Taylor Swift recently announced her highly anticipated Eras tour, which will take the pop superstar across the United States in support of her record-breaking new album Midnights. With Swift’s immense popularity in Canada, many fans north of the border are wondering if the Eras tour will be making any stops up north. While Swift and her team have not yet announced any Canadian dates, there are a few clues that suggest Canadians will get to see the Eras tour live.
Swift’s History of Touring in Canada
As one of the biggest pop stars in the world, Swift has made a habit of bringing her tours to Canadian cities big and small. During her last major tour, the Reputation Stadium Tour in 2018, Swift played three shows in Canada – Toronto, Edmonton, and Vancouver. For her massive 1989 World Tour in 2015, Swift hit Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, and Montreal. Even going back to her Red Tour in 2013, Swift played Toronto and Vancouver. With Canada making up a major chunk of her touring schedule over the past decade, it seems highly likely she’ll return north of the border for the Eras Tour.
Major Canadian Cities Left Out of US Dates
Looking at the tour dates Swift has announced so far, major Canadian cities like Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Edmonton, and Calgary have been left out. Swift is playing a whopping 52 shows across the United States, hitting venues like MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Soldier Field in Chicago, and SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. But Canada’s biggest cities have yet to show up on the itinerary. With Swift having played all of these cities on recent tours, it seems intentional that they’re not included in the US dates, leaving room for a separate Canadian leg.
Swift’s Canadian Fanbase
Swift has a massive fanbase of loyal followers called Swifties, and Canada is home to millions of them. She has scored numerous multi-platinum certifications in Canada, including for albums like Red, 1989, Reputation, Lover, Folklore, and Midnights. She holds the record for the most wins at Canada’s Juno Awards, taking home 13 trophies thus far. With Canadian Swifties being so supportive of her career, it’s extremely unlikely she would overlook Canada on the Eras Tour.
What Types of Canadian Cities Could the Eras Tour Visit?
If Swift does announce Canadian tour dates, what cities seem most likely to be on the itinerary? Based on her past tours and popularity across the country, here are some of the Canadian cities that could get a Taylor Swift Eras Tour stop:
Toronto
As Canada’s largest city and a booming hub for the arts and entertainment, Toronto seems like a guarantee for the Eras Tour. Swift has played multiple sold-out shows at the Rogers Centre there in the past.
Montreal
French-Canadian culture and a thriving music scene help make Montreal a can’t-miss tour stop for major artists, and Swift is no exception. She’s played big crowds at the Bell Centre there as recently as 2015.
Vancouver
This coastal Canadian hot spot hosted Taylor during her last two major tours, so fans in Vancouver will be hopeful for a return. BC Place or Rogers Arena seem like likely venues.
Calgary
The home of the Calgary Stampede brings in lots of big touring acts each year. Swift played the Scotiabank Saddledome there on her 1989 Tour.
Edmonton
Often paired with its southern Alberta counterpart Calgary, Edmonton is another Canadian hub used to hosting Swift, with Commonwealth Stadium being a possible venue.
Winnipeg
While sometimes skipped over, Canada’s 8th largest metro area could get some Taylor love this time around, perhaps at Bell MTS Place.
Ottawa
Canada’s capital has hosted Taylor Swift before and seems a strong possibility. The Canadian Tire Centre hosted her there in 2015.
Quebec City
Swift has never played a solo show in Quebec’s capital but she did perform at Festival d’été de Québec back in 2009. Could a return to the region happen?
Saskatoon
She played Saskatoon back in 2009 and could opt to return to smaller Canadian cities like this prairie hub.
City | Past Venues Played | Potential Venues |
---|---|---|
Toronto | Rogers Centre | Rogers Centre, Scotiabank Arena |
Montreal | Bell Centre | Bell Centre |
Vancouver | BC Place, Rogers Arena | BC Place, Rogers Arena |
Calgary | Scotiabank Saddledome | Scotiabank Saddledome |
Edmonton | Commonwealth Stadium | Commonwealth Stadium |
Winnipeg | – | Bell MTS Place |
Ottawa | Canadian Tire Centre | Canadian Tire Centre |
Quebec City | Festival d’été de Québec | Videotron Centre |
Saskatoon | Credit Union Centre | SaskTel Centre |
When Could Taylor Announce Canadian Dates?
Fans eager for news of Canadian shows will likely have to wait at least a few more weeks or months. Looking back at past tours:
Red Tour
Swift announced the first leg of US dates in October 2012 followed by Canadian dates in January 2013.
1989 World Tour
US dates were revealed in November 2014 with Canadian shows announced the following January.
Reputation Stadium Tour
US cities were unveiled in November 2017 with Canada following in April 2018.
So if Swift follows a similar pattern, Canadian dates could be unveiled in early 2023. January or February announcements seem most plausible. Of course, given the unprecedented demand for the Eras Tour, Swift could always add new dates later on as well.
How Quickly Will Canadian Dates Sell Out?
Whenever Taylor Swift announces a tour, tickets are bound to sell out fast thanks to her massive fanbase. But Canadian Swifties seem to be particularly ravenous when it comes to snagging tickets to see their idol live. Looking back at past tours:
Red Tour
Toronto tickets sold out in just over an hour. Vancouver took under one minute! Even smaller markets like Saskatoon sold out in minutes.
1989 World Tour
Another lightning fast sales story. Edmonton sold out in under 10 minutes. Calgary took just 15 minutes despite adding a second show. Even Winnipeg sold out in 30 minutes.
Reputation Stadium Tour
Toronto tickets disappeared in under 20 minutes. Extra shows later added in Toronto and Edmonton also quickly sold out.
The Eras Tour has already broken major ticket sale records in the US, so Canadian dates seem destined to sell out in record time once again. Fans will need to be ready the moment sales open to have a shot at seats. StubHub and other resale sites could offer last chances for stragglers.
How Much Will Tickets Cost?
Tickets to see Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Canada will not come cheap. Here’s a look at approximate price ranges:
Nosebleeds: $125-$250
The cheapest seats will still cost fans well over $100 when fees are included.
Mid-Range: $250-$600
For lower-level seats closer to the action, expect to pay at least a few hundred dollars.
Floor: $600-$1,000+
Fans hoping for pit access or front row seats will shell out at least $600, if not over $1,000.
VIP: $1,500+
Unique VIP packages with exclusive perks could cost upward of $1,500 per ticket.
Section | Price Range |
---|---|
Nosebleeds | $125-$250 |
Mid-Range Seats | $250-$600 |
Floor Seats | $600-$1,000+ |
VIP Packages | $1,500+ |
Of course, resellers often tack on much higher markups. But the above prices reflect costs directly from Ticketmaster for new sales. Ultimately, Canadian Swifties will have to decide if the huge ticket costs are worth the lifetime memory of seeing Taylor Swift live on the Eras Tour.
What Will the Setlist Include?
Since Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour revolves around her newest album Midnights, fans can count on hearing many of those tracks live. Hits like “Anti-Hero,” “Lavender Haze,” and “You’re on Your Own, Kid” seem like safe bets. Older fan favorites will also make the cut. Here are some songs that Swift is most likely to perform on the Eras Tour’s Canadian leg:
From Midnights:
– Anti-Hero
– Lavender Haze
– Maroon
– You’re on Your Own, Kid
– Midnight Rain
– Bejeweled
– Question…?
Recent Hits:
– Cardigan
– Willow
– All Too Well (10 Minute Version)
Older Favorites:
– Shake It Off
– Blank Space
– Love Story
– I Knew You Were Trouble
– We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
– You Belong With Me
Ballads:
– Lover
– All Too Well
– Wildest Dreams
– The Archer
Of course, Swift has an incredibly deep discography of hits, so other songs are sure to rotate into the setlist as well. But fans can count on hearing a wide array of new Midnights songs along with plenty of classic throwbacks.
What Special Guests Could Appear?
Taylor Swift has some famous friends, so fans are already speculating on which ones could make surprise appearances during the Eras Tour. Here are some of the cameos Canadian Swifties would love to see:
Drake
As one of Canada’s biggest homegrown talents, Drake joining Swift onstage would blow the roof off any arena or stadium.
Shawn Mendes
Another Canadian pop export, Shawn Mendes dueting with Swift would thrill fans nationwide.
Ed Sheeran
Old friends Swift and Sheeran collaborating in Canada would be a dream – imagine a “Everything Has Changed” duet!
Lizzo
After their “You Need to Calm Down” team-up, Swift and Lizzo together live would bring the house down.
Blake Lively
Swift’s BFF Blake Lively making even just a cameo appearance would earn deafening cheers.
Ryan Reynolds
Lively’s famous husband Reynolds is Canadian – so it would be amazing for Swift’s tour to get a surprise Deadpool visit.
Justin Bieber
Fellow young pop icon Bieber joining Swift would break the internet – their vocals together would be incredible.
While these are purely speculative, Swift is known for shock guests, so fans should be prepared for anything if they get Canada Eras Tour tickets!
Conclusion
While Taylor Swift has yet to formally announce Canadian tour dates for her Eras Tour, all signs point to a highly anticipated North American leg coming soon based on massive fan demand. When dates are revealed, expect instant sellouts in all major cities across Canada thanks to Swift’s wildly devoted fans. Top ticket prices will be expensive, but Swifties know the experience of seeing one of music’s greatest showmen live will be truly priceless. The Eras Tour will be Taylor Swift’s biggest spectacle yet, and Canadian fans are hungry for their chance to be part of the action.