Jim Louvau
Taylor Swift is dropping her new record, “The Life of a Showgirl,” on October 3. No surprise, fans are excited. From drag brunches to listening parties, there are plenty of ways to join the glittery hoopla. A movie titled “The Official Release Party of a Showgirl” also opens for a three-day run the same day as the record’s release.
This new album is the pop superstar’s 12th studio full-length, and follows “The Tortured Poets Department,” which dropped an additional 15 songs just hours after it was released and was a surprise to fans who were already jazzed about the record’s 16-song track list.
We compiled a list to help you eat, drink and dance in celebration.
Taylor Swift: “The Life of a Showgirl” album release party
6:45 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2
The LOLA, 9375 W. Entertainment Blvd, Glendale
The listening itself happens at 9 p.m. at this party, but there’s plenty to do throughout the entire event. Taylor-themed cocktails and food are on the menu and vendor pop-ups will be located around the venue. Don’t worry, it’s not just about Taylor; it’s about you, too — photo opportunities are part of the mix.
Raffles and contests are also part of the fun. The first 50 guests get swag bags, and if you need to feel extra important, VIP tables with champagne service are available.
Stick around after the listening party for a late-night dance party with a DJ. Tickets are available here.
“The Life of a Showgirl” listening party
7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2
The Lounge at Found:RE, 1100 N. Central Ave.
The listening portion of the party starts at 9 p.m. at this downtown hotel lounge. The immersive experience includes themed refreshments, interactive games and the chance to connect with other Swifties to celebrate music and creativity. Tickets are available here.
The Life of a Montauk Girl brunch
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 3
The Montauk, 4360 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
If you’ve been to or by this Old Town spot on the weekend, you already know that brunch is a thing here. This event takes it to the Swift level with a menu filled with specialty cocktails like the Montauk Summer, which is a citrusy mix of vodka, lemon, and Aperol and the Lavender Haze, another vodka offering with lavender, blueberry, soda and lime.
To keep the celebratory vibe popping, the Montauk will also have a friendship bracelet-making station. The brunch menu is available until 3 p.m.
“The Official Release Party of a Showgirl” movie event
Oct. 3 to Oct. 5
Harkins, Majestic, Cinemark and AMC Theaters — multiple locations
In theaters for three days only, the movie release celebrates Swift’s new record, “Life of a Showgirl.” The movie features the premiere of the video for the song “The Fate of Ophelia” along with behind-the-scenes footage from the video shoot. It also includes Taylor’s never-before-seen personal reflections on the songs from the new album.
Life of a Showgirl: Taylor Swift drag brunch
Saturday, Oct. 4
The Hot Chick, 4363 N. 75th St., Scottsdale
This brunchtime rager is hosted by Phoenix drag icon Barbra Seville and features Taylor Swift impersonator Trinna Modelle. Let these ladies entertain you while you enjoy specialty cocktails like the Showgirl Spritz, which mixes Prosecco with orange glitter. $5 bottles of champagne are available with an entree purchase until 2 p.m. A friendship-bracelet making station will be on-site during brunch, and each guest will also receive a complimentary bracelet from the host.
The Life of a Brunch Girl
Saturday, Oct. 4 and Sunday, Oct. 5
Hash Kitchen — multiple locations
To celebrate the release of “The Life of a Showgirl,” the eatery is getting diners and Swifties in the mood with colorful fun like teal and orange mimosas inspired by the album’s color palette. There will also be Taylor-inspired temporary tattoos and DJs spinning Taylor playlists.
Taylor & Tacos
Tuesday, Oct. 7
The Hot Chick, 4363 N. 75th St., Scottsdale
This trivia night gives Swifties a perfect opportunity to test their knowledge of all things Taylor. It also coincides with National Taco Day. Can it get any better? Yep! That Showgirl Spritz that mixes orange glitter into a zippy cocktail is also on the menu.
“The Life of a Showgirl” drag brunch
11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11
Desert Ridge Improv, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd.
Espressa Grande hosts the event that features an epic cast who pays tribute to Swift’s latest record. Costumes and friendship bracelets are encouraged. Find tickets here.
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