Taylor Swift Is Back on Stage! Gorgeous Photos from Her First Concert in Paris

The superstar returned to the Eras Tour on Thursday evening, kicking off a four-show run at the París La Défense Arena

Yup, she played “Paris” in Paris!

Taylor Swift kicked off the European leg of her Eras Tour on Thursday night, May 9, starting off in Paris for a four-night stand at París La Défense Arena. The singer treated fans to a 46-song setlist that included a few new surprises and some tracks off of her new album, The Tortured Poets Department. New costumes, mashups and choreography delighted the crowd, too.

As we wait for more of what’s to come as the tour covers the continent through August, check out the best photos from night one of the Eras Tour in Paris.

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In Motion

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

Taylor Swift returned to the stage on May 9 ready to “Shake It Off!”

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At the Red-y

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/GETTY

The singer continued her tradition of giving her hat to an audience member.

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Heart You

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

The heart hands were in full effect during the singer’s 46-song set.

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Standing Strong

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

And of course her backup dancers were back for all of the adventures.

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Kick Up Your Heels

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

Taylor Swift debuted some colorful new outfits during Thursday night’s show.

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Guitar Hero

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

And though much changed, a lot from the 2023 and early 2024 versions of the concert stayed the same.

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Mellow Yellow

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

Her custom Alberta Ferretti dress had her standing out in the crowd.

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To the Point

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

The smiles and sparkly bodysuits returned, too!

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Skirt the Issue

Taylor Swift performs in Paris on May 9, 2024. KEVIN MAZUR/TAS24/GETTY

One new moment included the addition of songs from the singer’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department (plus another new look, a custom Vivienne Westwood gown).

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