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    Live at the Eras Tour in Downtown Indy

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    After months of preparation, the tour of eras finally arrived in Indianapolis.

    More than 200,000 fans are expected to be in downtown Indianapolis during this three-show weekend, with an estimated 70,000 in attendance each night. Nearly 90% of ticket holders are from outside Circle City and hotels are nearly full.

    IndyStar will follow all the fun, bringing you the sights and sounds of downtown Indianapolis as the last American concerts of the Eras tour to start up. Check back throughout the evening as Indy celebrates the first night.

    Indianapolis Colts Owner Jim Irsay Gives More Free Eras Tour Tickets

    If you’ve already entered to win tickets to the Eras Tour from the owner of the Indianapolis Colts, STAY IN LINE!

    Jim Irsay posted on his X (formerly Twitter) that he had six additional tickets to give away to three lucky winners and that he was turning to his previous list of participants.

    Taylor Swift flash mob erupts at Indianapolis International Airport

    Swifties passing through the Indy airport serenaded fellow travelers with a rendition of the star’s hit, “Love Story.”

    Watch: Taylor Swift flash mob at Indianapolis International Airport before concerts

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    Taylor Swift flash mob erupts at airport before Eras show

    A group of Taylor Swift fans serenaded airport travelers with a rendition of the pop star’s hit song, “Love Story.”

    Eras Tour carpooling and pick-up locations

    An autonomous carpooling pick-up area on South Street between Missouri and West streets will operate from 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Friday to Sunday.

    Only Uber, Lyft and other rideshare drivers will have access to this area. Rideshare drivers will need to drive down South West Street to pick up passengers, then can either continue south, passing under I-70, or travel westbound on Kentucky Avenue to exit the area.

    What you need to know: Are you looking for a Taylor Swift viewer? You must be at the parents’ meeting before 10 p.m.

    -Jade Jackson

    Downtown Indianapolis Road Closures

    There will be numerous road closures to manage traffic around Lucas Oil Stadium this weekend, so if you are trying to enter or exit downtown, be careful. Many surface streets and some highway exits will be closed, primarily after 11 p.m.

    See the full list: How to navigate closed roads and traffic after Taylor Swift concerts in downtown Indy

    Weather Today in Indianapolis

    The National Weather Service forecast includes sunny skies and a high of 57 degrees for Friday, dropping to a chilly 37 degrees overnight.

    Taylor Swift comes to Indianapolis: Here are all the essential details

    Will the roof of Lucas Oil Stadium be open to Taylor Swift?

    Although we’re expecting mostly good weather for a November Friday in Indy, the roof will be closed for all three shows, Lucas Oil Stadium officials said.

    Lucas Oil Stadium Bag Policy

    In general, fans should expect to be able to enter with clear bags no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″. Logos smaller than 3.4″ x 4.5″ are acceptable as long as they are on one side of the bag. Clear bags cannot be larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″, not including strap or handle. Fans may also bring a gallon size clear plastic bag.

    Non-transparent and transparent backpacks, briefcases, luggage and bags larger than the dimensions indicated above are not permitted.

    More, including what is not allowed: Here’s the baggage policy for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indy

    What to Know About Ticketmaster’s 72-Hour Ticket Transfer Policy

    In response to ticket scams involving Swift’s shows, Ticketmaster has changed the way fans can transfer tickets between accounts. Ticket transfers for Swift’s shows are now limited to a 72-hour window before the event, Ticketmaster announced earlier this month. Previously, fans could exchange their tickets at any time.

    This may not be relevant to you lucky N1 ticket holders, but N3 tickets may still be in limbo.

    Learn more: Last minute tickets to Taylor Swift in Indianapolis? Good luck with the Ticketmaster transfer rule

    How to get Eras Tour merchandise outside Lucas Oil Stadium

    The Eras Tour Merchandise Shop will be open to the public from October 30 through November 2 at the Indiana Convention Center, as well as on all levels of Lucas Oil Stadium for ticket holders.

    Find out more about times and location: How to buy Eras Tour merchandise in Indianapolis – and no, you don’t need a concert ticket

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    Reporters Alysa Guffey, Jade Jackson, Ryan Murphy and Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez contributed.

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