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New York: Swift and Kelce launch multi-day wedding

PUBLISHED Jul 2, 2026, 8:22 AM ET

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New York City has begun hosting the multi-day wedding festivities of pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden, according to municipal permits and security planning details. The celebration starts Thursday, July 2, 2026, with a rehearsal dinner for about 100 guests at the Infosys Theater inside the arena, using a dedicated VIP entrance at 4 Penn Plaza. The main event on Friday, July 3, is set to draw 500 to 1,000 attendees for a ceremony on the arena floor and a reception permitted to run until 2:00 a.m. Saturday, supported by extensive street closures and security arrangements.

By James Porter | JQJO News

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Timeline of Events

August 2025 Swift and Kelce announce engagement
June 29 2026 Street permits around Garden begin
July 2 2026 Rehearsal dinner at Infosys Theater
July 2 2026 Guests enter via designated VIP entrance
July 3 2026 Main wedding doors scheduled to open
July 3 2026 Ceremony planned on main arena floor
July 3 2026 Reception permitted until early Saturday
Midday July 4 2026 Street activity permits expire

News Intelligence

If you're in New York City, expect heavy traffic around Madison Square Garden from July 2-4,
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Street closures for Swift and Kelce's wedding could slow your commute. Check local traffic reports before heading out.