Behind the scenes of Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’

Taylor Swift has made history with her Eras Tour, officially becoming the highest-grossing concert tour of all time. The tour, which spanned 21 months and included 149 shows across five continents, grossed an astounding $2.2 billion in ticket sales alone.
The Eras Tour kicked off on March 17, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona, and concluded with a spectacular final show at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver on December 8, 2024. Throughout its run, the tour attracted over 10 million fans, averaging approximately $13.9 million in earnings per show. The tour’s financial success was further bolstered by the release of the concert film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour, which added nearly $261 million to her overall revenue.
The ‘Cruel Summer’ singer, shared her gratitude for her fans and team, describing the tour as a “rare event” in her life. During the final concert, she expressed how thrilling and powerful the experience had been.
While the Eras Tour was celebrated for its record-breaking success, it also attracted attention for various viral moments outside of the music itself. In January 2024, discussions around “non-consensual” AI-generated images of Swift sparked debates about privacy and digital ethics. Additionally, during her stop in Paris, a shocking image of an unattended infant went viral, leading to public outcry over safety measures at events.

The tour also faced some controversies, including allegations from Thailand’s former Prime Minister regarding an exclusivity deal with Singapore that supposedly prevented Swift from performing in other Southeast Asian countries. However, Singapore’s Tourism Board clarified that they recognized the demand for her performances.
Furthermore, The tour faced significant backlash when Ticketmaster’s system crashed during the ticket sales, leaving many fans frustrated and empty-handed. Reports indicated that some fans waited for hours only to be kicked out of the queue. This led to congressional hearings addressing issues of ticket scalping and pricing practices, with lawmakers proposing regulations to prevent such incidents in the future.

A viral image of an unattended infant at one of Swift’s concerts led to outrage among fans and critics alike. Many expressed concern over safety measures at large events, while some defended Swift, stating that parents should be held accountable.
Dave Grohl made a comment that appeared to mock her Eras Tour, specifically insinuating that she and her band do not perform live. During a concert in London on June 22, 2024, Grohl, the frontman of Foo Fighters, jokingly referred to his band’s tour as the “Errors Tour,” suggesting they had encountered more than a few mistakes while emphasizing that they actually play live music.
Lastly, during her tour, Taylor Swift sparked controversy in New Orleans due to the eviction of homeless individuals from encampments near the Caesars Superdome, where Swift was scheduled to perform. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry ordered the removal of nearly 75 homeless people living in tents around the venue ahead of the sold-out concert.