Taylor Swift is coming to Toronto this November, whether you're "Ready for It?" or not. Cue pandemonium, road closures and Taylor Swift Toronto events and pop-ups taking place across the city to celebrate the popstar's six sold-out shows.
If you weren't lucky enough to grab tickets to the Swiftie extravaganza, fear not. There are still plenty of ways to fill that "Blank Space" in your diary. Some of Toronto's top bars and best restaurants have been swept up in the Taylor Swift Toronto hype and are offering events or menu items that give a wink to the American singer-songwriter.
"Shake It Off" with cocktails inspired by Taylor Swift song lyrics, take advantage of ticket-holder discounts and even grab yourself some free friendship bracelets. We've rounded up the best Taylor Swift Toronto events taking place this November, so "Don't Blame Us" if you don't have a good time (OK, we're stopping now.)
13 Taylor Swift Toronto events taking place this November
1. Bisha Hotel Toronto
November 14–24 | 80 Blue Jays Way
Bisha Hotel Toronto has undergone a full-blown transformation for the season of Taylor Swift in Toronto. From November 14–24, each of the hotel's seven floors, lobby and lounge will be themed to represent a different era from the iconic tour. Hotel guests can stay on the Folklore Floor, modeled after the cabin in the Eras Tour; the Red Floor; or in The Taylor suite featuring visuals from her iconic albums, custom friendship bracelets, a curated playlist and a bottle of prosecco, plus a Taylor Swift-themed canvas from local artist Nashid Chroma.
Exclusive to hotel guests, the Lover Lounge is a pre-concert hangout offering Taylor Swift-inspired cocktails, friendship bracelet crafting, a glitter station and a dedicated makeup touch-up station.
Open to the public, the rooftop restaurant Kōst and first-floor café French Made will also be offering Taylor Swift-themed treats. Sip on the floral, sparkling Lavender Haze cocktail or non-alcohol Midnight Rain mocktail version at the coastal-themed restaurant. Or stop by the café for a Lavender Lover latte or Enchanted hot chocolate and a Pain au Love Story or Dream Macaron.
2. Eras Tour Takeover at Craft Beer Market Toronto
November 14–16 and November 21–23 | 1 Adelaide St. E.
Swifties, assemble. An Eras Tour Takeover will be taking place at Craft Beer Market Toronto from November 14–16 and November 21–23. Concert-goers can enjoy 13 per cent off their bill during this period. Swifties French Blonde will be available, a special cocktail that nods to Swift’s favourite drink. And, anyone who orders the mix of elderflower, lemon and gin will get a free friendship bracelet in true Swiftie fashion.
3. Folklore Lounge at 1 Hotel Toronto
November 14–24 | 550 Wellington St. W.
The gorgeous, nature-inspired 1 Hotel Toronto is pulling out all the stops for Taylor Swift's Toronto tour. From November 14–24, the hotel's lobby bar Flora Lounge will be transformed into the Folklore Lounge with a menu of Enchanting Eras Cocktails like the Lavender Haze mocktail and tequila-forward Shake it Off. The 1 is a twist on Taylor Swift's favourite cocktail, The French Blonde, while Bad Blood is a sparkling serve featuring Grey Goose Vodka, prosecco, raspberry and pomegranate.
During a visit to the Folklore Lounge, you could also be treated to grand piano sessions playing Taylor Swift songs and exclusive Taylor Swift dance classes hosted daily in the Maple Ballroom on the lower level. On November 15 and 16, Little Words Project will hold a pop-up shop where you can stack up friendship bracelets or buy your own bead kit.
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Read more4. Pre-Swift Pizza at Prince Street Pizza
November 21–23 | 472 Front St. W.
Whether you're looking for pre-concert sustenance or mourning your ticketlessness, Prince Street Pizza has something to make Swifties smile. Available for a limited time leading up to the concert dates, the “Pre-Swift Pizza” combo promises to add a delicious twist to the pre-show festivities. In collaboration with Andrea's Cookies, Prince Street Pizza is bringing a delectable customizable combo that fans can savour from November 14–16 and November 21–23. This limited-time offer features PSP's famous New York-style pizza slices mixed with a specialty Birthday Cake cookie inspired by Taylor Swift.
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Read more5. Meet Me at Midnight Menu at Frenchy Bar et Brasserie
November 1–23 | 145 Richmond St. W.
Inside the freshly renovated Hilton Toronto, the new Frenchy Bar et Brasserie is a charming Parisian bistro that serves sophisticated dishes. To mark Taylor Swift's Toronto tour, the restaurant is partnering with Empress 1908 Gin on a special, limited time Meet Me at Midnight Menu.
From November 1 to 23, guests can enjoy cocktails named after Taylor Swift songs like Blank Space, Red and Empress Lavender Haze, featuring the purple gin, lavender and lemon. The Me! mocktail offers a "free-spirited," non-alcoholic option. Finish things off with the Lover dessert, a raspberry and pistachio buttercream cake layered with vanilla sponge.
On Saturday November 16 and Saturday November 23, learn to craft your own Empress Lavender Haze with a cocktail making class.
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Read more6. SoHo Hotel Toronto
318 Wellington St. W.
As Swifties plot out theories about where the singer will be staying during her Toronto run, we're booking into SoHo Hotel Toronto just steps away from the Rogers Centre. The Cornelia Suite Package includes a stay in a SoHo Suite or a one-bedroom suite in the SoHo Residences, official Taylor Swift concert merchandise, and a friendship bracelet to mark the occasion. And who knows — perhaps, we'll bump into Taylor Swift in the elevator.
7. The Swifty Combo at The Red Eye
111 Richmond St. W.
Head to Assembly Chef's Hall for a delicious meal deal inspired by Taylor Swift's favourite meal this November. For $22, the limited-time special includes the Red Eye cheeseburger, beef fat french fries, Red Eye gravy and chocolate milkshake, plus a Taylor Swift friendship bracelet. Chefs Hall will also run a Taylor Swift Trivia event on November 12, where first place will earn you two tickets to the Era's Tour, plus 'The Swifty Combo' for two at The Red Eye.
8. Mexican-inspired Taylor Swift cocktails at Ficoa Toronto
November 12–23 | 585 College St.
Ficoa Toronto is paying tribute to the superstar’s visit with two Mexican-inspired Swiftie cocktails available from November 12th to 23rd. You Belong With Me is a tequila-based paloma riff featuring pink bubbles, while The Man mixes smoked whisky with lemon juice, demerara syrup, egg white and Angostura bitters for a twist on the whisky sour.
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Read more9. Swiftie Snacks at Little Sister
November 14–23 | 102 Portland St.
Celebrate Taylor Swift’s Toronto return with a special "Swiftalicious Menu" at Little Sister Portland, featuring custom drinks and Dutch-Indo-inspired snacks like "Delicate" Chicken Tenders and The Kelce Poutine.
Test your Swiftie knowledge with a fun-filled trivia night on November 19 from 7 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. or during bingo night on November 20 from 7 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. Swiftalicious will be held from November 14–23, with reservations recommended.
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10. The Kyoto Blonde cocktail
Minami, 225 King St. W. Suite 100
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Ahead of the Taylor Swift Toronto dates, some of Toronto's best restaurants and bars are adding cocktails inspired by the popstar to their menu during November. Aburi sushi hotspots Minami and Miku are introducing a Japanese twist on her favourite cocktail, The French Blonde.
The Kyoto Blonde, expertly crafted by Aburi Restaurant Group’s regional beverage director, Nick Meyer, is a refreshing cocktail that combines Roku Gin, umeshu, Lillet and fresh shikuwasa juice. Topped with sakura bitters and Japanese citrus soda, it's a delightful balance of flavours and a hint of floral notes.
11. The Eras Menu at OEB Breakfast Co.
November 11–25 | Multiple Locations
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so get fuelled up for every Taylor Swift Toronto concert with a special menu from one of Toronto's favourite brunch spots. OEB is launching a limited-time menu featuring cocktails like Lavender Haze and food inspired by Taylor Swift's lyrics, like Wildest Dreams, a French-style crêpe dish with a vanilla custard filling, fresh berries, bananas and whipped cream. From November 11 to November 25, 2024, The Eras Menu (OEB's Version) will be featured at both the Toronto Street and Liberty Village locations.
12. Eras Mix cookies from Craig's Cookies
November 14–16 and November 21–23 | 65 Front St. W. Toronto
One of Toronto's favourite treat purveyors is getting in the action with a cookie collection inspired by the sounds, styles and magic of Taylor’s unforgettable musical journey. Craig's Cookies, a proudly queer-owned business, is celebrating Taylor Swift's Toronto dates with the Eras Mix, which celebrates love and inclusivity ($22). This mix is a tribute to her different eras, with six custom cookies representing each album milestone, with flavours like Unicorn Cake, which takes its pink, purple, and blue cues from Lover and Red Velvet inspired by none other than Red. The Eras Mix will only be available for purchase as a half dozen, exclusively at Craig’s Cookies Union Station location and only on Taylor’s show dates.
13. Concert Brunches at Patois
November 16 and 23 | 794 Dundas St. W.
Patois's delicious weekend brunch just got even better with their new Concert Brunches. On November 16 and 23, Taylor Swift kicks off the series. A Taylor Swift playlist will set the mood while you sip on Taylor Swift-inspired cocktails and dig into brunch dishes like chicken and waffles, jerk chicken, and eggs Benny stacked atop Jamaican patties. Concert ticket holders get double happiness with a free mimosa or orange juice. Keep an eye out for other Concert Brunches later in the year.
