Taylor Swift to end The Eras Tour in Canada — here are the shows biggest moments
Taylor Swift kicked off the Eras Tour in March 2023, but who would have thought that it would become the phenomenon it is today?
A three-and-a-half-hour concert, with 46 songs from her discography, this incredible show has broken several records and thrilled audiences from sea to sea.
Not only did Swift debut the show to 69,000 people (the largest audience for a female artist in the U.S.) but she also generated over $200 million in merch sales, which helped to make The Eras Tour the world’s highest-grossing tour in history.
Now, with only three shows left in Vancouver, Canada, we’re taking a walk down memory lane, looking back at some of the biggest things to happen since she announced the tour on Nov. 1, 2022.
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Taylor Swift Opens The Eras Tour
After much anticipation, Taylor Swift opened what would become a 152-show run on Mar. 17, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona.
Complete with glittery bodysuits and a crowd-pleasing set list (which originally included 44 songs), she did not disappoint.
From Lover to Fearless, into Evermore, Reputation, Red, Speak Now, Folklore, 1989, the acoustic section, then wrapping things up with Midnights, it was clear that this was going to be the ultimate fan experience.
Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn Break Up
In April 2023, it was announced that after six years together, Taylor Swift and her then-boyfriend Joe Alwyn had broken up.
While it’s unconfirmed, many fans believe that this was the reason why she swapped out “Invisible String” for “The 1” just shortly after the beginning of the tour in Arlington, Texas, on Mar. 31, 2023.
Seattle Swifties Shake the Earth
On Jul. 23, 2023, Seattle Swifies danced so hard that it actually shook the Earth.
According to The New York Times, a nearby seismometer registered a 2.3 earthquake, which was actually caused by the fans jumping and singing during the Eras Tour set at Lumen Stadium.
“You know who you are” & Matty Healy
Just a month after several publications confirmed her split with Joe Alwyn, Swift alluded to a new relationship during a smiley performance of “Cardigan” in Nashville on May 5.
While she only mouthed the words “This one is about you. You know who you are. I love you,” the sentiment was heard around the world.
Shortly after, photos of Swift and 1975 frontman Matty Healy on a date were made public.
Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) is Announced
Nashville were the lucky ones! On May 5, the singer announced Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) before sharing the news on social media.
On Jul. 7, the album was released, and special guests Joey King and Taylor Lautner joined her on stage to debut the music video for “I Can See You.”
Canadian Shows were Announced
On Aug. 3, 2023, the pop star finally announced that she’d be bringing her Eras to Toronto,
After northern Swifties and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau requested she visit, six shows were added to the tour, then on Nov. 2, three shows were also included for Vancouver.
1989 (Taylor’s Version) is Announced
On Aug. 9, 2023, in Los Angeles, everything was blue!
Dressed in a blue surprise song dress, the singer announced that her re-recorded version of 1989 would be released on Oct. 27, 2023, nine years after it was originally shared with fans.
The Concert Film is Announced
No ticket, no problem!
If you’re like us and didn’t get tickets to the Eras Tour, you were probably beyond excited to hear that the star would be bringing the show to movie theatres.
On Aug. 31, 2023, the film was announced, and then on Oct. 12, 2023, it finally hit screens across Canada—a day sooner than it was promised.
“Karma is the Guy on the Chiefs”
On Nov. 11, 2023, in Buenos Aires, Taylor blew fans away, once again.
During her last song, “Karma” the singer changed the lyrics of the song to “Karma is the guy on the Chiefs,” referring to her boyfriend, Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs.
The First Surprise Song Mashup
After having played almost every additional song from her discography, Swift debuted the first mashup on Feb. 17, 2024, in Melbourne—a mix of “Getaway Car,” “August” and “The Other Side of the Door.”
The Tortured Poets Department is Added to the Setlist
On May 9, 2024, Taylor Swift returned to the stage after a short break.
Having released her latest album The Tortured Poets Department, she debuted a new set list, new graphics, more colourful costumes, and seven tracks from TTPD.
Travis Kelce Takes Center Stage
After attending several shows, Travis Kelce took the stage on Jun. 23, 2024, during the third show at London’s Wembley Stadium.
Dressed in black and white, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end sent fans into a frenzy when he helped Swift with her “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” costume change.
Guest Appearances
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Swift is no stranger to bringing special guests on stage during her shows, and The Eras Tour was no exception.
Since the beginning, she’s shared the mic with Marcus Mumford, Aaron Dessner, Phoebe Bridgers, Jack Antonoff, Ice Spice, Maren Morris, HAIM, Hayley Williams, Florence Welch, Ed Sheeran, Sabrina Carpenter, and Gracie Abrams.
Who knows, maybe there will be another special guest in Vancouver!
Here’s hoping that there’s more fun to come—and maybe another era on the horizon!
It’s been fun, but we’re ready to see what she’s got in store for us.
Happy watching, Canada! It’s going to be an exciting weekend.
