Jillian D’Onfro

Millions of people watching the Super Bowl on Sunday will hope to catch a reaction shot of <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/29/photos-taylor-swifts-curfew-breaking-1st-night-at-levis-stadium/">Taylor Swift</a>, who’s dating Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce. But a crowd in Mill Valley will get the Bay Area’s next best thing.&nbsp;

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<p>Millions of people watching the Super Bowl on Sunday will hope to catch a reaction shot of <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/29/photos-taylor-swifts-curfew-breaking-1st-night-at-levis-stadium/">Taylor Swift</a>, who’s dating Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce. But a crowd in Mill Valley will get the Bay Area’s next best thing.&nbsp;</p>

The<a href="https://www.instagram.com/swiftybandca/?g=5"> tribute band Swifty</a> is playing a <a href="https://sweetwatermusichall.org/event/swifty-taylor-swift-tribute-sold-out/sweetwater-music-hall/mill-valley-california/">sold-out show</a> Sunday at Sweetwater Music Hall. Since the band’s first performance last spring, it has attracted enthusiastic crowds — predominantly girls between 8 and 16, who swarm to the front to dance, belt the lyrics to “Cruel Summer,” and lob friendship bracelets onto the stage. For lead singer and Swift stand-in Gillian Eichenberger, it has been a wild, surreal ride.&nbsp;

<p>The<a href="https://www.instagram.com/swiftybandca/?g=5"> tribute band Swifty</a> is playing a <a href="https://sweetwatermusichall.org/event/swifty-taylor-swift-tribute-sold-out/sweetwater-music-hall/mill-valley-california/">sold-out show</a> Sunday at Sweetwater Music Hall. Since the band’s first performance last spring, it has attracted enthusiastic crowds — predominantly girls between 8 and 16, who swarm to the front to dance, belt the lyrics to “Cruel Summer,” and lob friendship bracelets onto the stage. For lead singer and Swift stand-in Gillian Eichenberger, it has been a wild, surreal ride.&nbsp;</p>

“It’s so cool. It’s crazy. They objectively know it’s not her, but they act like it is,” she said.&nbsp;

<p>“It’s so cool. It’s crazy. They objectively know it’s not her, but they act like it is,” she said.&nbsp;</p>

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Since she started performing with Swifty, the actor-singer-drama-teacher has found herself dazzled by some of the trappings of stardom. After each show, a crowd of girls will present posters for her signature, ask her to trade bracelets, and pepper her with questions. Sometimes they just smile up at her in wonder.&nbsp;

<p>Since she started performing with Swifty, the actor-singer-drama-teacher has found herself dazzled by some of the trappings of stardom. After each show, a crowd of girls will present posters for her signature, ask her to trade bracelets, and pepper her with questions. Sometimes they just smile up at her in wonder.&nbsp;</p>

“They’re either completely wide-eyed and silent or they want to hug me and talk to me about my life,” she said. “I have not had any lead-up to having any sort of celebrity, so being treated with this awe is very strange.”

<p>“They’re either completely wide-eyed and silent or they want to hug me and talk to me about my life,” she said. “I have not had any lead-up to having any sort of celebrity, so being treated with this awe is very strange.”</p>

Taylor Swift impersonator, Gillian Lover, cosplays as one of the world's most famous popstars, Taylor Swift, for birthday parties and other events.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1153" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_003.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of excited children is cheering energetically at a concert. They're leaning over a barrier with expressions of joy and excitement." class="wp-image-364509"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The primary demographic for Swifty&#8217;s shows is 8- to 16-year-old girls, with a smattering of older women too.</figcaption></figure>


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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_003.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of excited children is cheering energetically at a concert. They're leaning over a barrier with expressions of joy and excitement." class="wp-image-364509"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The primary demographic for Swifty's shows is 8- to 16-year-old girls, with a smattering of older women too.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_003.jpg?w=2500" alt="A group of excited children is cheering energetically at a concert. They're leaning over a barrier with expressions of joy and excitement." class="wp-image-364509"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The primary demographic for Swifty&#8217;s shows is 8- to 16-year-old girls, with a smattering of older women too.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_006.jpg?w=900" alt="A singer in a sparkly purple and silver outfit performs on stage with a microphone, surrounded by other musicians and instruments." class="wp-image-364513"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Eichenberger has several sparkly jumpsuits to perform in.</figcaption></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1907" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_005.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in glittery attire talks to two children dressed in sparkly outfits. One child holds craft supplies while they appear engaged in a creative activity." class="wp-image-364512"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Even though the kids know she&#8217;s not Taylor Swift, they treat her like a celebrity.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_005.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in glittery attire talks to two children dressed in sparkly outfits. One child holds craft supplies while they appear engaged in a creative activity." class="wp-image-364512"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Even though the kids know she's not Taylor Swift, they treat her like a celebrity.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_005.jpg?w=2500" alt="A woman in glittery attire talks to two children dressed in sparkly outfits. One child holds craft supplies while they appear engaged in a creative activity." class="wp-image-364512"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Even though the kids know she&#8217;s not Taylor Swift, they treat her like a celebrity.</figcaption></figure>

The endeavor started as a whim. Eichenberger’s resemblance to TayTay had already prompted her theater students to jokingly dub her “Miss Swift.” Depending on how she styles her hair or does her makeup, the likeness has prompted people to gush and even ask for photos: “I can’t wear red lipstick out if I don’t want comments,” she quipped.

<p>The endeavor started as a whim. Eichenberger’s resemblance to TayTay had already prompted her theater students to jokingly dub her “Miss Swift.” Depending on how she styles her hair or does her makeup, the likeness has prompted people to gush and even ask for photos: “I can’t wear red lipstick out if I don’t want comments,” she quipped.</p>

When a student’s musician father suggested putting together a tribute show, she figured, why not?&nbsp;

<p>When a student’s musician father suggested putting together a tribute show, she figured, why not?&nbsp;</p>

“It was like, ‘We’ll see if anybody shows up,&#8217; and then it was like 1,000 people,” she said of that first show at a park in Ross. “We did not plan for the pandemonium that ensued.”

<p>“It was like, ‘We’ll see if anybody shows up,' and then it was like 1,000 people,” she said of that first show at a park in Ross. “We did not plan for the pandemonium that ensued.”</p>

<p>“It was like, ‘We’ll see if anybody shows up,&#8217; and then it was like 1,000 people,” she said of that first show at a park in Ross. “We did not plan for the pandemonium that ensued.”</p>

When the power cut out at one point, it didn’t even matter because of how loudly the audience was singing along. Since then, Eichenberger and the other members of Swifty have leaned into their Bay Area “Love Story.” Because several of them are Deadheads, they understand the culture of traditions, inside jokes, and fanaticism that can surround musicians.&nbsp;

<p>When the power cut out at one point, it didn’t even matter because of how loudly the audience was singing along. Since then, Eichenberger and the other members of Swifty have leaned into their Bay Area “Love Story.” Because several of them are Deadheads, they understand the culture of traditions, inside jokes, and fanaticism that can surround musicians.&nbsp;</p>

Swifty has gone from doing a sporadic show every few months to more regular bookings, including shows planned for April and May. Eichenberger bought herself several sequined outfits and a fluffy pink ballgown —&nbsp;and has upped her cardio routine.&nbsp;

<p>Swifty has gone from doing a sporadic show every few months to more regular bookings, including shows planned for April and May. Eichenberger bought herself several sequined outfits and a fluffy pink ballgown —&nbsp;and has upped her cardio routine.&nbsp;</p>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1818" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_004.jpg?w=2500" alt="Musicians perform energetically on an outdoor stage at sunset, with a lively crowd gathered around. Strings of lights hang overhead, and palm trees are visible." class="wp-image-364510"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">&#8220;There&#8217;s something magical about seeing kids inspired, when they realize that they could sing and dance like this too,&#8221; Eichenberger says.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_004.jpg?w=2500" alt="Musicians perform energetically on an outdoor stage at sunset, with a lively crowd gathered around. Strings of lights hang overhead, and palm trees are visible." class="wp-image-364510"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">"There's something magical about seeing kids inspired, when they realize that they could sing and dance like this too," Eichenberger says.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_004.jpg?w=2500" alt="Musicians perform energetically on an outdoor stage at sunset, with a lively crowd gathered around. Strings of lights hang overhead, and palm trees are visible." class="wp-image-364510"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">&#8220;There&#8217;s something magical about seeing kids inspired, when they realize that they could sing and dance like this too,&#8221; Eichenberger says.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_011.jpg?w=1500" alt="A group of nine people stand on a stage facing the camera, smiling with a large, lively crowd in the background. The setting is outdoors with trees and sunlight." class="wp-image-364519"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Each show is &#8220;a beautiful rush of joy,&#8221; the performer says.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_011.jpg?w=1500" alt="A group of nine people stand on a stage facing the camera, smiling with a large, lively crowd in the background. The setting is outdoors with trees and sunlight." class="wp-image-364519"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Each show is "a beautiful rush of joy," the performer says.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/taylor-swift_011.jpg?w=1500" alt="A group of nine people stand on a stage facing the camera, smiling with a large, lively crowd in the background. The setting is outdoors with trees and sunlight." class="wp-image-364519"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Each show is &#8220;a beautiful rush of joy,&#8221; the performer says.</figcaption></figure>

“I’ve found myself really making sure I’m in shape to be able to sing and move and keep the intensity there,” she said. “I don’t find it surprising at all that Taylor runs on the treadmill to get ready for a show.”

<p>“I’ve found myself really making sure I’m in shape to be able to sing and move and keep the intensity there,” she said. “I don’t find it surprising at all that Taylor runs on the treadmill to get ready for a show.”</p>

Every gig so far has been “this beautiful rush of joy,” Eichenberger said, and she’s scheming on ways to incorporate more outfit changes, stagecraft, and cohesive flow into her Eras tour in miniature. While she has never attended a Swift concert, she has watched hours of video.&nbsp;

<p>Every gig so far has been “this beautiful rush of joy,” Eichenberger said, and she’s scheming on ways to incorporate more outfit changes, stagecraft, and cohesive flow into her Eras tour in miniature. While she has never attended a Swift concert, she has watched hours of video.&nbsp;</p>

“She’s such a magnetic performer,” Eichenberger said. “The more that I listen and perform, the deeper my love and respect for her grows.”

<p>“She’s such a magnetic performer,” Eichenberger said. “The more that I listen and perform, the deeper my love and respect for her grows.”</p>

What it’s like to be the Bay Area’s closest thing to Taylor Swift

George Kelly

So you’ve got a highly sought-after and likely very expensive ticket to Taylor Swift&#8217;s record-breaking <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/18/taylor-swift-tour-san-francisco-supervisor-heralds-bay-areas-new-overlord/">Eras Tour</a> this weekend at Levi&#8217;s Stadium in Santa Clara—lucky you!<br><br>But, if you’ve volunteered to drive to the concert, you&#8217;ll have to park somewhere. Spots are vanishing by the hour—and ballooning in price. 

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<p>So you’ve got a highly sought-after and likely very expensive ticket to Taylor Swift's record-breaking <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/18/taylor-swift-tour-san-francisco-supervisor-heralds-bay-areas-new-overlord/">Eras Tour</a> this weekend at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara—lucky you!<br><br>But, if you’ve volunteered to drive to the concert, you'll have to park somewhere. Spots are vanishing by the hour—and ballooning in price. </p>

<p>So you’ve got a highly sought-after and likely very expensive ticket to Taylor Swift&#8217;s record-breaking <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/07/18/taylor-swift-tour-san-francisco-supervisor-heralds-bay-areas-new-overlord/">Eras Tour</a> this weekend at Levi&#8217;s Stadium in Santa Clara—lucky you!<br><br>But, if you’ve volunteered to drive to the concert, you&#8217;ll have to park somewhere. Spots are vanishing by the hour—and ballooning in price. </p>

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A survey of <a href="https://www.stubhub.com/parking-passes-only-taylor-swift-santa-clara-tickets-7-28-2023/event/151197068/?quantity=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">StubHub prices</a> Tuesday morning found a range of single-ticket parking passes, with prices ranging from $139 to $625, most of which were listed for sale in Levi’s Stadium’s Blue Lot 1 section. But Swifties with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMpqCRF7TKg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">champagne problems</a> could splash out $1,253 for a parking space at the stadium, the most expensive seen on StubHub when The Standard checked on Tuesday morning. Prices vary depending on how many ticket holders you have in your vehicle.&nbsp;

<p>A survey of <a href="https://www.stubhub.com/parking-passes-only-taylor-swift-santa-clara-tickets-7-28-2023/event/151197068/?quantity=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">StubHub prices</a> Tuesday morning found a range of single-ticket parking passes, with prices ranging from $139 to $625, most of which were listed for sale in Levi’s Stadium’s Blue Lot 1 section. But Swifties with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMpqCRF7TKg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">champagne problems</a> could splash out $1,253 for a parking space at the stadium, the most expensive seen on StubHub when The Standard checked on Tuesday morning. Prices vary depending on how many ticket holders you have in your vehicle.&nbsp;</p>

Single-ticket prices in Levi’s Green and Red lots were listed&nbsp;between $195 and $217 on Stubhub. Double-ticket spaces started at $142 in the Blue Lot, crept up to $233 in the Red section, and topped out at $256 in the Green parking area.

<p>Single-ticket prices in Levi’s Green and Red lots were listed&nbsp;between $195 and $217 on Stubhub. Double-ticket spaces started at $142 in the Blue Lot, crept up to $233 in the Red section, and topped out at $256 in the Green parking area.</p>

The San Francisco 49ers take on the Denver Broncos during a preseason game at Levi's Stadium on August 17, 2014.


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As of Tuesday morning, secondary ticket marketplace <a href="https://www.viagogo.com/Concert-Tickets/Country-and-Folk-Music/Taylor-Swift-Tickets/E-151197068?qty=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Viagogo</a> listed just over 70 single-ticket and about 60 double-ticket parking passes, ranging in price from $149 to $250, for Friday&#8217;s show. Saturday&#8217;s show listed about 130 single-ticket and about 120 double-ticket parking passes, ranging from $110 in either Blue Lot 1 or a lot at 2700 Mission College Blvd., just under a mile from the stadium.&nbsp;

<p>As of Tuesday morning, secondary ticket marketplace <a href="https://www.viagogo.com/Concert-Tickets/Country-and-Folk-Music/Taylor-Swift-Tickets/E-151197068?qty=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Viagogo</a> listed just over 70 single-ticket and about 60 double-ticket parking passes, ranging in price from $149 to $250, for Friday's show. Saturday's show listed about 130 single-ticket and about 120 double-ticket parking passes, ranging from $110 in either Blue Lot 1 or a lot at 2700 Mission College Blvd., just under a mile from the stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As of Tuesday morning, secondary ticket marketplace <a href="https://www.viagogo.com/Concert-Tickets/Country-and-Folk-Music/Taylor-Swift-Tickets/E-151197068?qty=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Viagogo</a> listed just over 70 single-ticket and about 60 double-ticket parking passes, ranging in price from $149 to $250, for Friday&#8217;s show. Saturday&#8217;s show listed about 130 single-ticket and about 120 double-ticket parking passes, ranging from $110 in either Blue Lot 1 or a lot at 2700 Mission College Blvd., just under a mile from the stadium.&nbsp;</p>

VividSeats offered a range of single-, double- and four-ticket parking passes, starting from $137 for <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/taylor-swift-parking-tickets-santa-clara-levis-stadium-parking-7-28-2023--concerts-pop/production/4189780" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Friday&#8217;s show</a> in Blue Lot 1, $193 for Green Lot spaces and $204 for Red Lot spaces. For <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/taylor-swift-parking-tickets-santa-clara-levis-stadium-parking-7-29-2023--concerts-pop/production/4181025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saturday&#8217;s show</a>, the cheapest of the stadium&#8217;s Blue Lot 1 spaces started around $106, with Green Lot 3 spaces starting at $179 and Red Lot spaces at $199.&nbsp;

<p>VividSeats offered a range of single-, double- and four-ticket parking passes, starting from $137 for <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/taylor-swift-parking-tickets-santa-clara-levis-stadium-parking-7-28-2023--concerts-pop/production/4189780" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Friday's show</a> in Blue Lot 1, $193 for Green Lot spaces and $204 for Red Lot spaces. For <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/taylor-swift-parking-tickets-santa-clara-levis-stadium-parking-7-29-2023--concerts-pop/production/4181025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saturday's show</a>, the cheapest of the stadium's Blue Lot 1 spaces started around $106, with Green Lot 3 spaces starting at $179 and Red Lot spaces at $199.&nbsp;</p>

<p>VividSeats offered a range of single-, double- and four-ticket parking passes, starting from $137 for <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/taylor-swift-parking-tickets-santa-clara-levis-stadium-parking-7-28-2023--concerts-pop/production/4189780" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Friday&#8217;s show</a> in Blue Lot 1, $193 for Green Lot spaces and $204 for Red Lot spaces. For <a href="https://www.vividseats.com/taylor-swift-parking-tickets-santa-clara-levis-stadium-parking-7-29-2023--concerts-pop/production/4181025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saturday&#8217;s show</a>, the cheapest of the stadium&#8217;s Blue Lot 1 spaces started around $106, with Green Lot 3 spaces starting at $179 and Red Lot spaces at $199.&nbsp;</p>

The $106 tickets were the cheapest nearby parking spots The Standard was able to find on Tuesday morning.&nbsp;

<p>The $106 tickets were the cheapest nearby parking spots The Standard was able to find on Tuesday morning.&nbsp;</p>

ParkWhiz is offering spaces near San Jose International Airport for $6.25—however, that is some three miles away—at 2025 Gateway Place. SpotHero’s spaces appeared to be sold out by Tuesday morning.

<p>ParkWhiz is offering spaces near San Jose International Airport for $6.25—however, that is some three miles away—at 2025 Gateway Place. SpotHero’s spaces appeared to be sold out by Tuesday morning.</p>

Some Swifties will opt to ride public transport to the event. The options are many and include <a href="https://twitter.com/SFBART/status/1683906772837494784" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BART</a>, <a href="https://www.caltrain.com/event/taylor-swift" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Caltrain</a>, <a href="https://www.capitolcorridor.org/blogs/get_on_board/take-the-capitol-corridor-to-see-taylor-swift-beyonce-and-ed-sheeran-at-levis-stadium-2023/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Capitol Corridor</a>, Altamont Commuter Express and <a href="https://www.vta.org/taylor-swift" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Valley Transportation Authority’s</a> networks.&nbsp;

<p>Some Swifties will opt to ride public transport to the event. The options are many and include <a href="https://twitter.com/SFBART/status/1683906772837494784" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BART</a>, <a href="https://www.caltrain.com/event/taylor-swift" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Caltrain</a>, <a href="https://www.capitolcorridor.org/blogs/get_on_board/take-the-capitol-corridor-to-see-taylor-swift-beyonce-and-ed-sheeran-at-levis-stadium-2023/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Capitol Corridor</a>, Altamont Commuter Express and <a href="https://www.vta.org/taylor-swift" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Valley Transportation Authority’s</a> networks.&nbsp;</p>

There are also designated ride-share service pickup and drop-off points. But for fearless Swifites seeking to dance right there in the middle of the parking lot, you’ll have to make the best of the drive to 4900 Marie P. De Bartolo Way. But be prepared. The drive home might require a getaway car.&nbsp;

<p>There are also designated ride-share service pickup and drop-off points. But for fearless Swifites seeking to dance right there in the middle of the parking lot, you’ll have to make the best of the drive to 4900 Marie P. De Bartolo Way. But be prepared. The drive home might require a getaway car.&nbsp;</p>

On a final note, Santa Clara police said they would take an educational approach to <a href="https://twitter.com/SantaClaraPD/status/1682201317811552256" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">enforcing</a> a <a href="https://twitter.com/SantaClaraPD/status/1682201320089079808" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ban</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/SantaClaraPD/status/1683641439564238848" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">tailgating</a> outside the stadium, so concertgoers should plan accordingly.

<p>On a final note, Santa Clara police said they would take an educational approach to <a href="https://twitter.com/SantaClaraPD/status/1682201317811552256" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">enforcing</a> a <a href="https://twitter.com/SantaClaraPD/status/1682201320089079808" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ban</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/SantaClaraPD/status/1683641439564238848" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">tailgating</a> outside the stadium, so concertgoers should plan accordingly.</p>

Taylor Swift parking: Prepare to pay over $100 at Levi’s Stadium for Eras Tour

The Standard Staff

Taylor Swift&#8217;s Eras Tour brought 58,000 attendees to &#8220;Swiftie Clara&#8221; Friday night for a marathon first show at Levi&#8217;s Stadium that blew past an 11 p.m. curfew and drew thousands more fans outside the venue.

<p>Taylor Swift's Eras Tour brought 58,000 attendees to "Swiftie Clara" Friday night for a marathon first show at Levi's Stadium that blew past an 11 p.m. curfew and drew thousands more fans outside the venue.</p>

<p>Taylor Swift&#8217;s Eras Tour brought 58,000 attendees to &#8220;Swiftie Clara&#8221; Friday night for a marathon first show at Levi&#8217;s Stadium that blew past an 11 p.m. curfew and drew thousands more fans outside the venue.</p>

As the South Bay city braces for a second night of Swiftie mania, here&#8217;s a look at some highlights from Eras kickoff in Santa Clara.

<p>As the South Bay city braces for a second night of Swiftie mania, here's a look at some highlights from Eras kickoff in Santa Clara.</p>

<p>As the South Bay city braces for a second night of Swiftie mania, here&#8217;s a look at some highlights from Eras kickoff in Santa Clara.</p>

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SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JULY 28: EDITORIAL USE ONLY Taylor Swift performs onstage during Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour at Levi's Stadium on July 28, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management )


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577900735.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-186416"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Taylor Swift on her first of two sold-out shows at Levi&#8217;s Stadium</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577900735.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-186416"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Taylor Swift on her first of two sold-out shows at Levi's Stadium</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577900735.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-186416"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Taylor Swift on her first of two sold-out shows at Levi&#8217;s Stadium</figcaption></figure>

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JULY 28: EDITORIAL USE ONLY Fans attend as Taylor Swift performs onstage during Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour at Levi's Stadium on July 28, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management )


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1578298888.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-186417"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Fans turned out in costume and met the singer with standing ovations.</figcaption></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1667" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1578298591.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186418"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A fairytale-themed set served as backdrop to the three-and-a-half-hour show. </figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1578298591.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186418"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A fairytale-themed set served as backdrop to the three-and-a-half-hour show. </figcaption></figure>

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JULY 28: EDITORIAL USE ONLY Este Haim, Taylor Swift, Danielle Haim and Alana Haim perform onstage during Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour at Levi's Stadium on July 28, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management )


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1653" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577807901.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186419"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Este Haim, Taylor Swift, Danielle Haim and Alana Haim perform onstage during the Eras Tour kickoff at Levi&#8217;s Stadium.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577807901.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186419"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Este Haim, Taylor Swift, Danielle Haim and Alana Haim perform onstage during the Eras Tour kickoff at Levi's Stadium.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577807901.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186419"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Este Haim, Taylor Swift, Danielle Haim and Alana Haim perform onstage during the Eras Tour kickoff at Levi&#8217;s Stadium.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1679" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1578296965.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186420"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A sold-out crowd, numerous costume changes, and surprise numbers pushed the show well past its scheduled 11 p.m. curfew. </figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1578296965.jpg?w=2500" alt="" class="wp-image-186420"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A sold-out crowd, numerous costume changes, and surprise numbers pushed the show well past its scheduled 11 p.m. curfew. </figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="2500" width="1667" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577900737.jpg?w=1667" alt="" class="wp-image-186423"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Santa Clara deemed Swift its honorary mayor for the night.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1577900737.jpg?w=1667" alt="" class="wp-image-186423"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Santa Clara deemed Swift its honorary mayor for the night.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="2500" width="1552" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1578298053.jpg?w=1552" alt="" class="wp-image-186424"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">By the time the show wrapped up at 11:38 p.m. Friday, Swift had performed some 40 songs for an audience that largly stayed standing for the duration of the show. </figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1578298053.jpg?w=1552" alt="" class="wp-image-186424"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">By the time the show wrapped up at 11:38 p.m. Friday, Swift had performed some 40 songs for an audience that largly stayed standing for the duration of the show. </figcaption></figure>

What did San Francisco search for on Google in 2023? The top 25 searches cover a wide range of topics—from the local to the international. Searches reveal interesting details about what is on the minds of people in a certain city or region. You might be surprised to see which sports figures were of keen interest to people here, and even what languages people were searching in.

<p>What did San Francisco search for on Google in 2023? The top 25 searches cover a wide range of topics—from the local to the international. Searches reveal interesting details about what is on the minds of people in a certain city or region. You might be surprised to see which sports figures were of keen interest to people here, and even what languages people were searching in. </p>

Below, take a look at San Francisco&#8217;s queries, beginning with the most-searched terms at the top.

<p>Below, take a look at San Francisco's queries, beginning with the most-searched terms at the top.</p>

<p>Below, take a look at San Francisco&#8217;s queries, beginning with the most-searched terms at the top.</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chatgpt">ChatGPT</h2>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chatgpt">ChatGPT</h2>

Standing for Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=chatgpt">ChatGPT</a> was launched by OpenAI on Nov. 30, 2022. ChatGPT kicked off an artificial intelligence awakening that continues to have plenty of steam heading into 2024. The second most popular search was the same— except with a space between &#8220;Chat&#8221; and &#8220;GPT.&#8221; Nationally, “ChatGPT” and “Chat GPT” were also the top two searches.&nbsp;

<p>Standing for Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=chatgpt">ChatGPT</a> was launched by OpenAI on Nov. 30, 2022. ChatGPT kicked off an artificial intelligence awakening that continues to have plenty of steam heading into 2024. The second most popular search was the same— except with a space between "Chat" and "GPT." Nationally, “ChatGPT” and “Chat GPT” were also the top two searches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Standing for Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=chatgpt">ChatGPT</a> was launched by OpenAI on Nov. 30, 2022. ChatGPT kicked off an artificial intelligence awakening that continues to have plenty of steam heading into 2024. The second most popular search was the same— except with a space between &#8220;Chat&#8221; and &#8220;GPT.&#8221; Nationally, “ChatGPT” and “Chat GPT” were also the top two searches.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-damar-hamlin">Damar Hamlin</h2>


On Jan. 2, 2023, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest after making a tackle on Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins. The event took place on Monday Night Football and led to the game being canceled and not continued by the NFL.&nbsp;

<p>On Jan. 2, 2023, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest after making a tackle on Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins. The event took place on Monday Night Football and led to the game being canceled and not continued by the NFL.&nbsp;</p>

First going live in September 2022, Temu gained popularity in 2023 as a marketplace consumers can get heavily-discounted goods directly from China.

<p>First going live in September 2022, Temu gained popularity in 2023 as a marketplace consumers can get heavily-discounted goods directly from China.</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-barbie-movie">Barbie Movie</h2>


Released on July 21, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/10/28/san-francisco-barbie-movie-greta-gerwig-oracle-park/">the <em>Barbie</em> movie</a>—starring Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling and more—has made more than $1.25 billion worldwide.

Costumed ‘Barbie’ movie fans packed San Francisco’s Oracle Park for screening

<p>Released on July 21, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/10/28/san-francisco-barbie-movie-greta-gerwig-oracle-park/">the <em>Barbie</em> movie</a>—starring Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling and more—has made more than $1.25 billion worldwide.</p>

A screening of this year's hit movie "Barbie" is set for Oracle Park this upcoming Halloween weekend, with tickets going on sale Monday.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FireShot-Capture-055-BARBIE-MOVIE-NIGHT-AT-ORACLE-PARK-San-Francisco-Giants-www.mlb_.com_.jpg?w=1856" alt="A screening of this year's hit movie &quot;Barbie&quot; is set for Oracle Park this upcoming Halloween weekend, with tickets going on sale Monday." class="wp-image-211350"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A preview of a screening of this year&#8217;s hit movie <em>Barbie</em> at Oracle Park.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FireShot-Capture-055-BARBIE-MOVIE-NIGHT-AT-ORACLE-PARK-San-Francisco-Giants-www.mlb_.com_.jpg?w=1856" alt="A screening of this year's hit movie &quot;Barbie&quot; is set for Oracle Park this upcoming Halloween weekend, with tickets going on sale Monday." class="wp-image-211350"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A preview of a screening of this year's hit movie <em>Barbie</em> at Oracle Park.</figcaption></figure>

<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FireShot-Capture-055-BARBIE-MOVIE-NIGHT-AT-ORACLE-PARK-San-Francisco-Giants-www.mlb_.com_.jpg?w=1856" alt="A screening of this year's hit movie &quot;Barbie&quot; is set for Oracle Park this upcoming Halloween weekend, with tickets going on sale Monday." class="wp-image-211350"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A preview of a screening of this year&#8217;s hit movie <em>Barbie</em> at Oracle Park.</figcaption></figure>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-inter-miami">Inter Miami</h2>


On July 15, soccer superstar Lionel Messi signed with Inter Miami CF of Major League Soccer.&nbsp;

<p>On July 15, soccer superstar Lionel Messi signed with Inter Miami CF of Major League Soccer.&nbsp;</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-weather-10-days">Weather 10 Days</h2>


In San Francisco, and around the United States, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=weather">the weather</a> is one of the most popular things people search for on Google.

<p>In San Francisco, and around the United States, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=weather">the weather</a> is one of the most popular things people search for on Google.</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-openai">OpenAI</h2>


<a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=openai">San Francisco’s OpenAI</a>, the company behind <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=chatgpt">ChatGPT</a>, made waves early in the year with their product and late in the year for drama involving CEO Sam Altman.

<p><a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=openai">San Francisco’s OpenAI</a>, the company behind <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=chatgpt">ChatGPT</a>, made waves early in the year with their product and late in the year for drama involving CEO Sam Altman.</p>

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaks before a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law hearing on artificial intelligence, Tuesday, May 16, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington.


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1668" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AP23136597225663.jpg?w=2500" alt="A man in a suit speaks at a hearing, people behind him, &quot;Mr. Samuel Altman&quot; sign in front. " class="wp-image-181699"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaks before a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law in May.</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AP23136597225663.jpg?w=2500" alt="A man in a suit speaks at a hearing, people behind him, &quot;Mr. Samuel Altman&quot; sign in front. " class="wp-image-181699"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaks before a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law in May.</figcaption></figure>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-high-wind-warning">High Wind Warning</h2>


Another weather-related search, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=winds">high winds</a> bring storms and can quickly spread wildfires.&nbsp;

<p>Another weather-related search, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=winds">high winds</a> bring storms and can quickly spread wildfires.&nbsp;</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-character-ai">Character AI</h2>


Character AI is a chatbot service that allows user to create characters with unique personalities. The mobile app was downloaded more than 1.5 million time in the first week following its release.&nbsp;

<p>Character AI is a chatbot service that allows user to create characters with unique personalities. The mobile app was downloaded more than 1.5 million time in the first week following its release.&nbsp;</p>

Based on the video game by the same name, <a href="https://sfstandard.com/2023/03/14/cordyceps-is-real-and-you-can-buy-it-in-chinatown-for-a-price/"><em>The Last of Us</em>,</a> starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, was a hit series for HBO in 2023.

Cordyceps is real, and you can buy it in Chinatown—for a price

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-connections">Connections</h2>


Like Wordle, Connections is a popular puzzle game from The New York Times.

<p>Like Wordle, Connections is a popular puzzle game from The New York Times.</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-vivek-ramaswamy">Vivek Ramaswamy</h2>


The 38-year-old Ramaswamy is a candidate for the Republican Party nomination in the 2024 presidential election.

<p>The 38-year-old Ramaswamy is a candidate for the Republican Party nomination in the 2024 presidential election.</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-frc-stock">FRC Stock</h2>


<a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=%22first%20republic%20bank%22">First Republic Bank</a>, based in San Francisco, was among the banks that collapsed in March.

<p><a href="https://sfstandard.com/search/?query=%22first%20republic%20bank%22">First Republic Bank</a>, based in San Francisco, was among the banks that collapsed in March.</p>

People walk by the First Republic Bank headquarters on March 13, 2023 in San Francisco, Calif. First Republic shares lost over 60 percent on Monday even after regulators took actions Sunday evening to backstop all depositors in failed Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank and offer additional funding to other troubled institutions. | Justin Sullivan/Getty Images


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img height="1704" width="2500" src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/First-Republic-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="Two people walk past a First Republic Bank branch, carrying food containers. The bank's sign and FDIC logo are visible." class="wp-image-137883"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">People walk by the First Republic Bank headquarters on March 13 in San Francisco. | Justin Sullivan/Getty Images</figcaption></figure>


<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://content.sfstandard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/First-Republic-scaled.jpg?w=2500" alt="Two people walk past a First Republic Bank branch, carrying food containers. The bank's sign and FDIC logo are visible." class="wp-image-137883"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">People walk by the First Republic Bank headquarters on March 13 in San Francisco. | Justin Sullivan/Getty Images</figcaption></figure>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-precio-del-dolar-hoy-en-mexico">Precio Del Dólar Hoy en México</h2>


The 15th-most popular search in the San Francisco area was “Precio del dolar hoy en Mexico”—which translated to English means “price of the dollar today in Mexico.”

<p>The 15th-most popular search in the San Francisco area was “Precio del dolar hoy en Mexico”—which translated to English means “price of the dollar today in Mexico.”</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-zipair">Zipair</h2>


On June 2, Zipair, the low-cost arm of Japan Airlines, announced service to San Francisco International Airport.

<p>On June 2, Zipair, the low-cost arm of Japan Airlines, announced service to San Francisco International Airport.</p>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-israel">Israel</h2>


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