Pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce celebrated their wedding weekend with an unforgettable rock-and-roll duet at their rehearsal dinner, setting the stage for their lavish New York City nuptials .
The couple, both 36, officially tied the knot on July 3 at Madison Square Garden in a star-studded ceremony . According to two guests who spoke with NBC News, the bride and groom performed their favorite rock track together the night before the wedding, proving that music remained at the heart of their celebration .
While Swift opted not to take the stage during the main ceremony, she incorporated a heartfelt musical moment directly into her vows . The guests noted that the couple's personal vows left hundreds of attendees in tears, with Kelce surprisingly emerging as the more emotional of the two .
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"You would think the bride would be the one crying more, but it was actually Travis that was more emotional," one guest shared .
The intimate ceremony was officiated by Hollywood actor Adam Sandler, who managed to balance humor with sincerity throughout the proceedings . Guests described walking through a tunnel featuring photographs of the couple from childhood through their whirlwind romance, which opened into what the couple dubbed their "Secret Garden" .
Both Swift and Kelce wore white, with the "Opalite" singer stunning in a Dior gown while Kelce complemented her in a Dior tuxedo .
The reception transformed into an epic festival-style celebration with approximately 1,000 guests in attendance . Legendary musicians Paul McCartney and Stevie Nicks delivered show-stopping live performances that left attendees in awe .
The culinary experience proved equally spectacular, as the newlyweds curated a menu featuring dishes from their favorite New York City restaurants . One notable highlight included cacio e pepe prepared tableside in a cheese wheel, while guests enjoyed Ace of Spades champagne, co-owned by Jay-Z, who was also in attendance .
The celebration featured carnival-style games where guests could earn raffle tickets for designer handbags and a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle, a nod to the couple's first public date in September 2023 . Kelce famously drove Swift home in a similar vehicle after she attended her first Chiefs game .
The couple, who began dating in late 2023 and announced their engagement in August, have continued to capture public fascination with their high-profile romance . Their wedding has been described by attendees as a "pinch me moment," blending deep sentimentality with spectacular entertainment .