Taylor Swift plays Detroit's Ford Field this weekend. Here's what to know for the Eras Tour shows

By Sara Powers

June 8, 2023 / 11:24 AM / CBS Detroit

(CBS DETROIT) - Are you …Ready For It? Taylor Swift is headed to Detroit this weekend for her highly-anticipated Eras Tour.

She will perform two sold-out shows at Ford Field, bringing thousands of people to downtown Detroit.

Here's everything you need to know before going to the concerts.

Taylor Swift will be in Detroit on Friday, June 9, and Saturday, June 10. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. The show openers go on stage at around 6:30 p.m., and Swift has been going on stage at around 8 p.m.

Ford Field is located at 2000 Brush St., just south of I-75 (Fisher Freeway).

On Friday, June 9, Girl in Red and Gracie Abrams are opening, and on Saturday, June 10, Girl in Red and OWENN are opening the show.

Tickets for Taylor Swift's shows in Detroit are sold out, but fans can try and get tickets through resale websites, such as SeatGeek, StubHub and Vivid Seats, although tickets are pretty pricey, ranging from around $1,000 to about $8,000.

Tickets tend to fluctuate and drop in price as shows near, so keep checking! But be careful when buying tickets from these websites, as many fans have fallen victim to scams trying to get Eras Tour tickets.

Read more on that here: Still looking for tickets to Taylor Swift concert? Here are ways to avoid being scammed

Parking at all Ford Field lots will be $50. Fans can also pre-purchase parking for lots here. According to the venue, the Ford Field Parking Deck will open at 9 a.m.

Fans can also try to find street parking, which could be free or metered. The ParkDetroit application will allow people to pay for parking easily from their phones. In addition, fans can utilize Detroit's People Mover and Q Line if they decide to park a bit farther away from the venue.

If you're attending the Taylor Swift concert on June 9th and 10th at Ford Field, here is a map to help you with Drop-Off/Pick-Up. pic.twitter.com/UjZGgpQ44V

According to Ford Field, fans will be able to carry the following items into the venue for the Taylor Swift concert:

The following items are not be permitted:

For more information on the bag policy, visit here.

Ford Field has put together specialty cocktail drinks for the Eras Tour. Here's a list of Taylor Swift-themed drinks:

The drinks will be available at different locations throughout the venue, so make sure to check here to find out where each drink will be.

Fans can buy merchandise early on June 8, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. People have been lined up for hours and are ready to get their merch.

On the day of the shows, fans can buy merch from noon through the show. The merchandise sales will be located outside of Gate B.

Read more on the early merch sale here: Taylor Swift Eras Tour in Detroit: Ford Field hosting early merch sale Thursday

Making beaded friendship bracelets referencing Taylor Swift lyrics, eras and jokes is popular among fans for the Eras Tour, and don't worry, fans in Detroit will be able to partake in the fun. The venue says they will permit friendship bracelets if they are being worn. There is no limit to the number of bracelets as long as they are worn.

There is no waiting room for parents at Ford Field. Each person entering the venue must have a ticket to the show. Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult over 21.

For additional information about venue regulations, visit here.

First published on June 8, 2023 / 11:24 AM

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