Taylor Swift fans are ready to “Shake It Off” this weekend as the sold-out Eras Tour heads to Cincinnati.
T-Swift-inspired events are taking place around the Greater Cincinnati Region leading up to the shows so Swifties can celebrate all week. Here is a comprehensive list of all the things happening around Northern Kentucky.
Monday, June 26
Bellevue
Taylor Avenue in Bellevue is proclaimed Taylor Swift Avenue by the city for the week of June 26.
According to Bellevue Marketing and Communications Director Melissa Morandi, the city will change street signs to pink signs and invite Swifties to start their nights in Bellevue before the shows or snap a photo in front of the pink signs.
- The Pretzel Place: The “Lover” pretzel, which is a fresh baked, heart shaped soft pretzel dipped in chocolate with pink shimmer
- Schneider’s Sweet Shop: “Lavender Haze” Ice cream, “Fearless” ice cream and chocolate covered boot shaped meltaways
- The owner of Schneider’s Sweet Shop, Kelly Schneider Morgan, said they’re whipping up a menu of “Happiness.”
- Nomad: “Shake It Off” with a Swiftie inspired boozy milkshake
- Bellevue Beadery: $5 Swiftie friendship bracelet kits
- Siam Orchid: Swiftie inspired drink specials
- Buckhead Mountain Grill: Swiftie drink specials
- Coda Co.: Stocked full of everyday Taylor Swift inspired outfits
- Sage & Scout: Free Taylor Swift inspired coloring activity for kids
WCPO contributed to this report.
The Gruff
The Gruff, 129 E 2nd St., Covington, is hosting a Taylor Swift name that tune. The event will include three rounds of Swift’s music and one game of general knowledge questions.
Teams of six or fewer can participate, and the trivia is free to play. The event will go from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. People are encouraged to arrive early as seating is limited.
Barleycorn’s Brewhouse
Barleycorn’s Brewhouse, 402 Licking Pike, Wilder, is hosting Taylor Swift-themed trivia starting at 7 p.m. According to its Facebook page, the brewhouse will have Taylor Swift-themed drinks all week.
Tuesday, June 27
Braxton Brewing
Test your fan knowledge with Taylor Swift-themed trivia at Braxton Brewing, 27 W 7th St. in Covington.
The trivia is free to play and can be accommodated for teams of up to six people. Prizes will be handed out to the winners. The event begins at 7 p.m.
The Well
Can you name the Taylor Swift songs from each of her albums? Test your knowledge with a name that tune at The Well, 8 W 7th St., Covington, and compare your score to others.
The event begins at 7:30 p.m.
Keystone
Keystone Bar & Grill, 313 Greenup St., Covington, is hosting Taylor Swift trivia from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Build a team of up to six “Masterminds.” Otherwise, “You’re On Your Own, Kid.”
There will be a themed cocktail menu and prizes for the winners.
Wednesday, June 28
16 Lots Southern Outpost
16 Lots Southern Outpost, 1 Levee Way #2118, Newport, is holding a Taylor Swift name that tune. The event will be four rounds of naming the song name and album each song was on.
Teams of six or less can participate. Prizes will go to the top teams. The event will begin at 7 p.m.
Kenton County Library
Attendees will have the opportunity to make Taylor Swift-themed friendship bracelets to wear and swap. The event will be held at the Covington Branch, 502 Scott St., from 2 p.m. through 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. through 8 p.m.
Thursday, June 29
Madison Theater
Dance like you’re 22 at the Madison Theater’s Era’s: An All Taylor Swift Dance Party.
The event at 730 Madison Ave., Covington, will have music from Swift’s discography, including some of their own “surprise songs” as Swift does on the Eras Tour.
Attendees are encouraged to dress in their favorite era and come ready to trade friendship bracelets. This event is for people 18 and older.
Doors open at 8 p.m., and the show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.
Hotel Covington
Start the weekend celebration at the Eras Tour Kickoff Party at Hotel Covington, 638 Madison Ave. The party ticket includes two cocktails for those 21 and older or two Taylor Swift-themed non-alcoholic drinks, a themed dinner, photo booths and backdrops, glitter strands for your hair and glitter tattoos, make your own friendship bracelets, and of course, music.
The party will go from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older. Check-in for the party will be in the hotel lobby. Tickets range from $85-$175.
Friday, June 30
Braxton Brewing
At 8 a.m., join Braxton at 27 W 7th St. for Holtman’s Donut Shop donuts and hot and iced coffee. This week’s theme will be Taylor Swift’s specialty donuts.
