If you’re a fan of Taylor Swift, you probably know that she’s been on a world tour since March 2023. She’s celebrating her 10-album discography with a spectacular show that spans five continents and 151 dates. But did you know that she made history with her Eras Tour in Melbourne, Australia, on February 16, 2024?
That’s right, Swifties. Taylor Swift performed for a record-breaking crowd of 100,024 fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). It’s the largest venue in the country and the 10th largest stadium in the world. She smashed the previous record for the biggest concert attendance in Australian history. U2 held the old record, drawing 96,470 fans at the same venue in 2010.
To put that into perspective, Taylor Swift’s Melbourne show was more significant than the Super Bowl. The Super Bowl is an annual championship game only held by the National Football League (NFL) in the United States. It is widely considered to be the most-watched sporting event in the world. However, it only had an attendance of 67,430 fans at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles in 2024.
But it wasn’t just the size of the crowd that made Taylor Swift’s Melbourne show a historic event. It was also the show’s quality, which was breathtaking. Taylor Swift delivered a stunning performance. It showcased her 10-album discography. This includes her self-titled debut album in 2006 and her latest release, Midnights, in 2022.
The show was divided into 10 acts. Each act represented a different album era, with a unique theme, costume, stage design, and special effects. The fans were treated to a visual feast of colors, lights, fireworks, confetti, dancers, and props. They also enjoyed an auditory delight of 44 songs, including hits, deep cuts, and fan favorites.
Taylor crying at how big the 96,000 MCG crowd is #ERASTOURMELBOURNE #ERASTOUR #MELBOURNE #TAYLORSWIFT #MELBOURNETSTHEERASTOUR PIC.TWITTER.COM/QM91ZPVCPY
— Leon Sjogren (@Leonsjogren) FEBRUARY 16, 2024
The highlight of the show was undoubtedly the surprise appearance of Travis Kelce. He’s the star tight end of the Kansas City Chiefs and Taylor Swift’s boyfriend of two years. Kelce joined Swift on stage during the Reputation Act. Together, they performed a duet of “End Game”. This song features Ed Sheeran and Future on the album. The crowd went wild as the couple exchanged kisses and hugs. Taylor Swift declared her love for Kelce in front of the whole stadium.
Thousands of fans captured the romantic moment on their phones and cameras. It quickly went viral on social media, generating millions of likes, comments, and shares. Fans and celebrities alike expressed their admiration and support for the couple. They have been dating since they met at the Super Bowl in 2022. Kelce’s team won the championship at the event, and Swift performed the halftime show.
.Taylor Swift just told 96,000 people at the MCG that this is the biggest concert she has ever played. Welcome Taylor Swift. Melbourne is the major events capital. ❤️ @TAYLORSWIFT13 #MCG #MELBOURNE #TAYLORSWIFTERASTOUR PIC.TWITTER.COM/YNAMD2MRV2
— Steve Dimopoulos MP (@Steve_Dimo) FEBRUARY 16, 2024
The Melbourne show also featured some fantastic supporting acts. These included Paramore, Sabrina Carpenter, Gayle, and Beabadoobee. They warmed up the crowd with their hits and covers. The fans also showed their love and appreciation for Taylor Swift. They created various signs, banners, and costumes. They sang along to every word of every song.
The Eras Tour in Melbourne was not only a historic event but also an emotional one. Taylor Swift and her fans shared a special bond and a memorable night. Taylor Swift thanked her fans for their loyalty and support. She said she felt like the luckiest person in the world to do what she loves with those she loves.
Hundreds of ticketless Swifties singing their hearts out outside the MCG. Many more camped out with picnics in Yarra Park. #TAYLORSWIFT #ERASTOURMELBOURNE PIC.TWITTER.COM/EFQOZOXD0M
— Angus McIntyre (@AngusMcIntyre58) FEBRUARY 16, 2024
She ended the show with a powerful rendition of “Midnight.” Her latest album’s title track is the finale of her tour. As she sang the lyrics, “I’ll be here when the clock strikes midnight / I’ll be here when the sun comes up / I’ll be here when the world stops spinning / I’ll be here when you need me most,” the fans cheered and cried. They knew that they had witnessed something extraordinary.
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Melbourne was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It will go down in history as one of the greatest concerts ever. It was a testament to Taylor Swift’s talent, creativity, and charisma. As well as her connection with her fans and her impact on the culture. It was, in a word, magical. 🌟