How Vancouver is preparing for Taylor Swift shows [Video]

Ticketless Taylor Swift fans hoping for a “Taylgate” party in Vancouver are out of luck.

The gatherings outside venues have become a hallmark of Swift’s Eras Tour, but officials in Vancouver are actively discouraging fans without tickets to avoid the BC Place stadium district for the three shows on Dec. 6, 7 and 8.

In a media briefing Thursday, Chris May, general manager of BC Place, confirmed that areas around the stadium will be strictly limited to ticket holders for Swift’s shows, which mark the end of her record-breaking tour.

“Please, if you do not have tickets, there is no reason to Taylgate,” May said, adding that officials are “not going to alter” their plans.

“There is no designated outside gathering zone. Our focus is on keeping ticket holders and guests safe.”

When the Eras Tour touched down in Toronto this month, an unofficial Taylgate party was held at the …