By Taylor Swift The Eras tour The shows in Vienna, scheduled for August 8, 9 and 10, may be cancelled, but it hasn't dampened the spirit of Swifties in Vienna, who have transformed the city into a celebration of Taylor's music and community.
The cancellation came after Austrian authorities arrested two suspects on August 7 who were reportedly planning an attack on the concerts. According to police reports, the suspects were radicalized on the Internet and intended to carry out an attack on the Ernst Happel Stadium, where the performances were to be held.
The decision to cancel the concerts was made in coordination with Swift's management and local authorities, with the safety of the expected 65,000 spectators each night being the first priority.
In the wake of the cancellations, fans in Vienna took to the streets on August 8 to make the most of their time in the city and meet other fans.
One of the most touching scenes unfolded on Corneliusgasse, a street in Vienna that shares a name with Swift's song “Cornelia Street.” Here, fans exchanged handmade friendship bracelets and hung them from trees, reinforcing the connections they've made through Swift's music.
In a particularly sweet moment captured on video and shared on social media, two Taylor Swift fans got engaged in Vienna in their own 'Love Story'.
The touching proposal was met with cheers and tears from the assembled fans, adding a special touch of joy to an otherwise difficult day.
According to fans on social media, local businesses and cultural institutions as well they gave their support to the disappointed fans.
Many museums offered free entry to those with concert tickets, while cafes and restaurants offered free food and drinks.
In the face of fear and uncertainty, Swifties have turned a canceled concert into a celebratory celebration of resilience, music and friendship – a true reflection of Swift's spirit Eras tour.
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