Taylor Swift in Indianapolis

The Eras Tour

As the Swifties would say, "screaming, crying." The one and only Taylor Swift is coming to the Circle City. On November 1, 2, and 3, 2024. Taylor Swift will grace the stage at Lucas Oil Stadium. Are you ready for it? Expect Indy to go big with activations across the city to entertain fans outside the stadium experience. This is your guide to all there is to do surrounding Taylor Swift in Indy.

What You Need to Know

Indy is rolling out the red carpet for Taylor Swift fans. Expect a walkable downtown bustling with live entertainment, photo opportunities, restaurants and food trucks, and more to make your Eras Tour weekend unforgettable. Below is information on city activations to enhance your experience.

Photo Opportunities

Wherever you look in Indy, you'll find Taylor Swift. The JW Marriott will feature a 33-story photo. For those flying in, you'll discover a towering photo in Civic Plaza. Indy's streets have even been renamed to showcase the Eras. Plus, make sure to get your photo with NDY sculptures scattered around downtown.

Swift City Sessions, Food Trucks, SPARK on Monument Circle, and More

The music never stops in Indy. Throughout downtown, Indy Arts Council will host over 120 local pop-up performances featuring musicians and spoken word artists, at over 13 iconic locations in the city like Bicentennial Unity Plaza, the Indiana Repertory Theatre, Lugar Plaza, Hudnut Commons, and Monument Circle. Plus make & take art stations in the Indianapolis Artsgarden, offering eras-themed crafts like your own eras-themed sunglasses, flower crowns, guitar pics, friendship bracelets, and more.

Monument Circle is home to SPARK, which offers a parklike space with seating, entertainment, and crafts throughout the weekend. Head to the heart of downtown Indy for face painting, friendship bracelet-making, and selfie-taking.

With so many fans in the city, restaurants may be experiencing unusual wait times. To assist, food trucks will be available on Monument Circle and on Maryland Street at Hudnut Commons.

FOOD TRUCK SCHEDULE:

Monument Circle at SPARK
Friday: 12–8 pm
Saturday: 12–8 pm
Sunday: 12–8 pm

Hudnut Commons on Maryland Street
Friday: 12–8 pm
Saturday: 12–8 pm
Sunday: 12–8 pm

Merch Sales

If you don't take home merch, did you even go? Commemorate your Eras Tour experience by loading up on merch in the Indiana Convention Center (Hall I) which is conveniently across the street from Lucas Oil Stadium. Please be patient and expect long lines.

MERCHANDISE OPEN HOURS:

Wednesday: 10 am–8 pm
Thursday:  10 am–8 pm
Friday: 12–8 pm
Saturday: 12–8 pm
Sunday: No Merch Sales at Center

Parking Near Lucas Oil Stadium

Although downtown Indianapolis has over 73,000 parking spots, demand will likely exceed supply during Taylor Swift's three-night stop at Lucas Oil Stadium. Luckily, several options are available to reserve parking in advance, ensuring you can enjoy the event without worry.

• iPark Solutions: Spots range from $100-$175
• ParkWhiz: Spots range from $40 to $200.
• ParkMobile: 200 N. Illinois St. spots available for $67.20. Parking is between 5 pm and midnight on show days. Download the ParkMobile App on Google Play or the Apple App Store. You can also use the app to find day-of parking around downtown Indianapolis.
• SpotHero: Spots near Lucas Oil Stadium range from $75 to $100.
• Denison Parking: Prices range from $31 (furthest) to $86 (closest).

Alternative Transportation

Transportation options like Rideshare, Pacers Bikeshare, and IndyGo are encouraged.

Rideshare (Two Zones)

• South St. between Missouri & West St.
  Between 10 pm–1 am
• Lilly Lot at Delaware & South St.
  Between 10 pm–1 am
• NOTE: Demand for Rideshare is expected to exceed capacity. Expect surge charges and long waits.

Parent Pickup Zone

• Lilly Lot at Delaware & South St.
  Between 10 pm–1 am

Drop Off Zone

• McCarty Street south of LOS

IndyGo

IndyGo, with the rapid transit Red Line and new Purple Line, makes a convenient option to and from the stadium. Check out IndyGo's guide to Taylor Swift Weekend here.

Taylor Swift-Themed Events 

Get ready to shake it off and dive into a weekend that’s pure magic! Whether you’re on a quest for friendship bracelets or ready to dance to live music, this city is turning up the volume on all things Taylor. From museum events that will make you feel like you’re in a love story, to trivia games that’ll have you saying, “I remember it all too well,” there’s something for every Swiftie in Indy.

Taylor Swift-Themed Local Brews

No champagne problems here! Ready to start "drinkin' beer outta plastic cups"? Well, you'll probably be served with a pint-glass or one of these artfully-designed cans from local breweries and cidaries, but we can pretend! Indy is serving some Swift-inspired sips to get you into the concert spirit.

Get Your Indy-Branded Taylor Swift Merch

Celebrate being in your "Indy Era" with new shirts, stickers, and friendship bracelets from The Shop Indy. Available for purchase now.

The Eras in Indy 

It's been a long time coming to have Taylor Swift back in the Circle City, a city close to her heart since she first performed here at the age of 17. As she graces the stage once again, it's a remarkable journey from those early performances, and fans can anticipate a night filled with nostalgia and the incredible evolution of a musical icon. These memories follow us around as we reflect on Taylor's previous performances in Indy:

• 2007: Opened for George Strait, Conseco Fieldhouse
• 2008: Opened for Rascal Flatts, Verizon Wireless Music Center
• 2008: Played FFA Convention, Lucas Oil Stadium
• 2009: Fearless Tour, Conseco Fieldhouse
• 2011: Speak Now Tour, Conseco Fieldhouse
• 2013: Red Tour, Bankers Life Fieldhouse
• 2015: 1989 Tour, Bankers Life Fieldhouse
• 2018: Reputation Tour, Lucas Oil Stadium