A Swiftie’s Guide to Indianapolis: Everything You Need to Know for the Eras Tour
What do you call members of Taylor Swift's fandom? Swifties, of course! If you know, you know! Are any local Swifties planning to road trip or fly to Indianapolis for this leg of the worldwide Eras Tour? If so, this is the only manuscript you'll need! See what I did there?
Eras Tour: Indy Version
Taylor Swift will be making Indianapolis her home for three days during her world tour, with back-to-back performances from November 1st to the 3rd. If you haven’t booked your hotel and parking yet, you might want to hurry—thousands are flocking to the "Crossroads of America" for these sold-out shows, and options are getting limited! So let me get writing away on the "typewriter left at my apartment, straight from the tortured poets department."
Here are the closest hotels, eateries, and pre-parties to Lucas Oil Stadium. Get those friendship bracelets ready!
Lodging within 10 miles of Lucas Oil Stadium
According to booking.com, these hotels are the most affordable (under $500 a night) within 10 miles of the stadium.
- Work Crew Housing (Vacation Home) $175 a night- located 9.3 miles from the stadium this rental home is still available for concertgoers and has room for up to 14 sleeping guests.
- Tranquil Oasis- Private Rooms ( Air B&B)- Located within just three miles from Lucas Stadium and rated a 9.3 on booking.com this spot will probably be booked by the weekend.
- Norwood Inn Statefare Grounds- Right around 11 miles away from the Eras Tour headquarters. While not having the highest review rate it still has rooms available for the weekend of the concert. With nightly rates averaging around $195
- Cozy Retreat Near Fountain Square (Air B&B)- 2.8 miles from the stadium with limited availability and positive reviews. Rates are $176 a night when reserving through booking.com
- Candlewood Suites- 10.4 miles away from the stage with good ratings and some availability. $234 per night!
- Sleep Inn- 6.4 miles from the stadium with great-looking reviews and under $400 a night.
The Best Taylor Swift Concert in Indianapolis Pre-Parties
"See the lights, the party, the ball gowns"
Know where to go to have the time of your life in Indy before the "Long Live" singer/ songwriter takes the stage!
Era's Tour Pre-Party at Conrad
They are taking place at the Conrad in Indianapolis on November 1st-3rd starting at 3 pm in the lounge. Conrad invites all Swifties to come out and "shake it off" before heading for Lucas Oil Stadium! The lounge at Conrad will be decked out in mocktails, cocktails, and a special menu for the fans. The lounge will be engulfed in Taylor's biggest hits, and music videos will be displayed on screens.
The Eras Tour Drag Brunch
This event is sure to get the party started ahead of the show! Taking place on October 26th from 12 pm to 3 pm! Celebrate all of Taylor's eras with the fabulous Ana Crusis and friends! From bottomless mimosas and an extravagant buffet, it'll be a show-stopping affair. Please remember to bring your ID if you are 21 and up for the mimosas! The brunch is being held on the 36th floor of the Skyline Club!
Blooms & Beats- A Taylor Swift Event
Welcome to the Blooms and Beats pre-party! Come make your own custom floral crowns or wrapped bouquets while enjoying a trip down memory lane through all of Taylor's eras from Debut to The Tortured Poets Department! This Tay-themed event is presented by Flower Boys and Mixo of Indy. Enjoy mocktails and cocktails that fit the theme of the day. Being held on Friday, November first and second starting at 10 am on Friday and 2 pm on Saturday.
Tay/Gate
Indiana State Museum wants to know, are you ready for it? We are all familiar with the term tailgating prior to sporting events, but perhaps Swift fans have taken this tradition to another level.
Tay/Gate at the Indiana State Museum will be set up for all Swift fans to come out and be a part of during the duration of concert weekend in Indy. Starting at 3 pm daily during eras weekend and continuing to 7 pm. Find out more by visiting the link below!
Where to Park in Downtown Indy
"You walk me to the car and you know I wanna ask you to dance right there in the middle of the parking lot," in Indianapolis for the Eras Tour! These locations are going to be your best bet for parking your "Range Rovers and Jaguars," without having to drive your "New Maserati down a dead-end street."
When it comes to parking reservations spothero.com is the only click you need to make, according to their website, these are the top 10 locations with the closest proximity to the hub of the biggest party of the year. Note that I said closest in walking distance not, easiest on the wallet (insert cringe face emoji right about here).
- 577 S Missouri (624 South Missouri St.) - Jobsite Supply Lot $225
- 42 S. Missouri St.- Washington Street Garage $60
- 240 S Pennsylvania St - Box Car Lot $75
- 450 W Merrill St. - Merrill Street Lot $200
- 25 E South St. - Lot $150
- 130 S Illinois St. World of Wonders - Garage $79.99
- 701 Kentucky Ave. - Lot $110
- 284 W Washington St. (10 S Capitol St.) - Capitol Common Garage $100
- Horseshoe-Brown- Silver- Black Lots $100
- 49 W Maryland St. - Red Garage $59.99
Also, there are mobile apps you can download as well, here are some of the top-rated by concertgoers!
Great Reviews for Eateries in Downtown Indy
- Agave & Rye Indianapolis on Delaware St. - 4.5 rating on Google reviews
- The Eagle on Mass. Ave.- 4.5 rating on Google reviews
- Yard House on W. Maryland St.- 4.5 on Google reviews
- The Fountain Room on Mass. Ave- 4.6 ratings on google
- Union 50 on N. East Street- has 4.6 stars on Google reviews
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