranda.

“‘Red’ was insane,” Miranda said, referring to Swift’s 2021 rerelease of her 2012 foray into pop music; the singer is in the process of rerecording and rereleasing her older albums, which she does not own. “I’m guessing that ‘Speak Now’ will only be 10 times bigger,” Miranda said, referring to the upcoming July rerelease of Swift’s fan-favorite third album.

Replay Lincoln Park, 2833 N. Sheffield Ave.

Replay, known for its themed pop-ups, is celebrating Eras weekend with a long list of Swift-themed events. Swifties can try drinks like the Delicate, with Earl Grey-infused gin, vanilla, lemon and honey, or the Cruel Summer, a blue raspberry jello shot.

Events at Replay this week include Taylor trivia on Thursday at 7 p.m., a singalong happy hour on Friday at 5 p.m. and dance parties Friday and Saturday nights. There is no cover.

Swifties still holding out hope for a chance to see her live can meet on the dance floor at midnight Thursday, when Replay will announce the winner of an Eras Tour ticket giveaway, said owner Mark Kwiatkowski. It costs $20 to enter the raffle and fans can do so in person or on Tock, he said. The winner will be awarded with two tickets to a show of their choice.

Burning Red at Lincoln Hall, 2424 N. Lincoln Ave.

Chicago-based Taylor Swift tribute band Burning Red plays at Lincoln Hall Saturday at 8 p.m. VIP tickets, which include a merch package, are sold out, but general admission tickets are available for $22 in advance online or $25 day-of.

Bandleader and lead vocalist Gina Crosley-Corcoran said the band hopes to provide fans with and without tickets alike the opportunity to “dress up and trade bracelets and have that Taylor experience.”

Minors can attend the show with a parent or guardian.

Woodie’s Flat, 1535 N. Wells St.

Fans can enjoy themed drinks and photo opportunities at a Taylor Swift dance party at Woodie’s Flat in Old Town on Thursday at 8 p.m.

Tickets for $10 apiece are available on Eventbrite; as of Tuesday, the party was about 70% to 75% sold out, said event organizer Hannah Gamble. Some tickets for the 21-and-up event would be available at the door, she said.

Hopsmith Chicago, 15 W. Division St.

Tickets are also available on Eventbrite for an ages 21+ Champagne Problems brunch at Hopsmith Chicago Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets cost $15.

Swifties who want to get their fourth drink in their hands can take advantage of a $35 bottomless deal that includes mimosas, Bloody Marys and Bud Light. Brunch was about 50% sold out as of Tuesday, Gamble said, and some tickets would be made available at the door.

Roscoe’s Tavern, 3356 N. Halsted St.

The Northalsted bar is hosting an Eggs & Eras drag brunch on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Tables are almost all taken, said special events manager Shawn Hazen, but diners looking to save themselves a seat can make reservations on OpenTable or by emailing [email protected].

Roscoe’s is also hosting an After Eras dance party on Sunday at 11 p.m.

“We’re not sure what to expect,” Hazen said. “Are people going to be Taylored out by the end of the concert weekend? We don’t know.”

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Taylor Swift fans swarm Soldier Field for 1st Eras Tour performance in Chicago

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The first of three sold-out Taylor Swift concerts was held at Soldier Field Friday night, part of a three-show stop on her Eras Tour.

"Since like two in the morning. Why? Because we wanted to be first," said Shona and Lorna Garcia, who lined up in the wee early morning hours.

Big crowds are expected all weekend long for one of the most-anticipated musical events of 2023. About 55,000 people are expected to attend each night.

Lynn is choosing to be a bit incognito on Friday night because, she said, her dad doesn't know she scored a ticket last night.

"I'm wearing a 'Red' outfit that she actually wore in her concert," Lynn said. "Dad, I love you. Please don't kill me. This was a graduation present."

Taylor Swift 'Eras Tour' at Soldier Field: What you need to know before you go

One mother-daughter duo from Arizona has been bonding over Taylor Swift and her inspirational music for years.

"I was with her for reputation so it's really, to me, it's special part of life," said Nicole and Karley Sweer. "I've loved Taylor Swift for as long as I can remember, and this is like, the first musical artist I kind of loved."

The concrete walls of the football stadium were no match for the sound of excitement in the air, especially at the very moment Swift took the stage.

"I'm just so excited to be around everyone else. This has just been years in the making," said Kristina Johnson.

In fact, it's been nearly five years since Swift toured.

The excitement surrounding the shows really began on Thursday, as even more Swifties were lined up to buy merchandise ahead of this weekend. Most are after a coveted crewneck fans say are only sold at her concerts.

"It's because a lot of it is not going to be online and I feel like the blue crewneck everybody's going crazy for," said Angelica Tenuta and Emily Kriska, who live in Kenosha.

ABC7 spoke with people who had been camped out since 2 a.m. and don't even have tickets.

"I did not get tickets yet, it's actually very sad. If I can't get tickets, I'm going to get merch, because the tickets, right now, are really expensive, so I'm like, I'll just get merch instead," said Miroslav Uzelac, who lives in Skokie. "I love Taylor Swift. Laughs. I think I have a bit too much of her obsession with her."

They're hoping for some T-Swift luck to snag some.

"I just need two tickets. So, if someone has extra tickets, let me know, please," said Kedzie O'Malley, who lives in Orland Park.

If you're lucky enough to have tickets, there will be shuttle buses from the Millennium Park Garage. People can also get dropped off at the 18th Drive turn-around, just west of DuSable Lakeshore Drive.

Pick-ups will be along Columbus Drive between Balbo and Roosevelt. Parking passes are already sold out.

"We are going to be in the nosebleeds, but it's OK, wherever we are. It's worth it. It is it's so worth it," said Aubrey Tabler and Jslyn Peck, who are from Mishawaka.

The parking lots opened up at 2 p.m. to concertgoers. Gates opened at 4:30 p.m.

"I'm so excited to scream all the songs. And all the chants, we learned all of the chants," said Lucianna Cardamone and Brooklynn Jack, who live in Norridge. "We finally got tickets last-minute, so we're excited."

The merch tents opened at noon.

The Friday and Saturday concerts start at 6:30 p.m. with openers Owenn and Girl in Red. Taylor is expected to go on at 8.

The Sunday show starts at the same time with openers MUNA and Gracie Abrams. Swift will come on stage around 8 p.m. and play a three-hour set.

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For some, forking over four digits for a concert is just too much, but for others, the experience is worth the money.

Gabrielle Lask isn’t normally a big spender, but when she had an opportunity to purchase two tickets to Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour for $4,000, the Swiftie just couldn’t “shake off” the chance to see the singer with her mom.

“It’s so much money,” Lask says. “I honestly don’t think I’ve ever spent that much money on anything in my life, but I was dying to go to that show. My mom surprised me with tickets for my 11th birthday for the Fearless tour, and this would be a full-circle moment for us to go back together.”

How Lask Covered the Cost

Lask, 24, and her mother first tried purchasing tickets through the presale program for Capital One cardholders , which reportedly offered ticket prices as low as $49.

When that didn’t work out, Lask says they tried several avenues to get tickets before connecting with a ticket broker who could get them the unobstructed, 300-level tickets for $2,000 each.

To cover the cost, Lask says she took $3,000 out of her savings account to pay for the tickets. Her mom paid the other $1,000 and paid for Lask’s flight from Florida to St. Louis, where they met and drove to Chicago together for the concert. Her mother also paid for the hotel room after the concert.

Resale Ticket Prices Have Gone Through the Ceiling

Lask wasn’t the only fan spending thousands on tickets to The Eras Tour – resale ticket prices have skyrocketed, even as the singer has continued to add more tour dates. Earlier this month, Swift unveiled a schedule for previously unannounced North American shows running through November in Miami, New Orleans, Indiana and Canada. After that, she'll take the show abroad.

The average resale ticket sold for the concert at the time of publications is $1,619, according to SeatGeek. By comparison, the average resale concert ticket this year is about $245.

“What makes (Swift’s ticket sales) even more impressive is that she is drawing this level of demand while playing at the largest venues in the country,” says Chris Leyden, director of growth marketing at SeatGeek. “Taylor nearly broke the internet during her Eras Tour tickets sales, and the demand has not subsided.”

Fans Went Way Over Budget

Even fans who managed to get their tickets during the presale at lower prices often spent more than they expected.

Swift may have competition when it comes to fans spending on concert tickets, however. A recent InvestorsObserver survey found that fans of Beyonce were laying out an average of $1,800 each to see Queen Bey perform, about $300 more than the average spend by Swifties.

For some, however, forking over four digits for a concert is just too much. More than 70% of consumers recently told LendingTree that they've opted out of seeing their favorite performers because prices were too high.

But for Lask, who has seen Swift in concert four times, the experience was worth the money.

“She is my favorite artist, and she has released so much new music since her last tour, I couldn’t miss it,” Lask says. “It was so amazing, I cried multiple times. It was surreal being there after the battle and uncertainty of getting tickets. I just couldn’t believe I was there.”

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Switzerland is about to become Taylor Swiftland .

On July 9-10, the “Bad Blood” singer will headline back-to-back nights as part of her ongoing, international ‘Eras Tour’ with Paramore at Zürich, CH’s Stadion Letzigrund .

The pair of gigs come on the heels of a three-concert stint at Amsterdam’s Johan Cruijff Arena; on night one, she debuted a sparkly, blue crop top and brought back “Archer,” which she hadn’t played since “The Tortured Poet’s Department” songs worked their way into the set list.

“I really wanted to challenge myself to play as many songs from different eras and albums,” she said onstage. “We’ll see how this one goes.”

What surprises does Tay Tay have in store for for her Zürich gigs?

While we don’t know what the unpredictable 2023 Time Magazine Person of the Year has up her sleeve, we do know the best way to find out is live.

As of now, last-minute tickets are available for both Stadion Letzigrund concerts.

Prices start at $645 USD before fees on Vivid Seats at the time of publication.

For more information, we have everything you need to know and more about Taylor Swift’s two ‘Eras Tour’ concerts with Paramore at Zürich, CH’s Stadion Letzigrund on July 9-10 below.

All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.

Taylor Swift Zürich tickets 2024

A complete calendar including all ‘Eras Tour’ Stadion Letzigrund concert dates and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here:

(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout .)

Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. 

They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event.

Taylor Swift set list

Post-“Tortured Poet’s Department” release, Swift has incorporated the new album into her shows (even if “The Archer” worked its way back in at a recent Amsterdam gig).

In any event, for a closer look at what to expect, here’s what Tay Tay played at her final Paris concert at La Defense Arena on May 12, according to  Set List FM :

01.) “Miss Americana & the Heartbreak Prince” 02.) “Cruel Summer” 03.) “The Man” 04.) “You Need to Calm Down” 05.) “Lover” Fearless

06.) “Fearless” 07.) “You Belong With Me” 08.) “Love Story” Red 09.) “22” 10. )”We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” 11.) “I Knew You Were Trouble” 12.) “All Too Well” Speak Now 13.) “Enchanted” reputation

14.) “…Ready for It?” 15.) “Delicate” 16.) “Don’t Blame Me” 17.) “Look What You Made Me Do” folklore / evermore

18.) “cardigan” 19.) “betty” 20.) “champagne problems” 21.) “august” 22.) “illicit affairs” 23.) “my tears ricochet” 24.) “marjorie” 25.) “willow” 1989

26.) “Style” 27.) “Blank Space” 28.) “Shake It Off” 29.) “Wildest Dreams” 30.) “Bad Blood” THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT

31.) “Female Rage: The Musical” (contains elements of “MBOBHFT”, “WAfoLOM?”, “loml”, “So Long, London” & “BDILH”) 32.) “But Daddy I Love Him / So High School” 33.) “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?” 34.) “Down Bad” 35.) “Fortnight” 36.) “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” 37.) “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” Surprise Songs

38.) “The Alchemy / Treacherous” 39.) “Begin Again” Midnights

40.) “Lavender Haze” 41.) “Anti‐Hero” 42.) “Midnight Rain” 43.) “Vigilante Shit” 44.) “Bejeweled” 45.) “Mastermind” 46.) “Karma”

Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ news

Our team has been following the ‘Eras Tour’ closely over the past year.

Over the past few months, we spoke to a Swiftie who  shared some helpful tips  about seeing Taylor live, reported on  dropping ticket prices , and  came up with a list of all the most exciting fan trends .

Taylor Swift new music

Swift’s  “The Tortured Poets Department”  was released at midnight (and subsequently at 2 a.m.) on Friday, April 19.

While every listener will likely come away with their own favorites, we particularly enjoyed the sleek, synthy “Fortnight,” icy “So Long, London,” anthemic “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart,” a bombastic slow build of “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” and gorgeously arranged “Chloe or Sam or Sophia or Marcus.”

If you want to give it a spin — if you’re one of the few people on the planet that hasn’t already, that is — you can find “The Tortured Poets Department”  here .

The Hayley Williams-fronted pop-punk rockers are opening for Swift from May through August this year. This may come as a bit of a surprise to some fans considering that the group mounted a successful arena tour of their own in 2023.

That tour came on the heels of Paramore’s 2022 reunion; Prior to that, the band had been on a five-year hiatus.

For fans who want to check out their latest, their 2023 album “This Is Why” can be heard  here .

Huge stars on tour in 2024

Although it will cost an arm and a leg (sometimes more!) to see Swift live this year, there are much more affordable — likely stateside — concerts you can attend this year.

Here are just five of our favorite artists you won’t want to miss live.

•  Olivia Rodrigo

•  Kacey Musgraves

•  Gracie Abrams

•  Billie Eilish

Who else is on the road this year? Check out our list of the  50 biggest concert tours in 2024  to find out.

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This article was written by Matt Levy , New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed Bruce Springsteen and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.

Where to find the cheapest ‘Eras Tour’ tickets to see Taylor Swift in Zürich

• Published: Jul. 05, 2024, 10:11 a.m.

Taylor Swift will perform in Zürich, Switzerland on July 9 and 10. Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP

• Nicole Iuzzolino | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

I must be “The Man” because I found some last-minute tickets to see Taylor Swift on Switzerland.

Swift is set to perform in Zürich, Switzerland at the Stadion Letzigrund on July 9-10 , and fans are already counting down the minutes and hours.

Here’s everything you need to know to see Taylor Swift live on her international tour.

Where to buy the cheapest Taylor Swift concert tickets

Throughout the “Eras Tour,” the cheapest last-minute tickets for Swift’s 2024 concerts have been on StubHub and Vivid Seats .

At the time of publication, the cheapest ticket for Swift’s July 9 “Eras Tour” concert in Zürich is $645 on Vivid Seats with tickets listed as high as $4,349.

For her July 10 show, the cheapest ticket at the time of publication (before fees) is $815 on Vivid Seats , with tickets listed as high as $1,326.

First-time Vivid Seats users can save $20 on ticket orders over $200 by entering promo code NJ20 at checkout.

Fans also should check out other secondary sites to snag last-minute tickets, like TicketCity and SeatGeek .

Where is Taylor Swift playing next?

Taylor Swift will perform 84 shows throughout the second leg of her “Eras Tour.”

After Amsterdam, Swift’s next set of shows will be in Milan on July 13-14 .

Tickets are available on several secondary market sites, like StubHub , Vivid Seats , TicketCity and SeatGeek .

Upcoming 2024 tours

Taylor Swift is not the only artist on a huge tour right now.

Here are a few more tours you won’t want to miss: Gracie Abrams , Melanie Martinez , Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter .

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Taylor Swift fans scrambling as Aer Lingus pilots strike coincides with Dublin concert dates

Taylor Swift's concert dates in Dublin this weekend are coinciding with an Aer Lingus pilots strike that has resulted in more than 200 canceled flights, and Swift's traveling fans don't want to miss her like this.

The Irish Air Line Pilots’ Association is pushing for a 12.25% pay increase from the airline, and workers are striking to pressure it. Pilots are refusing overtime work and plan an eight-hour strike Saturday, among other actions, according to The Irish Times .

Aer Lingus flights from Wednesday to Tuesday are affected, although the airline is working to reschedule flights and offering refunds to customers. Around 270 flights have been canceled, affecting more than 35,000 travelers, The Irish Times reported.

"Aer Lingus fully understands the anxiety being experienced by customers given the uncertainty caused by IALPA’s industrial action and is giving customers as many options as possible, should they wish to change their plans," the company said in a statement.

Despite the options provided by Aer Lingus, some dedicated Swifties will not be able to make it to the Ireland shows.

Margot, a France-based fan, resold her tickets via Ticketmaster after her Aer Lingus flight to Dublin was canceled. She also offered up her hotel accommodations on social media to anyone who might need to stay.

"Due to flights being cancelled (down bad; crying on the floor) I won’t be able to make it but I’m happy to transfer the room to anyone who would need it room booked from Saturday to Monday morning," she wrote in a post.

Another fan, Chrissy, wrote on X that Aer Lingus moved their flight from Saturday to Friday, but "since we have to work on that day we won’t be able to make it to the Eras Tour."

James Oaks, whose X account says he’s based in Kansas City, Missouri, posted Monday that his flight to Dublin for the show was canceled. He didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

“Shout out to @TicketmasterUK for refusing to allow us to resale our tickets to see @taylorswift13 in Dublin when our trip was cancelled due to an airline strike last minute,” Oaks wrote.

Another fan tagged Aer Lingus in a post to say that if her family were unable to make the show because of the labor action, the pilots would be "the least of your problems."

"You do not want a teenage girl as an enemy," the user wrote. "They are the scariest people on earth."

Meanwhile, some other fans hope to cash in on the unfortunate circumstances by asking to buy tickets from anyone unable to make the shows.

"yo if any americans can’t make it to the dublin eras tour because aer lingus screwed you over im here to take your ticket so it doesn’t go to waste," an X user wrote .

Representatives from Aer Lingus and the IALPA had separate meetings with Ireland's Labour Court, but the airline said Tuesday that the court determined that "it is unable to assist in the dispute at this time."

The IALPA did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Doha Madani is a senior breaking news reporter for NBC News. Pronouns: she/her.

How to win Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ tickets at Soldier Field in Chicago for only $30

By fansided | mar 28, 2023.

If you are hoping to snag tickets to see Taylor Swift at Soldier Field in Chicago this June you might need to get a second job because tickets to the sold-out shows are, as of this writing, starting at over $700 on the secondary ticket market.

That’s the bad news. The good news is that the team here at Culturess has found a really cool opportunity for two lucky fans to potentially win tickets for as low as $30…and all while supporting a good cause. Just don’t tell your friends about this because the really great thing about this opportunity is that not a lot of people know about it so we are hoping a Culturess reader will be the one to win the tickets!

How to win Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets for $30 

Our Culturess sleuths have discovered a little-known raffle that is happening in Chicago on April 30, 2023. There is a non-profit theater company in Chicago called Remy Bumppo. As a non-profit. Remy Bumppo has an annual benefit to raise money to pay for its upcoming work. Tickets to get into this benefit start at $125 for folks under 40 and go all the way up to $4,000 for a “Platinum Table.” The benefit is attended by generous donors who help this great Chicago theater do incredible work.

Our Culturess insiders have found out that at this benefit, Remy Bumppo will be raffling off two tickets to the June 3 Taylor Swift show at Soldier Field! Best of all, raffle tickets are available online and the winner does not need to be present at the benefit! Raffle tickets start at only $30! 

Since the benefit costs money to attend, the crowd is relatively small. That means, as opposed to other Taylor Swift ticket raffles and contests being held at radio stations and places like that, the competition for this raffle will be much smaller! There appears to be no limit to the number of tickets you can buy and they even have a special deal with a book of five tickets only costing $125. That is just $25 per raffle ticket! This is definitely worth a shot and even if you don’t win the raffle, at least your money is going to support art and a non-profit company instead of a greedy ticket company.

How to buy Taylor Swift Eras Tour raffle tickets

Just head to the link below to buy your tickets.

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Details of the Taylor Swift Era Tour ticket raffle 

Don’t miss your chance to see Taylor Swift at The Eras Tour celebrating her last four albums Lover, Folklore, Evermore, and her latest, Midnights! You and a friend could experience the concert of the year with these seats.

June 3, 2023 at 6:30pm | Soldier Field, Chicago, IL | Section 243, Row 9 Winner need not be present to win. Winner will be selected on April 30, 2023. Restrictions: Only valid for the Chicago concert on June 3, 2023. Remy Bumppo is not liable for concert cancellations or rescheduling.

Good luck to all of our Culturess readers! We hope one of you win the raffle and get to see Taylor live!

We are providing more info on Taylor’s tour and the show at Soldier Field below.

Ticket Prices

First and foremost, let’s talk about ticket prices. If you’re hoping to attend the Taylor Swift Eras Tour at Soldier Field, be prepared to pay a pretty penny. Tickets to the entire tour sold out almost immediately, leaving Swifties to scour secondary market ticket sites like Stub Hub. As we mentioned above, the cheapest tickets to the Chicago shows, as of this writing, are starting at over $700! Right now, the grand total for the two cheapest tickets on Stub Hub is $1,973! It’s outrageous.

While these prices may seem steep, it’s important to keep in mind that Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars in the world, and demand for tickets to her shows is always high. If you’re a die-hard fan, it may be worth shelling out the cash for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Concert Details

The Taylor Swift Eras Tour is set to take place at Soldier Field on June 2 & 3, 2023. The show is scheduled to start at 6:30 PM, but we recommend arriving early to avoid any potential traffic or parking issues.

As for the concert itself, fans can expect an incredible show filled with all of Taylor Swift’s biggest hits from throughout her career. The Eras Tour will feature songs from each of her most popular albums, from her country roots to her latest pop hits.

How to Get to Soldier Field

If you’re planning on attending the Taylor Swift Eras Tour at Soldier Field, it’s important to plan ahead for transportation. Here are a few options for getting to the venue:

Public Transportation: The easiest way to get to Soldier Field is by taking public transportation. The CTA #146 bus stops right outside the stadium, and the Roosevelt CTA station is just a few blocks away.

Rideshare Services: If you prefer to take a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft, be aware that traffic around Soldier Field can be heavy on concert nights. Plan ahead and give yourself plenty of time to get to the venue.

Driving: If you’re driving to the venue, be sure to plan your route ahead of time and arrive early to secure parking. There are several parking lots in the area, but they can fill up quickly on concert nights.

Other Important Details

Finally, here are a few other important details to keep in mind if you’re planning on attending the Taylor Swift Eras Tour at Soldier Field:

Security : As with any major event, security will be tight at Soldier Field. Be prepared to go through a metal detector and have your bags searched before entering the venue. Food and Drinks: There will be plenty of food and drink options available inside the stadium, but prices can be steep. If you’re looking to save some money, consider eating before the show or bringing your own snacks.

Weather : June in Chicago is still really pleasant and since Taylor’s coming right at the start of the month, it could even be a little chilly, so be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. It’s also a good idea to bring sunscreen and stay hydrated throughout the night.

Overall, the Taylor Swift Eras Tour at Soldier Field is sure to be an incredible experience for fans of all ages. Just be prepared to pay a premium for tickets and plan ahead for transportation and other important details.

When does Taylor Swift’s tour start?

The Eras Tour started on March 18, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona. Here’s the latest list of tour dates and locations, including her two dates in Chicago, as it stands:

Saturday, March 18: Glendale, AZ Saturday, March 25: Las Vegas, NV Saturday, April 1: Arlington, TX Sunday, April 2: Arlington, TX Friday, April 14: Tampa, FL Saturday, April 15: Tampa, FL Saturday, April 22: Houston, TX Friday, April 28: Atlanta, GA Saturday, April 29: Atlanta, GA Friday, May 5: Nashville, TN Saturday, May 6: Nashville, TN Friday, May 12: Philadelphia, PA Saturday, May 13: Philadelphia, PA Sunday, May 14: Philadelphia, PA Friday, May 19: Foxborough, MA Saturday, May 20: Foxborough, MA Sunday, May 21: Foxborough, MA Friday, May 26: East Rutherford, NJ Saturday, May 27: East Rutherford, NJ Sunday, May 28: East Rutherford, NJ Friday, June 2: Chicago, IL Saturday, June 3: Chicago, IL Saturday, June 10: Detroit, MI Saturday, June 17: Pittsburgh, PA Saturday, June 24: Minneapolis, MN Saturday, July 1: Cincinnati, OH Saturday, July 8: Kansas City, MO Saturday, July 15: Denver, CO Saturday, July 22: Seattle, WA Sunday, July 23: Seattle, WA Friday, July 28: Santa Clara, CA Saturday, July 29: Santa Clara, CA Thursday, Aug. 3: Los Angeles, CA Friday, Aug. 4: Los Angeles, CA Saturday, Aug. 5: Los Angeles, CA

Soldier Field Releases Details About Crowds, Parking and More For Taylor Swift Chicago Shows

The moment 190,500 of you have been waiting for is nearly here, by francie swidler • published may 31, 2023 • updated on june 2, 2023 at 7:42 am.

Head's up, Chicago Swifties: The show you've been waiting for is just days away. But you already knew that. What you may not know though, is all the ins and outs of seeing a show at Soldier Field.

"The final countdown to Taylor Swift's 3-night foray at Soldier Field is finally upon us," a press release from the stadium said Wednesday. "Taylor Swift will play to sold-out audiences at Soldier Field all three nights (June, 2, 3 & 4)," the release continues, adding that Swift's "The Eras Tour" is one of the "most anticipated musical events of 2023."

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In stadiums across the county, those musical events have yet to disappoint fans, despite pouring rain and security snafus . And as more than 60,000 Swift fans descend on Soldier Field each night -- not including parents and ride-share drivers dropping off and picking up the thousands of concert goers -- here's how it's all expected to go down.

Each night of Swift's three-night Soldier Field residency is sold out, the stadium says. According to Soldier Field officials, the stadium currently holds 63,500 people. And though it's the smallest NFL stadium in the nation, it's significantly bigger than Chicago's other large venues.

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For example, Wrigley Field, where Bruce Springsteen, Dead & Company and Fall Out Boy are playing later this summer, has a capacity of 41,649. The United Center, where Aerosmith is set to play in September, holds 23,500.

However you slice it -- the show, and the area near the stadium, are expected to be packed.

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There certainly will be.

"Guests may experience heavy traffic at certain times," Soldier Field says. Additionally, several construction projects in and out of Chicago may cause additional backups and delays, including the Kennedy Expressway construction as well as ongoing resurfacing and lane closures along DuSable Lake Shore Drive .

Drop Off and Pick Up

There will be designated drop-off and pick-up locations for parents and chaperones coming to the stadium, Soldier Field notes. Here's a breakdown:

Those attending the show can be dropped off at the 18th Drive Turnaround, just west of Lake Shore Drive's 18th Drive exit ramp. However, due to heavy traffic, officials suggest dropping fans off at Columbus Drive or Michigan Avenue and then having them walking to the museum campus.

For pick-up after the show, officials say reunification for parents, guardians and rideshare drivers will take place on Columbus Drive between Roosevelt and Balbo, beginning at 10:30 p.m.

"We encourage parents and chaperones to use this area in order to quickly reunite with family and friends," Soldier Field's release states. "Drivers may use the alphabetical signage markers to provide guests with identifiers. Stadium security and parking personnel will be present to provide a safe and organized operation."

Additionally, stadium security will be onsite to "provide a safe and organized operation."

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Both Soldier Field and city officials are "strongly" encouraging ticket holders to use public transportation, and to arrive early.

When Do Gates, Parking Lots Open?

Each day of the show, merchandise sales outside the stadium will begin at 12 p.m. in four locations, Soldier Field says. Parking lots open at 2 p.m., and show gates open at 4:30 p.m.

The show is slated to begin at 6:30 p.m., with openers OWEN and Girl in Red Friday and Saturday, and Grace Adams and Muna Sunday.

According to the stadium, Swift will take the stage around 8 p.m., with a set that lasts for at least three hours.

If you didn't already buy a parking spot at Soldier Field for the show, you're out of luck.

"Parking lots are currently sold out from the advance sales of parking," Soldier Field says. However, some lots nearby may have spots available.

McCormick Place Lot B, Millennium and South Grant Park garages will be open, with Millennium Park Garage offering a shuttle to and from the stadium. The shuttle will pick up fans at lower Randolph and pick them up at the Metra 18th stairs between 4 p.m. and 1 a.m.

Grant Park South, Grant Park North and Millennium Lakeside Garages won't be offering shuttle service, however.

What Can You Bring In To Soldier Field?

Soldier Field adheres to the NFL bag policy, which limits the size and type of bags that are allowed into stadiums.

Only bags that are "clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12," the NFL says. "No buckles, grommets/hardware or décor can be concealing any part of the bag."

In other words: The bag must literally be all clear.

Posters will be allowed in, Soldier Field says , but cannot exceed 24 inches x 24 inches.

Don't Have a Ticket?

Buyer beware, the Better Business Bureau says.

While many tickets offered for sold-out shows like Swift's may be legitimate, others are not, BBB president and CEO Steve J. Bernas warns .

"One of the first things to do in advance is to be on the lookout for fake websites, tickets, and merchandise," Bernas says. "You don’t want to show up at the gate after waiting months and paying hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars only to find out your ticket is fake."

Make sure you're buying from a verified seller, and use your credit card for any purchases, as it offers the best fraud protection of any payment method.

"There are countless ways for consumers to find tickets online, with online marketplaces, ticket sellers, resellers, and unfortunately, some are rip-offs," Bernas adds.

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According to Bernas, buyers should use "extra caution" when buying tickets sold on online marketplace platforms like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace.

"Buying tickets on these sites from people you do not know is similar to buying tickets in a dark alley," Bernas said. "Scammers are skilled at providing realistic tickets and fake receipts."

Additionally, Soldier Field is asking those without tickets to refrain from coming to the stadium.

"People without tickets are strongly discouraged from coming to the Soldier Field campus," Soldier Field's release states. "No part of the show will be visible and stadium acoustics do not provide any audible quality outside of it."

Will Celebrities Will Be There?

While Hollywood stars, athletes and musicians have been spotted at Swift's previous shows on the tour , it remains to be seen who might make an appearance at the upcoming Chicago shows.

Some good news, though: one who may not be welcome at Soldier Field already took in a show his new home stadium in Foxborough, New Jersey .

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What are the cheapest Taylor Swift Amsterdam tickets going for?

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The Tortured Poet is headed to the Venice of the North.

From July 4-6, Taylor Swift will bring her ongoing, international ‘Eras Tour’ to Amsterdam, NIL’s Johan Cruijff Arena.

She’ll be joined by special guest Paramore at all three gigs.

And, if you’ve held out until the last minute to buy tickets, you’re in luck.

When our team last reported on ‘Eras Tour’ ticket prices back in April, the lowest price we could find on tickets for her Amsterdam shows was a whopping $776 USD before fees on Vivid Seats.

Now, a little over two months later, prices start at $275 before fees at the time of publication.

Yes, that’s over $500 (!) in savings.

Sometimes “all of this silence and patience, pining in anticipation” as Tay Tay sings in “Dress,” really does pay off.

Want to see Swift do her thing live on Ajax’s home turf?

We’ve got everything you need to know and more about Taylor Swift’s three Amsterdam ‘Eras Tour’ concerts below.

All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.

A complete calendar including all ‘Eras Tour’ Johan Cruijff Arena concert dates and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here:

(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout .)

Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. 

They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event.

Post-“Tortured Poet’s Department” release, Swift has incorporated the new album into her shows.

For a closer look, here’s what Tay Tay played at her final Paris concert at La Defense Arena, according to  Set List FM :

01.) “Miss Americana & the Heartbreak Prince”

02.) “Cruel Summer”

03.) “The Man”

04.) “You Need to Calm Down”

05.) “Lover”

06.) “Fearless”

07.) “You Belong With Me”

08.) “Love Story”

10. )”We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”

11.) “I Knew You Were Trouble”

12.) “All Too Well”

13.) “Enchanted”

14.) “…Ready for It?”

15.) “Delicate”

16.) “Don’t Blame Me”

17.) “Look What You Made Me Do”

folklore / evermore

18.) “cardigan”

19.) “betty”

20.) “champagne problems”

21.) “august”

22.) “illicit affairs”

23.) “my tears ricochet”

24.) “marjorie”

25.) “willow”

26.) “Style”

27.) “Blank Space”

28.) “Shake It Off”

29.) “Wildest Dreams”

30.) “Bad Blood”

THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT

31.) “Female Rage: The Musical” (contains elements of “MBOBHFT”, “WAfoLOM?”, “loml”, “So Long, London” & “BDILH”)

32.) “But Daddy I Love Him / So High School”

33.) “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?”

34.) “Down Bad”

35.) “Fortnight”

36.) “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived”

37.) “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart”

Surprise Songs

38.) “The Alchemy / Treacherous”

39.) “Begin Again”

40.) “Lavender Haze”

41.) “Anti‐Hero”

42.) “Midnight Rain”

43.) “Vigilante Shit”

44.) “Bejeweled”

45.) “Mastermind”

46.) “Karma”

Our team has been following the ‘Eras Tour’ closely over the past year.

Over the past few months, we spoke to a Swiftie who  shared some helpful tips  about seeing Taylor live, reported on  dropping ticket prices , and  came up with a list of all the most exciting fan trends .

Swift’s  “The Tortured Poets Department”  was released at midnight (and subsequently at 2 a.m.) on Friday, April 19.

While every listener will likely come away with their own favorites, we particularly enjoyed the sleek, synthy “Fortnight,” icy “So Long, London,” anthemic “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart,” a bombastic slow build of “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” and gorgeously arranged “Chloe or Sam or Sophia or Marcus.”

If you want to give it a spin — if you’e one of the few people on the planet that hasn’t already, that is — you can find “The Tortured Poets Department”  here .

The Hayley Williams-fronted pop-punk rockers are opening for Swift from May through August this year. This may come as a bit of a surprise to some fans considering that the group mounted a successful arena tour of their own in 2023.

That tour came on the heels of Paramore’s 2022 reunion; Prior to that, the band had been on a five-year hiatus.

For fans who want to check out their latest, their 2023 album “This Is Why” can be heard  here .

Although it will cost an arm and a leg (sometimes more!) to see Swift live this year, there are much more affordable — likely stateside — concerts you can attend this year.

Here are just five of our favorite artists you won’t want to miss live.

•  Olivia Rodrigo

•  Kacey Musgraves

•  Pink

•  Gracie Abrams

•  Billie Eilish

Who else is on the road this year? Check out our list of the  50 biggest concert tours in 2024  to find out.

This article was written by Matt Levy , New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed Bruce Springsteen and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.

Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase.

Drop everything now. Taylor Swift just announced 3 shows in Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium

Indianapolis is getting back together with Taylor Swift.

Swift surprised fans when she added dates to her Eras tour , which has been sold out at every venue.

The Indianapolis dates are at Lucas Oil Stadium on Nov. 1, 2 and 3, 2024.

'OH MY GOD INDIANAPOLIS': Fans react to Taylor Swift's 3 shows at Lucas Oil Stadium

Swift on Thursday announced the three-night run as part of a tour expansion that also now includes dates in Miami, New Orleans and Toronto.

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The news comes as the tour sweeps through the US, having launched in March in Arizona. It stopped for multiple nights each in Chicago, Detroit, Cincinnati and Kansas City.

Pop singer Gracie Abrams (“Feels Like,” “Rockland”) will open. Abrams, daughter of filmmaker JJ Abrams, released her debut album "Good Riddance” in February.

The tour showcases Swift’s 17-year, 10-album career — encompassing country, pop, folk and alt-rock.

The more than three-hour show goes all out with glam stage outfits, more than a dozen backup dancers, full band and background singers.

Swift's opener and more: Everything we know so far

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Ed Sheeran Announces Mathematics Tour ‘Comes to an End’ in 2025 and Reveals European Tour Dates

The 33-year-old singer said more tour dates for the final leg of tour will be 'announced soon'

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Ed Sheeran ’s Mathematics World Tour is officially coming to an end in 2025. 

On Friday, July 5, the 33-year-old pop star announced the European dates for the last leg of his three-year Mathematics Tour on Instagram . 

“2025 is the end of the Mathematics Tour,” Sheeran said in the Instagram video. “We’re going to be doing big shows in Europe and some more that we’re going to announce soon.”

The “Thinking Out Loud" singer wrote in his caption that he plans to perform in “most of the other places we haven’t been to yet, but the first dates to go up will be the rest of Europe.” 

The European shows will kick off in Madrid on Monday, May 5, 2025 and will continue across the continent in Rome, Italy; Oslo, Norway; Zurich; Stockholm; and Copenhagen. Sheeran will perform his final European show in Dusseldorf, Germany on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. 

The “A-Team” singer first began his Mathematics Tour back in April 2022 in Europe and performed through September 2022. He then took the tour across New Zealand and Australia in February 2023 before he brought the tour stateside in April 2023.  Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.  During his U.S. tour dates , Sheeran tapped artists Khalid , Masie Peters , Russ, Dylan, Cat Burns, and Rosa Linn as openers for select North American dates throughout the tour. After the U.S. leg, Sheeran embarked across and is currently performing in Europe through Sunday, Sept. 8.  While openers for the final European leg of the tour has not been announced yet, tickets for the new tour dates will go on sale on Sheeran’s official website on Wednesday, July 10, with the Rome, Italy tour dates going on sale Friday, July 12.

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See below for a full list of European tour dates below.

May 30, 2025  – Spain, Madrid – Cívitas Metropolitano June 6, 2025 – France, Marseille – Orange Vélodrome Stadium June 14, 2025 – Italy, Rome – T.B.A June 20, 2025  – France, Lille, Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre Mauroy June 29, 2025 – Germany, Stuttgart – MHPArena July 5, 2025 – Germany, Hamburg – Volksparkstadion July 26, 2025 – Norway, Oslo – Ullevaal Stadion August 2, 2025 –  Switzerland, Zürich – Stadion Letzigrund August 8, 2025 – Belgium, Antwerp – Middenvijver Park August 16, 2025 – Poland, Wroclaw – Tarczyński Arena August 23, 2025 – Sweden, Stockholm – Strawberry Arena August 29, 2025 – Denmark, Copenhagen – Øresundsparken August 30, 2025 – Denmark, Copenhagen – Øresundsparken September 5, 2025 – Germany, Dusseldorf – Merkur Spiel-Arena

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There is one European country where Taylor Swift didn't change the economy so far

• Taylor Swift's Eras Tour boosted hotel prices in Portugal, Spain, and Sweden but not France.
• France's larger population and hotel capacity diluted the economic impact of Swift's concerts, analysts said.
• Upcoming shows in smaller European countries may see higher accommodation prices and inflation.

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has made it to five European countries so far. The sold-out shows have boosted accommodation prices everywhere except one country: France.

Among the four countries Swift toured in May , three saw an increase in month-on-month hotel prices this year compared to the last three years, according to a Monday report from BMI, an analytics subsidiary of Fitch Solutions.

Portugal, Spain, and Sweden's hotel prices in May increased several times' their 2021-2023 average. But France saw a drop in accommodation inflation. The researchers did not analyze this month's shows in the UK .

Researchers at BMI attributed the difference to France's larger population and greater hotel capacity compared with the other tour stops, which may dilute the impact of the American pop star's concerts.

The 290,000 people who attended the six shows split between Paris and Lyon only make up 0.43% of the French population.

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"France regularly hosts large events and has a very well-developed tourism industry and airports, suggesting strong capacity to host large numbers of domestic and international arrivals," the researchers wrote in the note. The country is weeks away from the summer Olympics kickoff.

But upcoming Swift shows in the Netherlands, Ireland, Austria, and Switzerland all have the potential to boost prices, given that those countries' populations are all under 20 million, the report noted. Swift's current tour takes her to 51 shows across 18 European cities.

The Eras tour has had a massive economic impact on other countries. The concerts rally tens of thousands of fans who spend big on restaurants, lodging, and visiting local attractions . Some Swifties will travel hours — and across countries — to attend a concert.

In the US, where the singer performed 53 shows, about 600 concertgoers surveyed by QuestionPro said they spent $1,300, on average. Swift has been mentioned on companies' earnings calls to explain demand upticks and by the Philadelphia Federal Reserve, which highlighted post-pandemic record hotel demand from her stop.

MBI analysts looking at US data found that concertgoers can spend four times the gross costs of tickets, affecting inflation in local economies. In Chicago, Eras tour dates led to 96.8% hotel room occupancy, an all-time high for the city, per the BMI report.

The fanfare is alive across the world. Swift doesn't perform in Italy until mid-July, but hotels in Milan are already booked and busy.

"Our analysis and data shows that hotel prices in Milan are on average 45% higher for the nights of Taylor Swift's shows in the city in July 2024, compared to the weeks before and after the show," Ben Julius, the founder of a tourism company called Tourist Italy, told Business Insider.

Earlier this year, Singapore's government incentives of nearly $3 million per show to get Swift to perform in the city-state sparked controversy and led to inter-regional political debate.

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