Taylor Swift’s Melbourne Shows Break Records with 288,000 Fans Attending

Taylor Swift expresses gratitude to her Melbourne fans for their record-breaking attendance at her Eras Tour, calling the city “the love of my life.”

Taylor Swift. PHOTO: GRAHAM DENHOLM/TAS24/GETTY

Highlights

  • Taylor Swift’s Melbourne concerts set a personal record with a total of 288,000 attendees over three nights.
  • The singer thanks her fans and acknowledges the significance of the achievement during her performance.
  • Swift’s Eras Tour continues to captivate audiences worldwide, with Sydney as the next stop.

Record-Breaking Attendance

The Eras Tour concerts in Melbourne witnessed an astonishing attendance of 288,000 fans over three nights—each night, 96,000 fans filled the Melbourne Cricket Ground, marking the largest shows of Taylor Swift’s touring career. During the final Melbourne show, the singer took a moment to express heartfelt thanks to the audience—highlighting the significance of the turnout, stating, “Melbourne, you are the love of my life. I cannot believe you, what have you done.”

In a heartfelt video shared on X (formerly Twitter), Taylor Swift expressed her awe at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, saying, “96,000 people the first night, 96,000 people the second night, 96,000 people tonight. All of that, those are all the biggest shows I’ve ever played on a tour, and you did it three times.”

A Starstruck Singer

Taylor Swift shared her awe at the record-breaking attendance, admitting to being “starstruck” by the achievement. She told the crowd, “This is the biggest show that we have done on this tour or any tour I have ever done.” The pop icon also took the opportunity to commend the opening act, Sabrina Carpenter, for her incredible performance during the Australian leg of the tour.

Continuing the Eras Tour

The huge number marks Swift's biggest shows ever played on tour
The huge number marks Swift’s biggest shows ever played on tour. JOHN SHEARER/GETTY

Following the successful shows in Melbourne, Taylor Swift is set to bring her Eras concert to Sydney’s Accor Stadium—fans eagerly anticipate another round of spectacular performances. The Eras Tour has captivated audiences worldwide, with recent performances in Tokyo and attendance at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas. The tour’s success underscores the enduring popularity and impact of Taylor Swift on the music industry.

Taylor Swift’s Melbourne concerts have not only set a new personal record for the singer but also solidified her connection with Australian fans. As the Eras Tour continues, the gratitude and excitement of Taylor Swift remain palpable, promising more unforgettable moments for Swifties around the globe.


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