Taylor Swift is preparing to bring her Eras Tour to Cardiff after her final night performing in Liverpool. The hitmaker has been wooing fans in the English city and in Edinburgh on her UK leg of the tour.
The Eras Tour sees the American singer, 34, perform for more than three hours to thousands of fans. Crooning more than 45 songs from her back catalogue, the Anti-Hero singer leaves her fans stunned as she sings and dances non-stop, in all weathers – whether that be rain, shine, or bitterly cold British wind.
After Saturday night’s performance her team will now set their sights on Cardiff’s Principality Stadium for Tuesday’s gig (June 18). Taylor will then perform another trio of shows at London’s Wembley Arena (June 21, 22, 23), before heading further afield throughout Europe.
The artist is currently one of the world’s biggest music acts and, as it stands today, the biggest female touring act in the world and, as of 2019 has sold 200m records sold worldwide. She’s recorded 11 studio albums and rerecorded four of those, Fearless, Red, Speak Now and 1989 after a dispute with Big Machine Records with who she was signed between 2005 and 2017.
She released her latest record, The Tortured Poet’s Department in April, ahead of restarting The Eras Tour in Europe. It instantly broke records including becoming the highest single-day and single-week global streams for an album on Spotify and topped the charts in territories across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, breaking chart records in Australia, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Now Taylor is en route to Wales and bringing her team including support Paramore, to the Principality. Get your limited edition Taylor Swift OK! glossy mag here
For all the build-up to big night, weather reports and fans’ reactions scroll down:
Updates Available
17:35Kathryn Williams
Meanwhile in Cardiff…..
At the Principality Stadium, there’s been some activity, setting up the queuing system and barriers.
We’ve also spotted some merch stalls going up and we’ll have more photos as we get them from the heart of Cardiff, which looks pretty sunny this Sunday evening.
There’s been no official word from the Stadium with regards to camping yet, last year, ahead of the Harry Styles show at the venue, fans were encouraged not to camp on the “stadium footprint” as there were no overnight facilities.
This is what they said in full: “For safeguarding reasons camping on the stadium footprint is strictly forbidden and queuing will be facilitated on show days only, therefore we strongly encourage fans to make alternative arrangements for overnight stays.”
Outside the Principality Stadium as preparations begin for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour coming to town (Image: Stephanie Colderick)
17:28Kathryn Williams
An update from Taylor and her team
Taylor fan account The Eras Tour has posted this picture of the singer and her team, taken to mark the 100th show of the tour at Anfield last night.
They look lush and we can’t wait to see them Tuesday in Cardiff.
16:32Kathryn Williams
Don’t forget to check out our Taylor Swift fan guide for Cardiff
Need an emergency The Eras Tour outfit addition from Primark, Claire’s or New Look? Want a quick pre-gig snack at Nando’s or Maccy D’s? We have everything you need to know about shopping, eating and celebrating the gig if you’re a Taylor Swift fan coming to Cardiff.
It’s all here for you.
15:51Kathryn Williams
UPDATE on buying Taylor’s The Eras tour merch early in Cardiff
We’ve had confirmation that fans WITHOUT a ticket CAN go to the Ultilita Arena (on Mary Ann St) and buy merchandise when the stalls open early. Hooray.
Here are those details and, we’ve also been told that the merch at all sites will be the same.
Merchandise will be sold:
Monday, June 17:
• Gate 6 of Principality Stadium (10am – 8pm)
• Utilita Arena (10am – 8pm)
Tuesday, June 18:
Before entering the stadium, merchandise can be purchased from:
• Gate 6 & Gate 1 of Principality Stadium (10am – After show)
• Westgate Street retail unit (From midday – After show)
• Utilita Arena (10am – 8pm)
15:03Kathryn Williams
Can you still get tickets for Taylor in Cardiff on Tuesday?
As South Wales Police warn of ticket fraud ahead of the gig, see here, there are ways to get tickets this late. But you need to keep some things in mind.
Just over a week before the Cardiff date, a number of ‘partially obstructed limited view’ tickets were released for the show. These are typically initially held back by event organisers before they know just how much of the stadium’s seated capacity will be taken up by the set. Now that the UK tour is in full swing and production staff know how much space is needed they have been made available. Fans who registered for tickets last year but missed out may receive a code from Ticketmaster to enter the site’s queue. Hopefuls will only be able to purchase last minute tickets through official sites with a code.
You could also try and get tickets through third party resale sites such as Viagogo and VividSeats. It is important to stress that many event promoters say tickets should not be resold after initial purchase and will not be valid for admittance to gigs.
Fans attending live events with tickets acquired through resale websites are advised to double check the ticket terms and conditions at the point of sale.
Viagogo and Vividseats disclaimer
Sites such as Viagogo and Vivid Seats allow fans to buy resale tickets from other fans. However, it is important to note that many event promoters say tickets should not be resold after initial purchase and will not be valid for admittance to gigs.
Fans attending live events with tickets acquired through resale websites are advised to double-check the ticket terms and conditions at the point of sale – such as Ticketmaster or Live Nation – to ensure a smooth live event experience. Tickets could be voided if they were found to be bought second-hand. As a result, fans are buying at their own risk.
With that said, Viagogo also commented: “Viagogo is a regulated marketplace where fans have the guarantee.”
14:40Kathryn Williams
Calling all Tail-or fans with doggos!
Check this bit of merch out! From Cardiff’s Rescue Hotel for dogs, this special T-shirt features residents past and present and has been designed by one of the charity’s volunteers.
Cool idea to base the limited number of Ts on Tay’s Eras Tour merch.
14:09Chiara Rinaldi
Fans spotted in Travis Kelce jerseys
Another popular look with fans at gigs so far has been the less sparkly outfit of a NFL jersey. Fans have been spotted wearing the shirt of Taylor’s boyfriend Travis Kelce. The superstar American football player hasn’t been seen at any UK gigs so far, but could Cardiff be the one? He could always stay over with his mate Louis Rees Zammit. Find out more about the jerseys here, should you fancy one.
13:31Chiara Rinaldi
It’s the yeast she could do
It has been revealed that Taylor Swift (well, Taylor’s people) ordered a massive Domino’s pizza delivery mid-show in Liverpool. Fans spotted it being delivered to the stage and the crew seemed to be enjoying it. While in Scotland, she was reported to have hired Greggs to cater for her crew. What do you think she’ll go for in Cardiff? We’d recommend a Fresh baguette or salad from Sage Deli personally.
13:03Chiara Rinaldi
BREAKING: Police investigating ‘large-scale ticket fraud’
We’ve had news just in that South Wales Police are investigating allegations of ‘significant ticket fraud’ involving WhatsApp groups ahead of the Taylor Swift concert. They are warning fans to be aware. Full story here. Have you been affected? Get in touch with us at [email protected]
12:28Chiara Rinaldi
Could Taylor be on her way to Wales?
Taylor Swift’s whereabouts have been unknown in Liverpool this week – but this lunchtime a big security presence has been spotted outside one of the city’s luxury hotels. They did well to keep that quiet! Read the story here. We wonder where she’ll stay tonight. There have been reports that the superstar is renting out this luxury cottage in the Cotswolds. We’re pretty sure it’s not the Travelodge anyway.
12:02Chiara Rinaldi
We never go out of style
We can’t wait to see your outfits. Look out for WalesOnline photographers this week who will be on the streets of Cardiff capturing you in all your sparkliness/floralness . Most of you will have had your outfit planned for months – but if you need some last minute inspiration/motivation/confidence, then just take a look at the fans in Liverpool. This gallery is from our colleagues over at the Liverpool Echo. Show us your favourite era, Cardiff!
11:29Chiara Rinaldi
Get your moves in order
There’s a lot learn. But fear not, because we’ve rounded up an unofficial guide to all the moves and singalongs you need to know so you can join in on Tuesday evening – including what to do and when to do it. Obviously a lot of you Swifties will know this already. Check out our guide here to be sure. Our first tip is for when she sings Fearless. For this ritual, it’s the end of the bridge you need to look out for. When Taylor sings: “It’s the first kiss, it’s flawless, really something / It’s fearless,” you should put your hands up in a heart shape. This is actually one of the oldest traditions and one that Swift herself started, when she first did it at her 2010 Fearless tour.
10:50Chiara Rinaldi
Al the famous faces on the UK tour so far
Jurgen Klopp wearing a pink cowboy hat inside Anfield during the first show of Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ at the stadium(Image: Instagram/kloppo)
So Liverpool saw a return to Anfield for Jurgen Klopp! Other celebrities spotted on Taylor’s UK tour so far have included Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Catriona Balfe in Edinburgh, along with swimmer Ellie Simmonds in Liverpool. We’re wondering which famous faces we may see in the crowd at Cardiff. We’d love to know your predictions!
10:12Chiara Rinaldi
Will the roof be open or closed?
The Principality Stadium is the only venue on Taylor Swift’s UK tour with a retractable roof. And we can confirm it will be CLOSED on Tuesday evening. So Taylor needn’t worry about getting drenched in the rain, as we’ve seen at previous stops of the Eras tour of North America. So no need to bring a brolly. And having been at the Pink concert on Tuesday night, we can confirm that despite the cold June we’ve been enduring, the temperature was nice and toasty. So, no need to worry about your covering up your sparkly outfit either.
09:47Chiara Rinaldi
Still looking for tickets?
As we all know, tickets have been hard to come for some – unless you’re prepared to spend mega bucks. But some fans – with a code – may still find tickets on Ticketmaster. We spotted some with a restricted view earlier this week. More on that here. But a word of warning, there are scammers out there, so be careful if you’re not going through the official channels. This is Aimee, Fleur and Maisy – and they are gutted. They lost £620 between them trying to buy tickets. You can read their story here.
From left: Aimee, Fleur and Maisy have been left gutted about the ordeal(Image: Aimee Brough)
09:22Chiara Rinaldi
Cruel summer? Here’s the latest on the weather
The weather forecast is now looking a bit better for Tuesday. The Met Office is predicting highs of 19°C at 4pm with sunshine, dipping to 16°C by 10pm. And there’s less than a 5% chance of rain. We’ll keep you posted as we get closer, but it looks like your sequins will be safe! The day will be largely sunny with a bit of cloud.
08:43Chiara Rinaldi
Good morning! We’re getting a little excited…
Liverpool is over… which means one thing. Taylor and co are on their way to Wales! It’s now just 48 hours to go until the gig and we expect fans to start arriving in the next 24 hours. We’ll also be keeping an eye out for the Taylor entourage. If you spot the trucks, we’d love to see your pics. Send them to us at [email protected] Last night Taylor promised Liverpool she would return to the city but we now know the Eras tour will be coming to an end later this year.
22:43Kathryn Williams
An AWESOME picture of Taylor from Liverpool’s final show
We’ll see you tomorrow morning for more updates ahead of Taylor’s move to Cardiff for Tuesday’s show.
22:38Kathryn Williams
SURPRISE SONG ALERT! It’s a new TTPD track
Our pals up in Liverpool have shared that Taylor’s surprise songs from the final night at Anfield feature a The Tortured Poet’s Department track.
Her second mash-up of the night was The Manuscript which is the first time she has ever played TTPD song live. She performed it in a medley with Red – in a nod to Liverpool FC.
Before that she performed a mash-up of Carolina from Where The Crawdads Sing soundtrack and no body, no crime.
21:58Kathryn Williams
Joe Alwyn opens up about break up with Taylor
In an interview with The Sunday Times, actor Joe Alwyn has opened up about the “difficulties” he faced following his split with Taylor Swift.
Alwyn was in a relationship with the 34-year-old pop sensation from 2016 to 2023, and reflected on their breakup when probed about whether Swift’s latest album ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ drew inspiration from their separation. Speaking to The Sunday Times Style Magazine, he shared insights into the challenges that arose from the conclusion of his “loving, fully committed relationship”.
You can read more, here.
(Image: BANG Showbiz.)
21:12Kathryn Williams
Just a reminder!
You can get ourlimited edition Taylor Swift OK! glossy mag here and you can buy it in shops, too!
In this special collector’s edition of OK!, we take a look at the singer’s incredible rise to stardom – from her humble beginnings as an aspiring country singer to her transformation into an international pop icon.
20:36Kathryn Williams
What’s happening up in Liverpool?
Taylor came onstage at 7.30pm on the dot as predicted by the team up at Anfield. She’s wearing her pink and blue bodysuit. After finishing Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince she tells the crowd “oh hi” and continues into Cruel Summer.
One breakthrough star of her show is dancer, Kam, who’s known for tailoring his part in Never Ever Getting Back Together to whatever city he’s in. On Saturday he treated crowds to his Scouse accent.
During We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together – Kam said “jog on lad.”
On Friday he switched out the final line for “eee, get on your bike” in a decent Scouse accent.
And it went down incredibly well, with the crowd erupting into huge cheers.
Suggestions for what Kam could say in Cardiff totally welcome in the comments by the way. Get posting!
18:59Kathryn Williams
Cardiff’s got a reputation (wink) to keep up on Tuesday
So, last night in Liverpool Taylor paid tribute to the crowd and I think Cardiff can do way better (no offence to the Scouse massive, we do love you.)
After singing Champagne Problems, Taylor was so moved she took her earpieces out and stopped performing as she took in how loud the crowd were cheering her, reported our pals at the Liverpool Echo. After a couple of minutes, she said: “Wow. This is one of the most expressive, genuine, generous crowds I’ve ever been in front of. I’ve made so many best friends out here tonight. I am so lucky to get to play a show for people like you and to get to meet you.”
What do you think, Wales? We can show her some Welsh love, I think! Let’s do this!
18:08Kathryn Williams
Friendship bracelet event on Monday in Cardiff
The day before the concert kicks off, the city is guaranteed to be bustling with Swifties coming into Cardiff from all over. And as we all know they love any opportunity to make friends by making bracelets together.
The Old Arcadein Church Street is holding an event from 11am-4pm on Monday, June 17, where everyone can come together to celebrate all things Taylor Swift, make the all-important friendship bracelets, and ensure they are in the moment and ready for the gig the day after. Entry is free and there will be Taylor Swift-themed cocktails, cardboard cutouts of the Grammy-winning singer, and a singalong.
17:18Kathryn Williams
Every surprise song that Taylor has performed on the Eras tour so far in 2024
2024 Eras Tour surprise songsTokyo, Japan (Feb 7) – ‘Dear Reader’ and ‘Holy Ground’Tokyo, Japan (Feb 8) – ‘Eyes Open’ and ‘Electric Touch’Tokyo, Japan (Feb 9) – ‘Superman’ and ‘The Outside’Tokyo, Japan (Feb 10) – ‘Come In With The Rain’ and ‘You’re On Your Own, Kid’Melbourne, Australia (Feb 16) – ‘Red’ and ‘You’re Losing Me’Melbourne, Australia (Feb 17) – ‘Getaway Car/August/The Other Side of the Door’ and ‘this is me trying’Melbourne, Australia (Feb 18) – ‘Come Back…Be Here/Daylight’ and ‘Teardrops On My Guitar’Sydney, Australia (Feb 23) – ‘How You Get The Girl’ and ‘White Horse/Coney Island’ with Sabrina CarpenterSydney, Australia (Feb 24) – ‘Should’ve Said No/You’re Not Sorry’ and ‘New Year’s Day/Peace’Sydney, Australia (Feb 25) – ‘Is It Over Now?/I Wish You Would’ and ‘Haunted/Exile’Sydney, Australia (Feb 26) – ‘Would’ve Could’ve Should’ve/Ivy’ and ‘Forever & Always/Maroon’Singapore, SG (Mar 2) – ‘Mine/Starlight’ and ‘I Don’t Wanna Live Forever/Dress’Singapore, SG (Mar 3) – ‘Long Story Short/The Story of Us’ and ‘Clean/Evermore’Singapore, SG (Mar 4) – ‘Foolish One/Tell Me Why’ and ‘This Love/Call It What You Want’Singapore, SG (Mar 7) – ‘Death By A Thousand Cuts/Babe’ and ‘Fifteen/You’re On Your Own, Kid’Singapore, SG (Mar 8) – ‘Sparks Fly/Gold Rush’ and ‘False God/Slut!’Singapore, SG (Mar 9) – ‘Tim McGraw/Cowboy Like Me’ and ‘Mirrorball/Epiphany’Paris, France (May 9) – ‘Paris’ and ‘loml’Paris, France (May 10) – ‘Is It Over Now?/Out Of The Woods’ and ‘My Boy Only Breaks His Favourite Toys’Paris, France (May 11) – ‘Hey Stephen’ and ‘Maroon’Paris, France (May 12) – ‘The Alchemy/Treacherous’ and ‘Begin Again/Paris’Stockholm, Sweden (May 17) – ‘I Think He Knows/Gorgeous/’ and ‘Peter’Stockholm, Sweden (May 18) – ‘Guilty As Sin?’ and ‘Say Don’t Go/Welcome To New York/Clean’Stockholm, Sweden (May 19) – ‘Message In A Bottle/How You Get The Girl/New Romantics’ and ‘How Did It End?’Lisbon, Portugal (May 24) – ‘Come Back…Be Here/The Way I Loved You/The Other Side of the Door’ and ‘Fresh Out The Slammer/High Infidelity’Lisbon, Portugal (May 25) – ‘The Tortured Poets Department/Now That We Don’t Talk’ and ‘You’re On Your Own, Kid/Long Live’Madrid, Spain (May 29) – ‘Sparks Fly/I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)’ and ‘I Look In People’s Windows/Snow on the Beach’Madrid, Spain (May 30) – ‘Our Song/Jump Then Fall’ and ‘King of my Heart’Lyon, France (June 2) – ‘The Prophecy/Long Story Short’ and ‘Fifteen/You’re On Your Own, Kid’Lyon, France (June 3) – ‘Glitch/Everything Has Changed’ and ‘Chloe, Sam, Sophia or Marcus’Edinburgh, UK (June 7) – ‘Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve/I Know Places’ and ”Tis The Damn Season/Daylight’Edinburgh, UK (June 8) – ‘The Bolter/Getaway Car’ and ‘All Of The Girls You Loved Before/Crazier’Edinburgh, UK (June 9) – ‘It’s Nice To Have A Friend/Dorothea’ and ‘Haunted/Exile’Liverpool, UK (June 13) – ‘I Can See You/Mine’ and ‘Cornelia Street/MaroonLiverpool, UK (June 14) – A medley of ‘This Is What You Came For’ and ‘Gold Rush’ and ‘The Great War / You’re Losing Me’
16:54Kathryn Williams
Another gorgeous homemade outfit
These customised butterfly boots are so pretty and the wearer has flown all the way from America to see Taylor at Anfield.
From bracelets to outfits inspired by Taylor’s different albums over the years, Swifties go all out to honour their pop idol. If you’re going to be in Cardiff next week and need anything for your outfits, click our fan guide, here.
So pretty(Image: Colin Lane/Liverpool Echo)
16:26Kathryn Williams
There are some BRILLIANT fan outfits coming in from Liverpool as Taylor plays her final gig ahead of coming to Cardiff
This Taylor fan has properly nailed their Evermore-era outfit. I am totally convinced their favourite song is Ivy from aforementioned album! The shoes have to be the best part, right?
Are you planning on a special outfit for The Eras Tour date in Cardiff? Get in touch at WalesOnline Facebook or we are also on TikTok and Instagram, too.
Check this fan out!(Image: Colin Lane/Liverpool Echo)
15:59Kathryn Williams
Our brilliant fan guide
Are you coming to Cardiff next week for The Eras Tour? If so, we’ve got everything you need to know. From special themed brunches and cocktails named after the woman herself and her songs, to where your nearest Primark and McDonalds are in town – it’s all in our Taylor Swift Ultimate Fan Guide to Cardiff.
You won’t be short of places to visit, eat, drink and shop!
15:20Cathy Owen
What will Cardiff’s surprise song be?
Taylor Swift’s Era’s Tour is a finely-tuned machine. With sets rehearsed to perfection and with thousands of clips from the famous tour going viral on TikTok, fans have a pretty good idea of what to expect for her remaining shows. But one signature part of the Eras Tour is the ‘surprise song’ section, when Taylor strips it down to just her guitar or piano and surprises the crowd at each venue with songs just for them.
There’s been lots of chatter around what songs the Reputation singer will choose to serenade her Wales crowd with when she performs at the Principality Stadium on Tuesday, June 18, including speculation that she will might sing Long Live in a nod to the Welsh flag, as one of the lines includes: “I had the time of my life fighting dragons with you.” What do you think she will sing?
14:18Cathy Owen
Everything you need to know about Cardiff gig
Our team have put together a guide to one of the biggest gigs to ever come to Cardiff.
Click here to find out the stage times, set list, banned items, bag restrictions, road closures, support and more
13:53Cathy Owen
Superfans travelling from all over the world
We have heard lots of reports of fans from America coming to the Cardiff gig because the tickets are cheaper here.
It is the same in Liverpool where reporters from the Liverpool Echo have spoken to 31-year-old Jessica who took an eight-hour flight from Colorado to get to the UK. She says tickets are cheaper here than the US but she has still spent over £1,000 in total on the trip but she doesn’t mind.
Jessica said: “I don’t want to think how much I’ve spent. But it is worth it for Taylor. I don’t regret it at all.”
If you are coming to Cardiff from far afield, we would love to hear from you, email [email protected].
13:08Cathy Owen
Fans told to ‘take cover’
The poor fans who have joined the queue early in Liverpool are not enjoying the weather. As on previous days, hundreds of Swifties got to Anfield very early hoping to either get a good stand spot in front of the stage or get their hands on merchandise from the LFC club shop.
Staff initially began handing out ponchos to fans as many hurried to take shelter from the rain. Some however were worried they would lose their place in the queue to get in.
A few minutes later though, an announcement was made over a loudspeaker which said: “Could all fans please follow stewards to a place under cover. We assure you will not lose your position in the queue.”
Those who were queueing outside the stadium were then moved to take cover from the heavy rain.
12:30Cathy Owen
‘Intriguing’ Louis Rees-Zammit returns to Wales
Louis Rees-Zammit is heading home to Wales, sparking speculation he might be at the concert on Tuesday.
The Welshman announced on Instagram he was making the journey across the pond this weekend as he enjoys a short break from his bid to become an NFL superstar. We will be keeping an eye out for him in the crowds.
Louis Rees-Zammit of the Kansas City Chiefs poses with the flag of Wales (Image: 2024 Luke Hales)
12:11Cathy Owen
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11:42Cathy Owen
‘Biblical’ rain doesn’t put off the fans in Liverpool
Some Swifites have braved the ‘biblical’ rain in Liverpool this morning to get into Anfield first and get first pick of merchandise.
Queues have formed in Pasiley Square by the Main Stand to get into the stadium and outside the club shop.
ECHO reporter Alice walker has posted on X: “Hiding under shelter at Anfield from this biblical rain.”
(Image: Liverpool Echo)
She adds staff are now handing out ponchos to Swities at the satdium. Some have been here for several hours hoping to get into the stadium first or get their hands on merchandise from the LFC club shop.
11:24Cathy Owen
The Cardiff road closures that will be in place
Taylor Swift’s huge Eras tour is finally arriving in Cardiff on Tuesday and if you’re coming to the gig, or are simply visiting the city centre, then there are important road closures you need to take note of.
For a full list of must-know information ahead of the gig, click here.
10:54Cathy Owen
Restrictions for the Cardiff gig
There are some important things to remember ahead of attending a big gig at the Principality Stadium including making sure you download your tickets and charge your phone, checking the gate opening times and what you are and aren’t allowed to take.
Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour show on Tuesday, June 18 is no different. Also, choosing the right size bag for a night out of live music is important. Read all the resrictions here before you go.
(Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images f)
10:22Cathy Owen
Forecast for Cardiff gig
The weather so far on the tour in the UK has not been great, but there is hope for Monday and Tuesday in Cardiff.
The Met Office forecast for Wales for the start of next week says: “Mainly dry with cloudy periods alternating with sunny spells. Isolated showers are possible but most places remaining dry. Feeling warmer by day but nights often rather cool.”
The roof of the stadium is set to be shut on the night, but any fans planning to camp ahead of the gig will need to pack lots of warm clothes.
09:49Cathy Owen
Queues already forming in Liverpool
It might be more than 10 hours before Taylor performs her last gig at Liverpool’s Anfield but queues are already forming.
We are expecting big queues outside Cardiff’s Principality Stadium ahead of her gig on Tuesday.
09:37Cathy Owen
‘I sat outside the stadium to listen to Taylor Swift’
It is just days until the event of the year hits Cardiff. Taylor Swift fever is building in the capital as preparations enter their final stages ahead of the Eras Tour arriving for its one-night stop in Wales as part of its UK leg.
While some fans were lucky enough to get their hands on tickets during the release dates last year, there were plenty who were left broken-hearted – even after entering into special lottery draws and scanning ticket sites for re-sales in the hopes of a last minute miracle.
So some fans are expected to come to Cardiff just so they can stand outside and listen. Read here the experience of how that went for fans when she performed in Scotland.
Freya Norse, 21, and Ellie Moore, 26, were some of the fans listening to the gig in the nearby park
09:22Cathy Owen
The surprise song last night
There is always lots of interest in the ‘surprise song’ and last night she performed ‘This Is What You Came For’ for the first time – the song made famous by Rihanna and Calvin Harris.
The atmosphere in Liverpool is already building ahead of Taylor’s final show tonight.
(Image: Liverpool Echo)
09:01Cathy Owen
The extortionate cost of last-minute hotel rooms
Taylor Swift is coming to Cardiff on Tuesday (if you hadn’t heard) and while many fans will have had their accommodation booked for ages, some late preppers will want to prepare themselves for some hiked hotel prices in the Welsh capital.
A quick search on accommodation website, booking.com has discovered that while there are some rooms still available in Cardiff’s popular hotels, prices are far from reasonable.
At the time of writing, booking.com had last-minute rooms at hotels (for two people) including Novotel, Hilton and Future Inns. While Hilton has their executive rooms available starting at £979, Novotel’s superior queen room starts at £504. Both include breakfast. See more prices here.
08:48Cathy Owen
Second Liverpool show halted after crowd’s reaction
It was Taylor Swift’s second night in Liverpool last night and she was so taken aback with the crowds at Anfield she halted her performance.
The singer is performing three shows in the city with the last one tonight.
She told the Liverpool crowds last night they had made a “stunning impression” on her, and at one point even halted the entire show, the Liverpool Echo reported.
After a brilliant rendition of Champagne Problems, Taylor was so moved she took her earpieces out and stopped performing as she took in how loud the crowd were cheering her. After a couple of minutes, she said: “Wow. This is one of the most expressive, genuine, generous crowds I’ve ever been in front of.
“I’ve made so many best friends out here tonight. I am so lucky to get to play a show for people like you and to get to meet you.”
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