Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce MSG wedding week ramps up ahead of reported NYC nuptials

Are the rumors true or will we have to wait? Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's pals have been arriving at Madison Square Garden and preparations are clearly happening for an event there. What do you think? Will wedding bells chime there tomorrow?

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Brad and Kimerly Williams-Paisley said they were “truly inspired” by Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s generosity after the couple made a donation to their nonprofit as part of $26 million they gave away ahead of their wedding.

“We're truly inspired by Taylor and Travis's generosity to so many wonderful organizations, and extremely grateful that The Store is included among them," the couple told People magazine in a statement. "This gift will go a long way toward helping our neighbors facing food insecurity in Nashville. What a beautiful way to celebrate the beginning of a marriage!”

The Store is a free Nashville-based grocery store nonprofit the couple founded in 2020. It also provides health and legal help and music therapy.

Taylor Swift superfan Olivia Levin told Fox News Digital that she’s "not fully sold" on the idea that the superstar is getting married at Madison Square Garden.

“Obviously, something's happening at Madison Square Garden,” the best-selling author of “The Story of Us” told Fox News Digital. “If I had to guess, I would think it's probably a celebration like a big party with a concert and, you know, some fairytale-esque design on the inside, like, you're not gonna know you're in Madison Square Garden.”

She continued, “I'm not fully sold on there being a ceremony there, you know? I really think it is mostly a celebration.”

Levin said she wouldn’t be surprised if Swift had already gotten married to Travis Kelce privately.

“Or that's just going to be a separate thing and no one's going to know about that,” she suggested. “So... if I had to guess, it's probably just going to be one massive celebration with 1,000 people.”

Taylor Swift superfan Olivia Levin told Fox News Digital that meeting the pop star was one of the best of her life.

“So that experience was, it was one of the best of my life,” Levin, the author of “The Story of Us,” told Fox News Digital. “Truly, I brought my mom, and we went to Taylor's Holiday House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island, and spent the night with her and her family and some other fans.”

Levin said despite the old adage that people shouldn’t meet their heroes because they never live up to expectations, “She totally blew every expectation I had of her out of the water.”

“She was just so kind and when you're talking to her, she's locked in,” Levin continued. “Like the eye contact, she doesn't – doesn't matter if someone else is trying to talk to her. If she's with you, she is in that moment. And she's just so kind, and my biggest takeaway was, wow, she just a girl, like a normal girl.”

She said it blew her mind in that moment to think of her superstar status and how people care so much what she thinks and does. “But just being there, talking to her, I'm like, ‘Oh my God, she is just another one of us. She just happens to have talent, like an extreme level of talent and people love her music.’ But that was my big takeaway.”

“Her family has kept her so grounded and I hope that every fan gets the chance to meet her because they would all have the same opinion,” she said. “I've never heard a bad thing about her from people who have met her.”

Levin’s recently published book: “The Story of Us: How the Taylor Swift Fandom Changed Our Lives” is “about why the Swiftie fandom is the way it is, you know, how it's evolved over time the last two decades.”

Levin believes Swifties are so steadfast because for “two decades, Taylor was letting us in to her life, you know? Through her stories, her lyrics, and they were so detailed and so vulnerable and honest that it made her so relatable for millions of people.”

 Through her music, she said, fans felt like they got to know her.

“You know, we were there with her listening to her, the trials and tribulations of going through life, you know, the ups and downs, the failed relationships, the friendship breakups, like all the hardships that she's gone through that, you know we all experience as well throughout our lifetime,” Levin said.

She said, “It's so nice finally seeing her get her happy ending. We've been rooting for her for so long, just like we're rooting for ourselves to find our person, you know for those of us who haven't. So I feel like Taylor and Travis's love story kind of give people hope.”

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rehearsal dinner seems to be in full swing.

Lena Dunham, Swift’s musical partner Jack Antonoff, Swift’s childhood best friend Abigail Anderson, Erin Andrews, Charissa Thompson, Greg Olsen and Kelce’s childhood friend Aric Jones were seen arriving at Madison Square Garden on Thursday evening, according to People magazine.

The celebrity guests were all reportedly seen heading into the facility in formal attire for the rehearsal dinner.

Swift and Kelce's wedding is rumored to be taking place on Friday, July 3.

The wives of Travis Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs teammates are posting on social media ahead of Kelce and Taylor Swift’s reported wedding at Madison Square Garden.

Brooke Lynn posted a photo on her Instagram stories letting her followers know she was getting botox and a spray tan, leading many to wonder if she is preparing for Swift and Kelce’s big day.

Another Chiefs WAG, Gabrielle Jamison, posted a photo of her husband and her kid, with airplane emojis, insinuating she is traveling, while Laura Kirk posted the wings of an airplane on her Instagram stories, with the caption, ”lil 12 hour side quest.”

Teammates and their families are believed to be on the guest list for the big event, expected to take place at Madison Square Garden in New York City this Friday.

Swift and Kelce announced their engagement in August 2025, after they first began dating in 2023. Their relationship began after Kelce shared, he went to the Eras Tour hoping he could meet Swift and give her his number.

Taylor Swift superfan Olivia Levin told Fox News Digital on Thursday that Swifties are “so excited” for the pop star’s wedding to Travis Kelce and she’s interested in the “untouched” subjects like marriage and children the 36-year-old may soon write about.

“Oh, I think the Swifties are so excited for it," the New York Times best-selling author of “The Story of Us” said. “It's so cool to see... how she's evolved over the last two decades. And it's going to be so fun to watch her write about, you know, perhaps starting a family, having kids, being in a happy marriage with Travis.”

She continued, “So I think there are so many untouched subjects for her right now. And I can't wait for her to dive into them and, you know, write the way she did. No one writes like her. So, to finally have songs about those things written by her, it's going to be so fun to see.”

As part of the $26 million Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to various charities ahead of their rumored Friday nuptials, the couple also donated $1 million to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.

“It means a lot that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are giving back in a meaningful way to Rhode Island,” Melissa Cherney, CEO of the food bank told Fox News Digital on Thursday.

Taylor Swift's longtime friend and fellow pop star, Selena Gomez, appeared to be on her way to celebrate Swift's rumored nuptials.

Gomez rocked a black strapless gown while riding in a SUV around the city. The "Hands to Myself" singer is reportedly in the wedding party.

Reports claim Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are planning to tie the knot on July 3 at New York City's Madison Square Garden, transforming a holiday once known for backyard parties into what could become one of the biggest celebrity weddings in recent memory.

Swift and Kelce are reportedly hosting a rehearsal dinner-style event for 100 guests at Madison Square Garden's Infosys Theater tonight before the 1,000-person main event on Friday.

Privacy appeared to be the No. 1 concern for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce heading into their rumored wedding at Madison Square Garden.

Crews were seen hanging massive drapes along the windows at the Garden on Thursday before Swift and Kelce's reported wedding rehearsal where 100 guests are expected to attend.

Tents were erected outside of the arena as "No Parking" signs lined the streets ahead of closures.

Neither Travis nor Taylor has publicly commented about their rumored star-studded wedding, however reports suggest a 1,000-person celebration is slated on Friday at the venue.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have kept nearly all of the details a secret surrounding their reported wedding at Madison Square Garden.

Emails obtained by the Associated Press appeared to show that "city officials have been aware of the wedding — and its impact on city streets — for nearly a month."

"On June 8, the director of the city’s street permitting office, Dawn Tolson, emailed several City Hall staffers to discuss a permit application 'in association with the T&T wedding,' an apparent reference to Taylor and Travis," the outlet reported.

The AP noted that the application included requests for “full street closures” on July 3 and 4, under the subject line: “Wedding Bells Are Ringing.”

"No Parking" signs lined the streets outside the iconic Manhattan venue as crews cleared curbside spaces, marking the latest visible change amid growing speculation surrounding the couple's rumored celebration.

Taylor Swift's veil of secrecy remains strong surrounding her reported Friday wedding at Madison Square Garden.

When it comes down to her wedding gown, Swift may go for a "floral-inspired" dress to walk down the aisle.

"For her ceremony, I’d bet on Taylor choosing either a floral-inspired lace gown or a clean silk satin look," The Bold & Bridal founder and stylist, Samantha Levis, told Fox News Digital.

"I really would not rule out tulle either! From a design perspective, each of these elements aligns with her whimsical, dramatic and romantic aesthetic that defines both her personal style and music."

The co-owner of NWD Bridal also noted that Swift, 36, is a big fan of Vivienne Westwood, and she "wouldn’t be surprised to see a nod to the house’s signature design language."

She added, "Think striking corseted bodice and elegant draping, hallmarks of Vivienne Westwood, but interpreted in more theatrical way, likely paired with a voluminous skirt."

Fox News Digital's Stephanie Giang-Paunon contributed to this report.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding — rumored to be taking place on July 3 as part of the long holiday weekend — is not a surprise.

The popular occasion has long been part of Swift lore, thanks to headline-making July 4 parties at her Rhode Island estate.

But with the ceremony and reception reportedly so close to July 4, the timing has fueled an etiquette debate: Should marrying couples ask their guests to give up a prime summer holiday weekend just for them?

"Holiday weekends often mean higher travel costs, crowded airports and giving up time with family. But every couple has the right to choose a date that's meaningful to them," California-based etiquette expert Lisa Mirza Grotts told Fox News Digital.

"Celebrity weddings are naturally different," she added. "Many guests will gladly rearrange their schedules for an event of this significance."

Swift and Kelce are reportedly hosting a rehearsal dinner-style event for 100 guests Thursday at MSG's Infosys Theater, before a rumored 1,000-person celebration on Friday at the venue.

Fox News Digital's Jessica Mekles contributed to this report.

Traveling over the holiday weekend in Manhattan may be more challenging with a number of street closures in place near Madison Square Garden for what's rumored to be Taylor Swift's wedding.

Beginning at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 3, NYPD confirmed the following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic:

• 7th Avenue between 30th and 34th Streets
• West 33rd Street between 6th and 7th Avenues
• West 32nd Street between 6th and 7th Avenues
• West 31st Street between 6th and 7th Avenues
• West 31st Street between 7th and 8th Avenues

In addition, pedestrian traffic will be closed at the following locations:

• West side of 7th Avenue between 31st and 34th Streets
• West 33rd Street between 7th and 8th Avenues

Managed access areas will be available at the following locations:

• East side of 8th Avenue between 30th and 34th Streets
• West 33rd Street between 6th and 7th Avenues
• West 32nd Street between 6th and 7th Avenues
• West 31st Street between 6th and 7th Avenues

Police will begin towing vehicles at 11:15 p.m. Thursday if parked on West 33rd between 6th and 7th Avenues.

Taylor Swift's vehicle arrived at Madison Square Garden Thursday ahead of her rumored wedding.

It's unclear if Swift was riding in the silver Chevy Suburban which pulled into MSG earlier this afternoon.

"No Parking" signs lined the streets outside the iconic Manhattan venue as crews cleared curbside spaces, marking the latest visible change amid growing speculation surrounding the couple's rumored celebration.

The signs were specifically designated for Thursday and Friday, the two days of Swift's rumored multi-day wedding celebration.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will be dressed to impress for their reported nuptials at Madison Square Garden Friday.

Known for his love of fashion and flair, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end may go all out for his rumored wedding at "The World's Most Famous Arena."

His former tailor, Tom Marchitelli, told Page Six that Kelce may enlist the help of Louis Vuitton for his wedding ensemble.

“In my many trips to Kansas City over the years to work with him and seeing his personal closet, he’s always had an affinity for the brand, both in footwear and apparel,” Marchitelli told the outlet.

“They only do bespoke tailoring for special clientele and events. You can’t walk into a Louis Vuitton store and get that experience like you can with Tom Ford,” Marchitelli said.

Swift and Kelce are reportedly hosting a rehearsal dinner-style event for 100 guests Thursday at MSG's Infosys Theater, before a rumored 1,000-person celebration on Friday at the venue.

Taylor Swift has written songs about her, brought her to award shows and celebrated life's biggest milestones alongside her. As excitement continues to surround Swift's personal life, fans are also revisiting one of the singer's longest and closest friendships: Abigail.

Here's what to know about Swift's longtime best friend.

Swift and Abigail became friends as teenagers while attending Hendersonville High School in Tennessee.

Fans have long connected the song "Fifteen," Swift's hit from her 2008 album "Fearless," to their friendship. In the song, Swift sings about a girl named Abigail navigating first love and heartbreak during high school.

Although Swift's circle of celebrity friends has evolved over the years, Abigail has remained one of the constants in the singer's life.

Swift has publicly supported Abigail through major life events, including celebrating her wedding and sharing heartfelt birthday tributes over the years. The pair have frequently appeared together in photos posted on social media, giving fans occasional glimpses into their decades-long friendship.

The world's most famous arena reportedly isn't taking temperature requests.

Guests attending Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's reported multi-day wedding celebration apparently won't have to worry about breaking a sweat.

According to TMZ, sources familiar with the air-conditioning system at Madison Square Garden said there is no thermostat inside the arena, meaning organizers can't simply adjust the indoor temperature to 78 degrees as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani suggested as the city deals with a heat wave.

Instead, the outlet reported that the venue's climate is controlled automatically. The system determines the arena's temperature based on conditions outside the building rather than a manually selected setting.

The report comes after Mamdani publicly urged all five boroughs of the city to thermostats set at 78 degrees to help reduce strain on NYC's power grid amid soaring summer heat. 

TMZ also reported that event organizers aren't concerned about potential power issues tied to the event. Madison Square Garden has multiple generators on standby that would keep operations running until the event's reported 2 a.m. end time if necessary, according to sources.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may already be married ahead of their massive Madison Square Garden event.

Multiple sources told Page Six Thursday that the couple already said "I do" prior to rumored nuptials at the arena in Manhattan.

Swift and Kelce are reportedly hosting a 100-guest rehearsal dinner Thursday at the Infosys Theater.

Another wedding celebration is reportedly slated for July 3, and features 1,000 guests at Madison Square Garden.