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Taylor Swift events happening around Seattle

Have some fun whether you’re heading to the Eras Tour or not

July 20, 2023 • 
Alina Hunter-Grah
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Taylor Swift is expected to bring ~$80 million to the local economy with her Eras Tour.

Photo by Ronald S. Woan

It’s been a long time coming, but Taylor Swift and her Eras Tour are here — and the whole city seems to be celebrating.

The Lumen Field concerts are sold out, but here are some other Swiftie events happening around Seattle this weekend.

The Eras Tour PAR-TAY Tailgate | The Press Box | Saturday, July 22 + Sunday, July 23 | 1 p.m.-2 a.m. | $20-$60 | This includes a listening party, themed food + drinks, and photo ops.

Eras: A Taylor Swift Dance Party | Queer/Bar | Saturday, July 22 | 11 p.m.-2 a.m. | $10 | Bejewel yourself and shake it off during this late-night dance party.

Taylor Swift Sing-a-long | The Heart Gallery Paint and Sip | Friday, July 21 | 7-9 p.m. | $40 | Sing and paint your heart out with other local fans.

#SwiftNeedle | Space Needle | Everyday until Sunday, Jul 23 | Free | Even the Space Needle got in on the friendship bracelet exchanging with its free photo op.

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