The Eras Tour - Up to 31 degrees at Swift-concerts in Gelsenkirchen expected
Fans of Popstar Taylor Swift can prepare for heat and long sun hours at their concerts in Gelsenkirchen. Particularly in the queues before the Veltins-Arena, it could get crowded: The German Weather Service (DWD) expects peak temperatures of up to 28 degrees Celsius on Thursday, and even up to 31 degrees Celsius on Friday. It is expected to remain sunny and dry.
The US singer is playing sold-out concerts of her "Eras Tour" at both evenings for nearly 60,000 people each. The organizer FKP Scorpio stated on their website that only transparent water bottles made of soft plastic, i.e. foldable bottles, with a volume of up to 500 milliliters are allowed in the stadium. These can be refilled in the arena.
Before the stadium, drinks can be bought, but brought drinks can also be consumed. On Wednesday, some fans complained about long queues at the sales stands.
Before the opening concert of the Germany tour on Wednesday, thousands of "Swifties" had waited for hours on the field. Despite the camping ban, some had camped nearby and had been in line since early morning.
- Despite the scorching temperatures forecasted by the DWD, with predicted highs of 28 degrees Celsius on Thursday and 31 degrees on Friday, Taylor Swift's fans are eagerly anticipating her concerts at the Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia.
- As the concert times approach, leisure activities in the area surrounding the Veltins-Arena have been filled with excitement, with fans eagerly waiting in lines, some even camping out in the rain, like the devoted "Swifties" who endured hours of waiting before the opening concert on Wednesday.
- The enthusiasm for Taylor Swift's "Eras" Tour in Gelsenkirchen has been overwhelming, with both Thursday and Friday night shows sold out, allowing nearly 60,000 spectators each to experience her Music under the Solar hour.
- Organizers FKP Scorpio have implemented strict guidelines, allowing only transparent water bottles made of soft plastic with a volume of up to 500 milliliters to be brought into the Veltins-Arena, aiming to prevent long lines at the water stations inside the arena, which had been an issue for some fans the previous day.
- The past weather conditions and predictions for Gelsenkirchen have been favorable for Taylor Swift's outdoor concerts: the sun has been shining brightly during the day, making way for memorable music experiences as the concerts begin at night.
- Concertgoers are reminded to stay hydrated under the expected sunny skies, bringing their permitted water bottles and making the most of the various refreshment stands located before the entrance to the Veltins-Arena, ensuring a fulfilling leisure experience in the Pop-filled festival atmosphere.
