Fans have been eagerly awaiting Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour, and those fortunate enough to secure tickets will finally see her perform live from this weekend.
The acclaimed singer-songwriter is scheduled to perform three shows in Edinburgh this weekend (June 7, 8 and 9), followed by a trio of consecutive performances at Liverpool's Anfield Stadium on June 13, 14 and 15. However, as fans prepare for the concerts, an unusual item appears to be topping some of their checklists - a nappy.
With fans keen not to miss a single moment of the three-hour plus set, it's being touted as an essential item to avoid inconvenient bathroom breaks. One such checklist, featured on the betches.com website, reads: "Considering people are literally shelling out their entire life savings to snag a seat on the tour, it’s only fair that you get a little behind-the-scenes look at what you really should be bringing with you. So, here it is - the ideal Eras checklist", reports the Manchester Evening News.
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"An Era’s inspired outfit that includes a diaper. Before you shake your head, you’re not going to leave in the middle of “All Too Well (10-Minute Version)” even if you’re about to p**s yourself."
This advice won't shock dedicated Swifties. Prior to previous legs of the tour in America and Australia, fans were openly discussing their plans to wear 'a diaper' or a nappy, with some even posting photos of themselves preparing to don one beneath their stylish outfits. "I'm not going to miss any of this woman's songs to go to the bathroom, because there are none that I can sacrifice," declared Eira, a fan whose TikTok video has garnered thousands of views.
With Taylor Swift's setlist boasting 44 tracks and extending over three hours, fans face a lengthy wait if they don't seize the chance for a loo break. 'Shake It Off' has been humorously suggested by some attendees as the perfect opportunity for a toilet dash for those who can't hold on and ignore the pre-concert checklist.
The checklist also recommends bringing along essentials such as a clear poncho, a portable charger, and a claw clip to manage any hair issues caused by excitement or weather.
Hopefuls still aiming to catch the tour live might get lucky; tickets could become available if current ticket holders decide to sell. According to the Irish Mirror, resale options may appear as the concert dates draw near.
Ticketmaster has initiated the official resale process for the stadium gigs, although ticket transfers will only be enabled closer to the event dates. Once available, these tickets are expected to be claimed rapidly, but fans should keep an eye on Ticketmaster for potential official resale opportunities.
For those eager to experience the show, alternative ticket resale platforms are also an option. Viagogo is currently offering tickets for the Eras Tour across the UK and Europe, with prices starting at £263 each. For those willing to venture further, tickets for various venues are immediately up for grabs.
Websites such as Viagogo and Vivid Seats offer fans the opportunity to purchase resale tickets from other attendees. However, it's crucial to be aware that many event organisers insist tickets should not be resold after their initial purchase and may not be accepted at concerts.
Those planning to attend live events with tickets bought via resale platforms should thoroughly review the ticket terms and conditions at the original point of sale, for instance, Ticketmaster or Live Nation, to ensure they can enjoy the event without any hitches. Tickets found to have been purchased second-hand could be invalidated, meaning buyers are taking a gamble. Viagogo has responded to concerns by stating: "Viagogo is a regulated marketplace where fans have the guarantee."
In addition to Liverpool, the 34-year-old artist will be performing in Edinburgh, Cardiff, and London, as well as international locations including Dublin, Amsterdam, Zurich, Milan, Gelsenkirchen, Hamburg, Munich, Warsaw, and Vienna.
We have scoured the internet for tickets to some of these venues and the cheapest we’ve found is Gelsenkirchen in Germany, for a reasonable £263 (at the time of writing). Considering tickets for Liverpool ranged from £297 to £784, this isn't a bad deal.
These prices were available at the time of writing, and may go up or down at any time. Many of the venues are hosting several nights of the concert, so it might be worth exploring all the different options to find a seat within your budget. You can do so on Viagogo HERE.
Date of every Taylor Swift 2024 UK and Ireland Eras tour shows:
- June 7 - Edinburgh, BT Murrayfield Stadium
- June 8 - Edinburgh, BT Murrayfield Stadium
- June 9 - Edinburgh, BT Murrayfield Stadium
- June 13 - Liverpool, Anfield Stadium
- June 14 - Liverpool, Anfield Stadium
- June 15 - Liverpool, Anfield Stadium
- June 18 - Cardiff, Principality Stadium
- June 21 - London, Wembley Stadium
- June 22 - London, Wembley Stadium
- June 28 - Dublin, IE Aviva Stadium
- June 29 - Dublin, IE Aviva Stadium
- June 30 - Dublin Aviva Stadium
- June 23 - London, Wembley Stadium
- August 15 - London, Wembley Stadium
- August 16 - London, Wembley Stadium
- August 17 - London, Wembley Stadium
- August 19 - London, Wembley Stadium
- August 20 - London, Wembley Stadium
