NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Fans are gearing up for the first night of Taylor Swift's "Eras" Tour in New Orleans at the Caesars Superdome. News with a Twist: The Big Tour Fans waited in line for several hours to get exclusive merchandise for the big shows. The merchandise sales were going on at the Smoothie King Center today and will continue to be open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 and then again on Saturday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Oct. 27. Taylor Swift gives a local 11-year old “Swiftie” her autographed hat As a reminder, no fans will be allowed in Champions Square or the Caesars Superdome if they do not have a ticket to one of the concerts. Once fans are inside, they will not be allowed to leave and then come back. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Post Friday night concert forecast & traffic House Speaker Mike Johnson votes early and campaigns for Republican Party Is credit card debt settlement a good idea? Scott attorney disbarred, ordered to pay restitution to former clients 13 year-old dies subway surfing doing 'awful' TikTok challenge