Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are set to host their wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York City, with preparations intensifying ahead of the July 3 ceremony. The couple plans to hold a rehearsal dinner on Thursday for around 100 guests and a larger celebration on Friday, which will continue until 4 a.m. Saturday, accommodating approximately 1,000 attendees. Security measures include a strict no-phone policy for all guests, vendors, and security personnel, as well as street closures and canopies to prevent public viewings.
Guest List Speculation
Reports suggest Blake Lively will not attend the wedding, with sources indicating her absence is due to recent legal controversies that could draw media attention. Neither Swift, Kelce, nor Lively has publicly commented on the guest list or wedding plans.
Preparations and Venue Details
Madison Square Garden has been transformed for the event, with a red carpet installed near the VIP entrance and lighting equipment being hauled in. The venue holds significant personal meaning for Swift, who has performed there since 2003 and referenced it in her lyrics. The couple’s engagement was announced in August 2025, following their public relationship that began in 2023.
Media and Fan Interest
The wedding has garnered widespread attention, with fans and media speculating about the event’s details. Swift’s team has applied for street activity permits to manage crowds and security, which will be handled by private security firms due to the NYPD’s limited resources during the Fourth of July weekend.
Taylor Swift’s Recent Activities
In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Swift held a private gathering at her Nashville home, inviting high-profile radio stars to preview her new Toy Story 5 track, I Knew It, I Knew You. The radio host Hoss Michaels confirmed the event and revealed Swift sent him a framed photo from the gathering as a gift.