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Where to find brunch, trivia during Taylor’s Chicago era

- BY KATELYN HAAS, STAFF REPORTER khaas@suntimes.com | @khaas96

It’s Taylor Swift’s Chicago era.

The “Eras tour” that’s taken over cities around the country is heading to Soldier Field, with three sold-out shows — Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

If you aren’t among those who snagged tickets or are and want more, here are a few ways you can celebrate this week.

Eras Night: Taylor Swiftinspi­red dance party

When and where: 8 tonight at Woodie’s Flat, 1535 N. Wells St.

What: The Wells Street bar will be playing all Taylor eras from “Debut” to “Midnights” with a DJ, photo wall, cocktails and photograph­ers.

Sing-along happy hour

When and where: 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Replay Lincoln Park,

2833 N. Sheffield Ave.

What: As part of the bar’s Swift pop-up running until Sunday, it will be offering $5 shots and playing the “1989” and “Reputation” albums to sing along to.

Champagne Problems: Taylor Swift brunch and day party

When and where: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Hopsmith Chicago, 15 W. Division St.

What: Celebrate the “Eras” weekend with a Swiftie-inspired brunch with photo backdrops, drinks and a DJ playing all things Taylor.

Taylor Swift ride

When and where: 12 p.m. Saturday, Equinox Lincoln Common, 2355 N. Lincoln Ave.

What: Keep those endorphins up with a cycling class with a Taylor Swift “Eras” tour playlist.

Paradise (Taylor’s version)

When and where: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday at Paradise Park, 1913 W. North Ave.

What: Anna Redman of “Bachelor” fame is having her own Swift party, with a food bar, friendship bracelet-making station and more. The event is sold out.

Burning Red: Tribute to Taylor Swift Live at Lincoln Hall

When and where: 8 p.m. Saturday, Lincoln Hall, 2424 N Lincoln Ave.

What: A Taylor Swift-based cover band will hit the stage at Lincoln Hall for a sing-along party. You can get tickets at lh-st.com.

‘In My Swifty Era’ drag brunch

When and where: 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Sunday and 2 to 3:45 p.m. Sunday at Offshore Rootop & Bar, 1000 E. Grand Ave.

What: Hang out at the rooftop bar for a Swift-themed drag brunch with performanc­es by Miss Toto, Utica, Mimi Marks and Bella DeBalle.

‘Sorry You Didn’t Get Eras Tour Tickets’ party/costume competitio­n

When and where: 7 p.m. Sunday at Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S. Ashland Ave.

What: Commiserat­e with fellow non-tour attendees, and listen to the entire setlist. Dress as your favorite Swift era, and fight for best-dressed in a costume competitio­n.

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