Going to see Taylor Swift in Pittsburgh? Here's what you need to know:

PITTSBURGH ― Things to know if you're headed to Taylor Swift's unprecedented back-to-back concerts Friday and Saturday nights at Acrisure Stadium.

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Parking lots open at 1:30 p.m.

Stadium gates open at 4:30 p.m. VIP ticketholders in sections 1 and 2 get early entry at 3:30 p.m. at Gate A East.

The concerts are scheduled to begin at 6:25 p.m. both nights. Most recent tour dates have seen Swift take the stage between 7:55 and 8 p.m. and play until 11:15 p.m. to 11:25 p.m.

Parking & traffic

Acrisure Stadium officials say "Plan for heavy traffic on all roads, with the heaviest volume anticipated between 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Allow ample drive time and arrive no later than 4:30 p.m. to minimize the potential for delays."

All parking lots surrounding the stadium on the North Shore will be open and most at a rate of $50.

What to expect

Swift's Eras Tour has earned wide acclaim. The pop superstar has divided her concert sets into 10 segments, reflecting her nine most recent studio albums with a two-song segment of "surprise" songs that changes every show. Most shows have featured 44 or 45 songs total.

Swifties know the pop superstar loves the number 13, and since Pittsburgh is the tour's 13th city, there's reason to hope she's got something even more extra special planned.

Opening acts

Girl in Red, a Norwegian indie-pop artist performs both nights.

Gracie Abrams is the leadoff act Friday. The 23-year-old singer-songwriter supporting her debut full-length album, "Good Riddance," and last year toured with Olivia Rodrigo. Her father, J.J. Abrams, is a Hollywood producer famed for "Star Wars," 2009's "Star Trek" and TV's "Lost."

Owenn replaces Abrams on Saturday. He's a singer-songwriter who was a background dancer on Swift's 1989 Tour and Reputation Tour and played the love interest opposite Swift in her "Lover" music video.

Merchandise

Throughout the tour, Swift has set up early merchandise sales areas the day before the show (Noon-8 p.m. Thursday outside Acrisure Stadium on Art Rooney Avenue, at Gate C and at Gate A East.)

Merchandise will be available both show days inside and outside of the stadium.

Important advisory

To ensure the safety of all, fans without tickets are strongly discouraged from gathering outside of the stadium this weekend.

"The stadium and North Shore will be at maximum capacity," an Acrisure Stadium press release said. "To help alleviate traffic and gridlock around the North Shore, only ticketed guests will be allowed in parking lots."

Clear bag policy

Fans are encouraged to not bring a bag into events. If necessary, there are two options: a clear plastic bag the size of a 1-gallon Ziploc bag or a small handheld purse clutch. For more information on the bag policy, visit acrisurestadium.com.

Good to know

Acrisure is a cashless stadium.

It's a mobile-only ticket show. Tickets should be saved in your digital wallet before arriving.

Guests seated on the floor must enter through Gate 6 along Reedsdale Street. All other guests are encouraged to enter the gate listed on the ticket.

Charging stations will be available throughout the stadium.

Prohibited items

Not allowed are:

Masks or face coverings (only medical/COVID masks or religious face coverings permitted).

Clothing, costume, or personal effects that may impede view of those around or behind you.

Handcuffs or other restraint items.

Animals (except for certified disability service animals).

Chains, chain wallets, studded jewelry or spurs.

Flowers or gifts.

Coolers, thermoses, metal water bottles, cans, flasks or ice chests.

Umbrellas.

Strollers.

Noise-making devices such as air horns, bells, bullhorns, thunder sticks, whistles.

Flammables or fireworks,.

Aerosol containers, including sunscreen, pepper spray or bug spray.

Frisbees, balloons.

Food or beverages; glass or metal container of any kind.

Banners, poles, signs larger than 11-by-17-inch or light-up signs.

Audio and video recording equipment, no professional or commercial cameras/photography equipment.

Taylor in Pittsburgh

Sang the National Anthem and at halftime of the Sept. 24, 2006, Steelers game versus the Cincinnati Bengals.

2007: Feb. 16, opened for George Strait at Mellon Arena.

2007: July 17, opened for Tim McGraw and Faith Hill at Mellon Arena.

2009: Oct. 1 headlined Mellon Arena.

2011: June 18 – Speak Now tour, Heinz Field.

2013: July 6 – Red Tour, Heinz Field.

2015: June 6 – 1989 World Tour, Heinz Field.

2018: Aug 7 – Reputation, Heinz Field.

2023: June 16 & 17 – Eras Tour, Acrisure Stadium.

Scott Tady is entertainment editor at The Times and easy to reach at stady@timesonline.com.

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