Taylor Swift thrilled fans with the addition of performances from her latest album The Tortured Poets Department when she kicked off the European leg of The Eras Tour in Paris on Thursday, May 9, 2024. She jokingly called that section of the show Female Rage: The Musical. Most concertgoers already knew and sang along to every word of all the songs she sang from the album even though it was released just a few weeks earlier on April 19. Such is the power of Swift.

In her long career of riveting live shows, her stunning performance of “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?” may very well be her masterpiece so far. Swift is enjoying unprecedented success with her latest albums and tour, which showcase how she can tell a story like no other artist. Both her singing voice and her literary voice are stronger than ever, and it’s joyful to watch Swift embody and embrace her mightiness as a performer.

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It’s no wonder many fans are willing to travel hundreds or even thousands of miles for the chance to see Taylor Swift perform live. Since tickets sold out so quickly for the few remaining U.S. tour dates and resellers are aware of the intense demand, some fans discovered it was more doable to attend one of her international shows.

So, many fans in the U.S. and other countries have decided to make a vacation out of going to The Eras Tour in Europe this summer. If you are among them, here’s some advice on how to make the most of your international adventure.

Consider Your Lodging and Transportation Choices First

Before buying a ticket, be sure that you will have accommodations available. If you can book a hotel that’s within walking distance of a stadium and know the area is safe, that is ideal. Otherwise, check bus and train schedules for the night of your venue, then look at hotels that might be close to bus or train stops.

With tens of thousands of fellow concertgoers leaving at the same time, transportation can get tricky. If you book a room that’s farther from the venue, try to get a rental car instead of vying for a taxi or rideshare after the show. If you do that, just be sure parking will be available. You may need to buy a parking pass from the venue.

Also be aware that hotel room prices skyrocket when Swift is in town because there is such a high demand. If you are renting a car and don’t mind a longer drive, you can save a lot of money by booking a hotel room that’s a longer drive from the venue.

Enjoy The Moment

Amy Wilkinson, a 49-year-old Swiftie from Tucson, AZ, went viral in December 2023 for her reenactments of The Eras Tour performances using Elf on the Shelf dolls. She posted them to her Instagram, @Tswizzle_Momma, and found thousands of people watching each time she posted her videos. Like many other Swifties in the US, she is flying to Europe for The Eras Tour.

Wilkinson told me she had this advice for fellow fans going to the show abroad, “Enjoy the entire experience, from the moment you get on the plane until the morning after. You may be going for the concert, but the memories are made in the details. See the sights. Enjoy the food. Meet other Swifties. This is at the heart of what international travel is about.”

Make The Friendship Bracelets

Rebecca Bartley, a Swiftie from Nova Scotia, Canada, is going to Sweden to see The Eras Tour. She advises bringing friendship bracelets to share with fellow concertgoers on the night of your show. Wilkinson suggested making friendship bracelets in the language of the country where you’ll be seeing the show.

It’s easy to learn how to make friendship bracelets. I had never dabbled in making jewelry before, but now I find great joy in creating friendship bracelets. I created dozens and handed them to fans at The Eras Tour movie.

To make friendship bracelets, I start by choosing the colors I want and which word or phrase I want the bracelet to express. Then I choose colorful beads and pick out all the necessary letter beads.

Next, I cut off elastic string. I find it’s best to use Stretch Magic elastic string because of its strength and durability. To make the bracelets, I cut off a piece of string that’s twice as long as I need so that there is ample room for cutting and tying multiple knots.

Then I tape one end of the string to my workspace, string the beads I have set aside until I feel like the bracelet is complete. Being careful to not let any of the beads slide off the string, I then wrap it around my wrist to see how it fits and then consider whether I am making the bracelet for a wrist that’s likely larger or smaller than mine. (Also, with elastic string, there’s room for a flexible fit.) I adjust accordingly.

As a last step, I make four to five knots in the string to tie off the bracelet. Many fans choose to add a dab of fabric glue to the end of the knot, but I found that got really messy and wasn’t necessary if you make multiple knots. Then I tuck the knots into one of the beads so that it doesn’t show on the bracelet. Then the bracelet is concert-ready!

Keep in mind that there are a lot of other ways to make friendship bracelets that are for more involved and creative that mine. And, if the idea of making friendship bracelets doesn’t sound fun to you, don’t worry. You can buy premade friendship bracelets on Etsy. Some Etsy shops like RainFoxx13 and BonniesBracelet have elaborate, beautiful friendship bracelets that you may want to keep for yourself. Others sell packs of friendship bracelets in bulk.

If you don’t want to trade friendship bracelets, that’s okay, too. The Swiftie community is accepting and supportive, and you still may get several bracelets as gifts.

What To Wear To The Eras Tour

There are no rules for what you should wear to Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour beyond the guidelines from the venue. Some fans go casual, and others choose to dress to the nines for the show. Some fans choose to wear merch from Taylor Swift’s official store. Many fans choose to dress up in costumes inspired by Swift’s songs and lyrics.

With the release of The Tortured Poets Department and its video “Fortnight,” some fans are choosing to imitate some of her looks from the video. Others are wearing their interpretation of the incredible costumes she wears during The Eras Tour concert. Others look at past eras for inspiration. You are likely to see every era represented in fan costumes at a show.

What You Should Bring To The Eras Tour In Europe

Wilkinson advised me that the number one thing to bring is a portable phone charger. If you plan on recording video and taking photos, your phone’s battery may die down quickly, and a phone charger can ensure you can keep capturing the memories all night.

Earplugs are a good idea if you’re sensitive to loud noise. If you’re bringing kids along, they are a must. They ensure you can enjoy the music while protecting your ears.

Bring along a cardigan or jacket. Layering is a good idea for a concert during the summer. Although it may be hot in the stadium, you might be chilly on the way home from the show.

You can’t go wrong bringing along hand sanitizer and a travel pack of tissues. Even if you can get through “All Too Well” without tearing up, you may cry at the sheer excitement of the experience. It can be intense in the best way.

If you have tickets that are far back, bring along binoculars to see close-up details.

What To Avoid At The Eras Tour

Don’t come to the stadium with a big bag. If you haven’t attended stadium concerts before, you may not know that you need to carry a clear bag if you want to bring a purse. It also has to fit within the measurements allowed in the stadium, so you can’t just buy a clear backpack and expect to get in the show. Check with your show’s venue to make sure you follow their rules for what you can bring.

What Are The Dates Of The Eras Tour 2024 In Europe?

Taylor Swift started the European leg of The Eras Tour in Paris on May 9, 2024. Here are all the dates for The Eras Tour that are scheduled for the rest of 2024.

Thursday, May 9, 2024 – París La Défense Arena – Paris, France

Friday, May 10, 2024 – París La Défense Arena – Paris, France

Saturday, May 11, 2024 – París La Défense Arena – Paris, France

Sunday, May 12, 2024 – París La Défense Arena – Paris, France

Friday, May 17, 2024 – Friends Arena – Stockholm, Sweden

Saturday, May 18, 2024 – Friends Arena – Stockholm, Sweden

Sunday, May 19, 2024 – Friends Arena – Stockholm, Sweden

Friday, May 24, 2024 – Estádio da Luz – Lisbon, Portugal

Saturday, May 25. 2024 – Estádio da Luz – Lisbon, Portugal

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – Estádio Santiago Bernabéu – Madrid, Spain

Thursday, May 30, 2024 – Estádio Santiago Bernabéu – Madrid, Spain

Sunday, June 2, 2024 – Groupama Stadium – Lyon, France

Monday, June 3, 2024 – Groupama Stadium – Lyon, France

Friday, June 7, 2024 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium – Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Saturday, June 8, 2024 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium – Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium – Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Thursday, June 13, 2024 – Anfield Stadium – Liverpool, United Kingdom

Friday, June 14, 2024 – Anfield Stadium – Liverpool, United Kingdom

Saturday, June 15, 2024 – Anfield Stadium – Liverpool, United Kingdom

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 – Principality Stadium – Cardiff, United Kingdom

Friday, June 21, 2024 – Wembley Stadium in London, United Kingdom

Saturday, June 22, 2024 – Wembley Stadium in London, United Kingdom

Sunday, June 23, 2024 – Wembley Stadium in London, United Kingdom

Friday, June 28, 2024 – Aviva Stadium – Dublin, Ireland

Saturday, June 29, 2024 – Aviva Stadium – Dublin, Ireland

Sunday, June 30, 2024 – Aviva Stadium – Dublin, Ireland

Thursday, July 4, 2024 – Johan Cruijff Arena – Amsterdam, Netherlands

Friday, July 5, 2024 – Johan Cruijff Arena – Amsterdam, Netherlands

Saturday, July 6, 2024 – Johan Cruijff Arena – Amsterdam, Netherlands

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 – Stadion Letzigrund Zurich – Zürich, Switzerland

Wednesday, July 20, 2024 – Stadion Letzigrund Zurich – Zürich, Switzerland

Saturday, July 13, 2024 – San Siro Stadium – Milan, Italy

Sunday, July 14, 2024 – San Siro Stadium – Milan, Italy

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 – Veltins-Arena – Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Thursday, July 18, 2024 – Veltins-Arena – Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Friday, July 19, 2024 – Veltins-Arena – Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 – Volksparkstadion – Hamburg, Germany

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 – Volksparkstadion – Hamburg, Germany

Saturday, July 27, 2024 – Olympiastadion – Munich, Germany

Sunday, July 28, 2024 – Olympiastadion – Munich, Germany

Thursday, August 1, 2024 – PGE Narodowy – Warsaw, Poland

Friday, August 2, 2024 – PGE Narodowy – Warsaw, Poland

Saturday, August 3, 2024 – PGE Narodowy – Warsaw, Poland

Thursday, August 8, 2024 – Ernst-Happel-Stadion – Vienna, Austria

Friday, August 9, 2024 – Ernst-Happel-Stadion – Vienna, Austria

Saturday, August 10, 2024 – Ernst-Happel-Stadion – Vienna, Austria

Thursday, August 15, 2024 – Wembley Stadium – London, United Kingdom

Friday, August 16, 2024 – Wembley Stadium – London, United Kingdom

Saturday, August 17, 2024 – Wembley Stadium – London, United Kingdom

Monday, August 19, 2024 – Wembley Stadium – London, United Kingdom

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 – Wembley Stadium – London, United Kingdom

Friday, October 18, 2024 – Hard Rock Stadium – Miami, Florida, United States

Saturday, October 19, 2024 – Hard Rock Stadium – Miami, Florida, United States

Sunday, October 20, 2024 – Hard Rock Stadium – Miami, Florida, United States

Friday, October 25, 2024 – Caesars Superdome – New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Saturday, October 26, 2024 – Caesars Superdome – New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Sunday, October 27, 2024 – Caesars Superdome – New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Friday, November 1, 2024 – Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Saturday, November 2, 2024 – Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Sunday, November 3, 2024 – Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Thursday, November 14, 2024 – Rogers Centre – Toronto, Canada

Friday, November 15, 2024 – Rogers Centre – Toronto, Canada

Saturday, November 16, 2024 – Rogers Centre – Toronto, Canada

Thursday, November 22, 2024 – Rogers Centre – Toronto, Canada

Friday, November 22, 2024 – Rogers Centre – Toronto, Canada

Saturday, November 23, 2024 – Rogers Centre – Toronto, Canada

Friday, December 6, 2024 – BC Place – Vancouver, Canada

Saturday, December 7, 2024 – BC Place – Vancouver, Canada

Sunday, December 8, 2024 – BC Place – Vancouver, Canada

For more information about the forthcoming shows, see the tour page of Taylor Swift’s official website.

How To Get Taylor Swift Tickets In 2024

Tickets have already gone on sale for the rest of the currently confirmed dates of The Eras Tour for 2024. However, you can get secondhand tickets from resellers. It’s usually not a good idea to buy from individuals in Facebook groups offering to sell tickets. That’s hard to verify, and many are scammed that way. Instead, check with the individual venue to see how their resell process works. It varies throughout Europe depending on the country and the individual stadium.





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