No 'Taylor-gating' outside Taylor Swift concert at Levi's Stadium
Tight rules await Taylor Swift fans at Levi's concerts
Fans of Taylor Swift will not be able to tailgate outside of Levi's Stadium during her Eras Tour concerts there while the stadium has relaxed one controversial rule that would have forbidden attendees from bringing friendship bracelets to the show.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Excitement is building as Taylor Swift's concerts at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara approach next weekend. With tickets sold out, law enforcement is gearing up with strict rules as they expect the arrival of thousands of fans, both with and without tickets.
Santa Clara police said there will be no tailgating among Swift fans outside the sold-out concert venue. "Taylor-gating" at stops on Swift's Eras Tour has been a huge part of the experience.
Police are trying to deter fans without tickets from getting too close to the action in other ways. There will be no viewing areas available from outside the stadium, police said.
In a statement, a spokesperson for Levi's Stadium said:
"For the Taylor Swift concerts, Levi’s Stadium will be implementing enhanced security measures to further protect our guests and the thousands of dedicated workers who make these events possible. Fans should expect an increased security presence at the gates and in parking lots."
One controversial rule has been relaxed. Levi's Stadium on Friday reversed a policy that would have made bracelets forbidden at the venue. Instead, Swifties were relieved to hear that they can bring bracelets to the show, enabling them to continue a tradition of exchanging elaborate friendship bracelets at concerts.
Some fans of the 49ers, who visited the team store on Friday, do not understand how a concert is any different than a football game.
"Personally, I think tailgating should be allowed. If they allow it for the games they should allow it for any other event that is held at Levi's Stadium," said Marissa Lopez.
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Nicole Lang, a worker at the stadium who has worked at two of Swift's previous concerts, said: "The fans were great. I have never seen any problems with her concerts. Everything has run smoothly," Lang said.
City officials are urging ‘Swifties’ to plan their transportation in advance. Public transportation and rideshare services are encouraged.
Hotels and restaurants in the vicinity of Levi's Stadium have been fully booked for months in anticipation of the event, leaving no room for last-minute visitors.
For those without tickets, restaurants and bars are planning to host watch parties.
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