Taylor Swift's Eras Tour: Navigate Your Weekend in Minneapolis
Taylor Swift is bringing The Eras Tour to Minneapolis June 23 & 24, 2023. Are you ready for it?
Getting There
With our compact downtown, navigating to and from U.S. Bank Stadium is simple. It's walkable, and has public transit that will get you to the stadium with ease.
*Please be aware, downtown Minneapolis will be busy with other events such as Pride, theater shows and other live music concerts. So make sure you plan ahead!
Public Transportation
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) & SouthWest Transit Service
If you're coming to the show from south of the Twin Cities, there are a couple bus service options for you. Ride with MVTA or SWT. Both are offering $5 round-trip rides on a Swiftie Bus to U.S. Bank Stadium. Buses will pick up fans and drop them off at their transit stations. After the concert, board the bus where we dropped you off to return home.
M.O.Tay SWIFTLIFT
Take a the SWIFTLIFT Bus from Mall of America® up to the show. Busses will depart from Mall of America® at 3pm and 4pm. Choose your date and preferred time slot. Busses will depart U.S. Bank Stadium 30 minutes after the last song ends to bring you back to MOA®. Guests 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult 21+. Round-trip is $13.
Rideshare Services
U.S. Bank Stadium has two rideshare drop-off and pick-up locations. After the show, head to 9th Avenue South between 6th Street South and 7th Street South or 3rd Street between Park Avenue and Portland Avenue to meet your ride. If these spots are overwhelmed with people, try walking farther into downtown to an intersection away from the stadium. Avoid 6th street, which will fill up with cars quickly.
METRO Bus Routes
These bus routes stop at or near U.S. Bank Stadium:
- From the north: Routes 5, 14, 22, METRO C Line & METRO D Line
- From the south: Routes 5, 7, 9, 14, 22, METRO D Line & METRO Orange Line
- From the east/west: Routes 3, 7 & 9
For more bus routes near U.S. Bank Stadium, go to Metro Transit's website.
The Light Rail
The METRO Green Line connects downtown St. Paul to downtown Minneapolis and Stadium, and the METRO Blue Line connects Minneapolis to the MSP Airport. Both lines are an efficient and affordable way to travel and stop right in front of U.S. Bank Stadium. Go to Metro Transit's website for more information about taking the Green and Blue lines to and from the show and to learn more about ticketing options.
Parking
U.S. Bank Stadium does not have a dedicated parking lot. If you need to use your getaway car, there are a variety of public and private parking ramps nearby, and metered street parking is available. Be aware that many lots may be sold out of parking spots already, and be prepared for major traffic jams after the show.
Find a list of all parking options at mplsparking.com, or reserve a parking spot ahead of time.
Road Closures and Construction Projects:
Stadium Information
Both shows have two opening acts that begin at 6:30 pm with doors opening at 4:30 pm. Swift will come onstage around 8 pm and play a three-hour set. The show is expected to end around 11:20 pm.
Getting into the Stadium
Your ticket will suggest a gate to enter through that's closest to your seats. For example, the Legacy Gate is the largest one, by the giant doors on the west end of the stadium. Reference these U.S. Bank Stadium maps to locate each gate. Arrive with enough time to pass through security checkpoints.
Bag Policy
You can still make the whole place shimmer with your Eras Tour fits while keeping your bag simple. The Clear Bag Policy is in effect for this event. Only bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” will be permitted into the stadium.
- The bag must be fully transparent. A clear bag with a logo that does not exceed 4.5” x 3.4” will be permitted into the stadium.
- Small clutch bags that are 4.5" x 6.5" with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
- A bag check will be available at DTE Plaza and near the Ticketmaster Gate.
Photography & Prohibited Items
Feel free to capture concert memories with your personal cell phone, but follow these guidelines when it comes to other cameras and devices:
- No professional or commercial cameras/photography equipment, video cameras, GoPros, audio recording devices, or tripods; no video or audio recording will be allowed (except personal cell phones)
- No cameras with detachable lenses
- No selfie sticks
- No drones
- No lights or battery packs
You can't bring any food, beverages, or illicit substance to the show, but feel free to bring in an empty, reusable plastic water bottle to fill inside the stadium. For a full list of prohibited items, visit the U.S. Bank Stadium website.
Merch
Looking to get your hands on Swiftie gear early? The merch truck will be parked by U.S. Bank Stadium Station on Thursday, June 22 from 10 am to 7 pm. Merchandise will also be available beginning at noon day of show, June 23 and 24. Please note that cash will not be accepted at any time during early merch sales and the show.
Find more related event information on U.S. Bank Stadium's website.
Now the fun stuff...
Things to Do
Explore downtown Minneapolis, go dancing at one of our night clubs or breweries, snap your picture with some iconic sites, and so much more...
Celebrate Pride
The Twin Cities Pride festival is the same weekend as The Eras Tour. Here's how to make the most out of Pride Weekend in Minneapolis!
Keep the Party Going
Whether or not you're the lucky ones who got tickets, shake it off at one of these Taylor Swift-themed parties and events happening around town!
Wednesday, June 21
7:30-9:30 pm
AC Hotel
Kickoff your PRIDE and TAYLOR SWIFT weekend with TAYLOR SWIFT MUSIC TRIVIA on Wednesday, 6/21! Benjamin and Tony will see if you have answers to their Champagne Problems! Will you be in a Lavender Haze and win it all? Or will you get stumped and cry out, “LOOK WHAT YOU MADE ME DO!”
Thursday, June 22
8:00 pm
Amsterdam Bar & Hall
An Eras Tour pre-party for Swifties by Swifties. This event is 18+
June 22-24
Inbound Brew Co
Let's polish up real nice and have some fun, all in celebration of our favorite blondie. Inbound will be your one stop shop for any and all Eras Tour partying all weekend long. Each day will have its own special happenings!
June 23-24
10:00 am, 12:30 pm & 3:00 pm
Union Rooftop
What better way to kick off the Eras Tour than with an Eras drag brunch? Plus, take in the great views from the Union Rooftop's glass enclosed space. Ticket sales go live June 4 at 10 am.
Friday, June 23
6:30 - 8:30 pm
AxeBridge Wine Co
Put your Taylor Swift knowledge to the test.
June 23-24
9:00 pm - Midnight
Green Room
KS95 & Green Room bring you the Taylor Swift Eras Party Join us the Eras Outfit contest with a chance to win Merch from the tour and a $500 Arbor Lakes gift card! They'll be playing Taylor’s Dance Party tracks all night! Event is 18+
June 23-25
10:30 pm
CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar
SWIFTIES! Don't miss the ONLY Taylor after party on a roof.
Taylor will be playing all night long, and there will be pop-up drag performances by Jade Jolie (RuPaul's Drag Race and professional Taylor look alike and others!)
Saturday, June 24
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
AxeBridge Wine Company
No matter what stage your love life is in, we know all too well that Taylor has your back. Gather up the girls, jump in your "getaway car" and come indulge in an all you can eat brunch buffet. Join AxeBridge Wine Co inside or on their beautiful patio with tons of space to party with your fellow Taylor Swift stans. Sing your heart out to our special curated playlist. See you there, Lover.
Saturday, June 24
10:30 am
The Wilderness Fitness and Coworking
Join The Wilderness Fitness & Coworking for a group session of TAYLOR SWIFT YOGA, followed by deliciously-curated, locally-made mocktails provided by Two Shakes in their speakeasy! Music will be Eras Tour themed, and Era outfits are 100% mandatory (just kidding - they're highly encouraged)!
