✨ UPDATED OCT. 31 ✨
Swifties, hop in your getaway car — we’re going out tonight! This is your guide to the best Swiftivities happening around Indianapolis during the last U.S. stop of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.
I simply can’t express the pride and pure elation I felt when Taylor announced the extended U.S. Eras Tour dates. To see OUR city included? I don’t know how it gets better than this!
With 200,000 people expected in Indy that weekend, and 87% coming from out of town, I wanted to create a helpful resource for all my fellow Swifties — and promote some amazing local businesses and organizations while I’m at it.
Whether you’re coming on Nov. 1, 2 or 3 (…LGB), you’re not on your own, kid. I know places! So, without further ado, here are the Eras Tour events that will help you have the best day and most sparkling night!
🆕 Ultimate Eras Experience at The Hangar
Head to The Hangar for a unique pre-concert experience. Enjoy unlimited pizza, wings, chicken tenders and nachos, plus two Swiftie-themed drinks. Sing kERAoke, take a HandleBar Pedal Pub Tour to see the city, make friendship bracelets and ✨capture the moment✨ with life-size Taylor cutouts. *Be sure you book via the link above; if you “register” via Eventbrite, it does not actually count as a ticket.
- When: Friday and Saturday are sold out, but tickets are still available for Sunday, Nov. 3 (doors open at 11 a.m.)
- Where: The Hangar, 501 Madison Ave.
- Cost: $49.99
Indianapolis Zoo’s Wildest Era
Enjoy a Taylor Swift-inspired party at the Indianapolis Zoo, offered at a discounted rate of $19.89 (see what they did there? 👀). Tickets include access to the zoo, but note that parking is not included. Shop for bracelets and specialty apparel at the gift shops, enjoy alcohol in designated areas and, of course, meet all the wild characters that call the zoo home.
When: Nov. 1-3
Where: Indianapolis Zoo, 1200 W. Washington St.
Cost: $19.89; free for members
Girl Tribe Co. The Tour
Women-owned apparel company Girl Tribe Co. is going on “tour” with Taylor, hosting pop-up shops in each of the remaining Eras Tour cities: Miami, New Orleans and Indianapolis. Register for free to shop new Swiftie merch, take cute photo ops and win giveaways or grab a VIP ticket for special perks and early entry.
- When: Nov. 1-3 (general admission is 11 a.m.-6 p.m. each day; VIP admission is 10-11 a.m.)
- Where: Miami Ironside (Miami), The Gallery Venue (New Orleans), Cinderwood Event Center (Indianapolis)
- Cost: Free for general admission; $20 for VIP
Baseb(All) Too Well Concert Pre-Party
Pregame like a Hoosier at Victory Field, home of the minor league Indianapolis Indians! Enjoy unlimited nachos and fried chicken tenders, red velvet cupcakes and your very own Lavender Haze cocktail or mocktail. The pre-concert party includes sing-alongs, a temporary tattoo station, photo booths and bracelet trading, of course.
VIP tickets will get you unlimited draft beer and house wine, a glass of champagne and more.
*ALSO* if you’re looking for a place to park during the concert (all three days), you can secure a spot at Victory Field for $60, plus online fees. If available, parking will be sold in person at the entrance of the lot for $60, with both cash or card accepted. The lot will open at noon each day. Tailgating is permitted before and during each of the three shows.
- When: Nov. 1 at 3-7 p.m.
- Where: Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St.
- Cost: $50 for general admission; parking pass for $60; $75 for VIP
Eras Singalong Cruise on the Canal
Looking for a uniquely Indianapolis experience? Go on a cruise on the canal downtown with your besties and enjoy singing along to all your favorite Eras. All rides are BYOB, with food and drink available for purchase at Fresco Cafe. Don’t forget to bring your bracelets!
- When: Oct. 31-Nov. 4, 2-7 p.m. (every hour on the hour)
- Where: 340 W. Michigan St.
- Cost: $36/person (8 seats per yacht)
Broad Ripple Eras Bar Crawl
Grab your BFFs and bar crawl through Indy’s eclectic Broad Ripple Village while listening to T. Swift. You’ll start at the first bar at 6 p.m., then make your way to the four participating locations. Don’t worry; all venues are within a short walk from one another and you’ll have a group leader to guide you from bar to bar.
Your ticket includes cover to all four bars, Taylor-themed drink specials, one free High Noon drink ticket, an Eras Bar Crawl lanyard, plus tastings and swag from the event sponsors.
- When: Nov. 2 at 6-10 p.m. (after-party starts at 10 at Rock Lobster)
- Where: Broad Ripple (group schedules are emailed in advance so you know which bar to go to)
- Cost: $10
Taylor Swift-Inspired Cocktail Class
Toast to your real friends during a cocktail class with Francis & Fern and Mixo Indy on Monday Oct. 28 or Sunday, Nov. 3. Each guest will learn how to craft two cocktails (or mocktails) with a guided lesson by local Mixo Indy.
You will also receive take-home recipe cards and an in-store discount that can be used that day. Francis & Fern is one of my FAVORITE local shops for Swiftie merch. (Plus, they’ve got some super cute Sabrina and Chappell stuff at the moment as well.) So don’t miss out on this event, or the discount!
- When: Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. and Nov. 3 at 5 p.m.
- Where: Francis & Fern, 421 Massachusetts Ave.
- Cost: $75
‘Hear it in the Silence’ Taylor Swift Silent Disco
Enjoy your own mirrorball moment at a silent disco on Halloween! Silent disco headphones will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, but don’t worry, there’s plenty to do while you wait for your turn to *quietly* jam to T. Swift.
Beyond the silent disco space, there will be an Eras costume contest, Taylor-themed drink specials, a custom backdrop and friendship bracelet station (obvi).
- When: Oct. 31 at 5 p.m.
- Where: The Garage Food Hall, 906 Carrollton Ave.
- Cost: Free
Custom Eras-themed Nails
Polish up real nice with custom Eras-themed manicures from Nails by Neat! Book an appointment on Nov. 1 or 2 to select from the salon’s special menu of Swiftie nail art packages. Plus, shop exclusive Taylor Swift merch from Francis & Fern and enjoy a complimentary beverage while jammin’ to our favorite blondie. Each service also includes a free stadium tote swag bag!
When: Nov. 1 and 2 (appointment times vary)
Where: Nails by Neat, 1125 E. Brookside Ave. S71
Cost: $60 for petite Eras manicure; $75 for medium Eras manicure; $95 for grande Eras manicure
Shake It Off Fest
Carmel, a suburb about 20 miles north of downtown Indy, is hosting Shake It Off Fest, an afternoon of live performances, arts and crafts (of course a friendship bracelet station) and family-friendly entertainment. This sounds like a fantastic event for the kiddos (AND it sounds like they’ll have the coveted Ash & Elm Eras Cider Box at this event)!
- When: Nov. 2 at 12-4 p.m.
- Where: Midtown Plaza Carmel, 365 Monon Blvd.
- Cost: Free
Dance Par-Tay at the Children’s Museum
Swifties of all ages are welcome at the Children’s Museum for a Swiftie Par-Tay! Spin around in your best dress during a dance party in the Sunburst Atrium, make bedazzled slime and see an authentic dress worn by Taylor on “Dancing with the Stars.”
My favorite part, though, might be the giant dinosaurs in front of the building. The museum staff deserves a trophy, because they made the friendship bracelets EXTRA large! Be sure to check them out!
- When: Nov. 1-3 at 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Where: Children’s Museum, 3000 N. Meridian St.
- Cost: $23.50-$29.75 (event included with museum entry ticket; cost varies depending on date and age)
Taylor Swift Brunch Pop-up (ages 18+ only)
Stop by Indy’s vibrant Broad Ripple neighborhood for a brunch pop-up at Turntable, a live-music venue with a bar and vinyl listening room in the front and a concert hall in the back.
Enjoy live music spun by DJs, dazzling drag performances, a sparkling mimosa bar and more.
- When: Nov. 2 at 11 a.m.
- Where: Turntable, 6281 N. College Ave.
- Cost: $10 (when tickets are purchased in advance)
Cat Lounge and Taylor Trivia
In honor of Benji, Meredith and Olivia, come play with adoptable kitties at the Smitten Kitten Cat Café! Reserve an hour in the cat lounge or just stop by to play trivia on Nov. 2 and a “complete the lyric” game Nov. 3.
- When: Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. and Nov. 3 at 12 p.m.
- Where: Smitten Kitten Cat Café, 7852 E 96th St.
- Cost: $30
JW Marriott Pre-party and After-party
A 10-minute walk from Lucas Oil Stadium, the JW Marriott in downtown Indy is hosting pre- and after-party events all weekend. There will be live music, giveaways, local vendors and more.
- When: Nov. 1-3 (pre-party 3-6 p.m.; after-party 10 p.m.-2 a.m.)
- Where: JW Marriott, 10. S. West St.
- Cost: $20
Wildest Dreams Rooftop Bash
Enjoy a live DJ, sip on Taylor-inspired cocktails, capture IG-worthy moments and make the friendship bracelets at this heated rooftop patio and indoor bar.
- When: Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 at 6-11:59 p.m.
- Where: 3UP Rooftop Lounge, 201 West Main Street Carmel
- Cost: Free, but you can reserve a VIP table or couch for $250 (reserved tables come with $1,000 food/drink minimum though)
Pre-concert Taylorgate by 99.5 WZPL
Join WZPL 99.5 FM for a live broadcast featuring a dedicated playlist of Taylor’s greatest hits and enjoy tons of unique experiences! Plus, the site says there will be authentic signed Taylor Swift memorabilia 👀
Bedazzle your hair with blinger® Limited Edition Taylorgate Collection gems in all your favorite Eras colors. Get your face painted with the lover heart or add a lucky 13 on your hand. Go for 1989 vibes with a red lip from the makeup artist or get your hair braided for an Evermore moment.
- When: Nov. 1-3 at 4:30 p.m.
- Where: Located directly across the street from Lucas Oil Stadium at 723 S. Capitol Ave.
- Cost: $125 (parking not included)
Blooms & Beats Flower Workshop & Mocktail/Cocktail Experience
Create your own flower crown or wrapped bouquet inspired by one of Taylor’s Eras. Each ticket includes an Enchanted-themed mocktail, with an optional rum add-on. As you craft your floral masterpieces, you can also explore and shop with other vendors in the area. There will be permanent jewelry, custom trucker hats and more.
- When: Nov. 1 at 2 p.m. and Nov. 2 at 10 a.m.
- Where: Flower Boys, 702 Lexington Ave.
- Cost: $48
Eras Extravaganza at Tinker House
Enjoy dancing, karaoke, bracelet making, photo ops and more at this Tinker House event. NOM catering will be providing small bites while Tinker will have specialty cocktails and mocktails available for purchase.
- When: Nov. 2 at 1-4 p.m.
- Where: Tinker House, 1101 E. 16th St.
- Cost: $50
The Heirloom’s SWIFT + SHIMMER Pre-Party
Kick off Eras Tour weekend at this pre-concert party, which will have themed photo ops, fun activities and music, as well as food, mocktails and cocktails.
On-site parking is available — and the parking lot is directly connected to Lucas Oil Stadium. Purchase VIP tickets to gain access to a private lounge, receive a chic clear clutch swag bag filled with concert essentials and play with the cutest kittens, thanks to Indy Humane.
- When: Nov. 1-3 at 3-7 p.m.
- Where: Heirloom at N.K Hurst, 230 W. McCarty St.
- Cost: $150 for general admission; parking is an additional $50 per space
(Tickets closed) Taygate at the Indiana State Museum
The Indiana State Museum is hosting a pre-concert tailgating-themed party complete with food, themed drinks, bracelet trading, a live DJ, karaoke, digital photo booth and more. A passport will guide you to Eras throughout the museum as well as to numerous vendors selling food and merch.
- When: Nov. 1-3 at 3-7 p.m.
- Where: Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St.
- Cost: $40 for general admission tickets
PSSST! Looking for cute, unique Swiftie merch to celebrate the weekend in style?
Here are some of my favorite brands and boutiques:
- The Lost Bros
- Francis & Fern
- Magical by Marissa
- Banana Stand Studios
- Becky With The Good Stuff
- Wildest Dreams (affiliate link)
- All The Magic We Made
- Girl Tribe Co
- Behind the Mall
We also have a special Swiftie Collection in the TTwo shop 🤗
Long live all the magic you’ll make in Indy 💜 If you’re attending an event not mentioned in this list, please add it in the comments!
P.S. Learn more about the Swifties Surrender fan project (led by my friends! 👋) and buy a reusable TTPD-branded white flag here.