Tay Tay fever has been bubbling under the surface since the queen of heartbreak anthems announced her epic tour last year. And now, with just a couple of weeks to go before she descends upon Sydney like the majestic queen that she is, we can no longer contain our excitement.
If you, like us, simply can’t get enough of Taylor Swift right now, there are plenty of upcoming events to help you celebrate The Eras Tour in style. From trivia nights to tribute acts, keep scrolling to see Urban List’s top picks for Sydney Swifties.
Taylor Swift High Tea
Teahouse at Crown Sydney, Barangaroo
Image credit: Teahouse at Crown Sydney | Supplied
Crown Sydney is celebrating the arrival of Queen Taylor with a decadent three-tiered high-tea experience. Try savoury delights like the “You Need to Calm Down” teriyaki wagyu slider and then indulge in sweet treats like “Reputation” (charcoal meringue with burnt vanilla ash and elastic coffee) and “1989” (lavender ganache, yuzu, and almond streusel).
Surrounded by themed birdcages, there will be plenty of fabulous photo moments to enjoy. And, of course, the experience will play out to the soundtrack of Taylor Swift’s most iconic tunes. You can also enter Crown Sydney’s Dine to Win draw for concert tickets. So, if you haven’t managed to snag tour tickets yet, this could be your chance.
THE DETAILS
When: Thursday to Sunday, 2pm-5pm, until 25 February
Where: Teahouse at Crown Sydney, 1 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo
Cost: $125 per person (10% surcharge on Sundays, 15% on Public Holidays, 10% service fee on bookings of 10 or more)
Tickets: Book your table here
Taylor Swift Trivia
The Marly, Newtown
Whether you’re a super-fan or a casual enthusiast, you can test your knowledge and soak up the fun and friendly atmosphere at The Marly’s Taylor Swift Trivia.
This one-night-only event will be full of multimedia rounds, covering all aspects of Taylor’s career. From music video snippets to audio clips to questions about the stories behind each era, this trivia night promises to take you on an unforgettable journey through the life and music of Taylor Swift.
THE DETAILS
When: Thursday 22 Feb, 7.30pm
Where: The Marlborough Hotel, 145 King St, Newtown
Cost: Free
Tickets: Book your table here
Poof Doof: Club Eras
ARQ Sydney, Darlinghurst
Image credit: Arq | Instagram
What better way to honour Tay Tay’s visit down under than with a wild and wonderful club night? With pop music playing in the main room, Swift-inspired drag queens, and a Poof Doof rave cave downstairs, Club Eras is set to be the after-party to end all after-parties.
DJs BoyCrzy, Kobra, and more will be bringing the beasts throughout the night and Nic Holland will be playing a Taylor Swift + Friends mega-set from 12-3am.
THE DETAILS
When: Saturday 24 Feb, 9.30pm-6.30am
Where: ARQ Sydney, 16 Flinders Street, Darlinghurst
Cost: $25 entry, limited capacity
Tickets: Buy tickets here
Taylor Swift Bottomless Brunch
Harry’s By Giuls, Darlinghurst
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Back by popular demand, Harry’s by Giuls is hosting a Swifties Bottomless Brunch. Enjoy a delicious “Lavender Haze” cocktail on arrival and gorge on a 90-minute set menu of arancini balls, olives, burrata, pizza, shoestring fries, and more.
Drink options include Aperol Spritz, Espresso Martini, Mimosa, and house wine or bubbly. A live DJ will be there to play all your favourite Taylor tunes and there will also be a life-size cut-out of Tay Tay for selfies and group shots. Keep an eye out for surprise Taylor-themed props and get a cute friendship bracelet as a keepsake.
THE DETAILS
When: Saturday 10 February from 12pm
Where: Harry’s by Giuls, 78 Stanley Street Darlinghurst
Cost: $79 per person
Tickets: Book your table here
Taylor Swift Cocktails
Alibi Bar & Dining, Woolloomooloo
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Alibi Bar & Dining is celebrating Swifties Week with a range of Taylor-themed cocktails. Inspired by Taylor’s greatest hits as well as her personal favourites, this curated cocktail list is perfect for a pre-concert drink.
From “Champagne Problems” (prosecco, crème de violette, grapefruit, and midnight shimmer) to “Ms. Americana” (rye whiskey, maple syrup, clarified apple juice, and flowers), there’s a range of flavours to explore. And, if you don’t fancy a stiff drink, there are plenty of mocktails too.
THE DETAILS
When: Monday 19 February – Monday 26 February
Where: Alibi Bar and Dining, Ovolo Hotel, 6 Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo
Cost: Drinks range from $16 to $23 each
Tickets: Book your table here
Taylor’s Takeover
Appetite Cafe, Five Dock
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Appetite Cafe has come down hard with Swiftie fever. With events like Taylor Karaoke, Taylor Trivia, and Cat Appreciation Day planned throughout the month, it’s the place to be for any self-respecting Taylor fan.
Due to overwhelming demand, Appetite Cafe temporarily closed its registration system (seriously, Sydney is cray-cray for Tay Tay right now!). They added some new events but things are getting booked up quickly. So, if you’ve got your heart set on Taylor Paint & Sip or some Taylor Towers and Bottomless Cocktails, you better move… Swiftly.
THE DETAILS
When: Thursday 1 Feb – Thursday 29 Feb
Where: Appetite Cafe, 141 Great North Road, Five Dock
Cost: $85 per person for Taylor Paint & Sip, Taylor Towers are $95 and serve four, Bottomless Cocktails can be added for $20 per person
Tickets: Book your event or brunch table here
Eras The Cruise
Campbells Cove Wharf, The Rocks
Want to live your best life and flood your Insta with impossibly gorgeous shots of you shaking it off to the backdrop of Sydney’s iconic harbour? Check out Eras The Cruise. This three-hour Taylor-inspired harbour cruise includes a DJ blasting all your favourite tunes and a Taylor Swift impersonator for the ultimate selfie session.
You can also enjoy an Eras-themed cocktail (or mocktail) on arrival as well as cruise-long grazing. And, of course, no Taylor Swift cruise is complete without a Tay Tay friendship bracelet swap! There are several dates available but make sure you choose the one suited to your age group. Some are family-friendly, some are teen-only, and others are 18+.
THE DETAILS
When: Friday 2 February to Sunday 25 February
Where: Campbells Cove Pontoon, Circular Quay Way, The Rocks NSW 2000
Cost: $30 for children, $40 for teens, $50 for 18+, Family Tickets $150, Groups of 4 adults $170
Tickets: Get your cruise tickets here
Taylor Swift Eras Afterparty
Oxford Art Factory, Darlinghurst
Didn’t get a tour ticket? Or just need more time to scream Taylor tunes at the top of your voice? Either way, the Taylor Swift Eras Tour Unofficial After Party at Oxford Art Factory is a safe space where you can sing, dance, and even weep to her iconic hits all night long.
Enjoy themed drinks like a “Reputation Refresher” or “Speak Now Spritz” and hear nothing but 100% Taylor Swift until the lights go out. This unofficial after-party will take place after each concert, so if you miss the first one—or simply can’t get enough Tay-Tay—there will be two more to enjoy!
THE DETAILS
When: Friday 23 February, Saturday 24 February, Sunday 25 February
Where: Oxford Art Factory, Basement, 38-46 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
Cost: $30.19
Tickets: Book your tickets here
Taylor Swift Through The Eras Tribute Photo Experience
MimmynVovo Studio, Rosebery
Image credit: MimmynVovo Studio | Instagram
Unleash your inner influencer and explore your Swiftie alter-ego with an immersive photoshoot at MimmynVovo Studio. Explore 10 interactive sets that represent Taylor’s different eras—from her sweet and innocent country roots to the folk vibes and sparkly pop albums.
Show off your vocal skills with some karaoke in the Reputation room and get playful in the oh-so-cute pink ball pit in the Lover room. You can even make your own Swiftie bracelet to take home.
THE DETAILS
When: Thursday 1 Feb – Monday 1 April
Where: MimmynVovo Studios, 26/108 Dunning Ave, Rosebery
Cost: $25 per adult, $12 per child, $55 for family tickets
Tickets: Book your tickets here
Sing Taylor Swift—Swifty Audience Singalong
The Gasoline Pony, Marrickville
If you want to sing your heart out and pretend you’re at the concert, try the Swifty Audience Signalong at The Gasoline Pony. Sit back and enjoy the Taylor tribute act or get stuck in and sing along. You probably know every single lyric to all of Tay Tay’s classics, but just in case you don’t (or you’ve dragged a clueless friend along for the ride) the words will be projected on a big screen.
Seating is unassigned and limited so arrive early if you want your pick of spots. If you fancy some food, make sure you arrive before the kitchen closes at 8.30pm. You can also purchase tickets with nibbles, mains, or both included.
THE DETAILS
When: Saturday 24 February, 7pm-10pm
Where: The Gasoline Pony, 115 Marrickville Road, Marrickville
Cost: $20 Show Only, Show + Nibbles $28, Show + Main $39, Show+ 2 Courses $47
Tickets: Book your tickets here
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Source: theurbanlist.com
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