On Nov. 1, 2 and 3, Taylor Swift will bring the highest-grossing tour of all time to Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Indianapolis Colts. Indianapolis will be the final stop of Swift’s two-part United States tour before she ends her world tour on December 8 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Gracie Abrams will be opening for her Indianapolis shows. Abrams’ new album “The Secret of Us” debuted at number one on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart and even included a track featuring Taylor Swift. It is no surprise that many students will be attending the concerts.
If you are looking for something to do to get in the mood for Swift’s arrival you will find many opportunities coming up. Lots of businesses in the area are taking these opportunities to host Taylor Swift themed parties and activities.The Indianapolis Children’s Museum has dressed up the outdoor dinosaurs with Taylor themed bracelets and signs. They will also be hosting a “Swiftie Par-TAY” on Nov. 1, 2 and 3.The Indiana State Museum is also hosting a “TAY/gate” on Nov. 1, 2 and 3 as well acting as a Swiftie tailgate before the concerts.Carmel is hosting a “Shake It Off Fest” at the Midtown Plaza on Nov. 2 with different activities such as friendship bracelet making, karaoke and eras-themed cider boxes.Victory Field is hosting a pre-concert party on Nov 1, 2 and 3 titled the “Baseb(All) Too Well” party, featuring themed photo booths, friendship bracelet trading and group sing-alongs.According to event officials, there will also be a “We Are Never Getting Back Together” nacho bar, a “Fearless” fried chicken tender station and more available for all attendees. These events are ensured to get Swifties ready for the arrival of The Eras Tour.
Fans are also preparing in other ways, like freshman Hadley Ginther, who is attending night three of The Eras Tour in Indianapolis.
“I have been making a ton of different bracelets to wear and trade on concert night,” Ginther said. “I also have already bought my outfit and thought through my hair and other accessories for the night.”
Swifties are known for their elaborate outfits inspired by Swift’s songs, albums, music videos or iconic moments. They have also created a movement in the creation and trading of friendship bracelets at and outside of the concerts.
“I am most excited to sing along with Taylor and trade bracelets with everyone.” Ginther said. “My favorite Taylor Swift era right now is Folklore!”
Swift’s concerts are known for drawing huge crowds of adoring, passionate fans that are sure to rock Indianapolis over the next few weeks.
