Overview

• The name change was initiated by local fan Aleshanee Westhoff and approved by Mayor Karin Welge.
• Swift will perform three sold-out shows in Gelsenkirchen from July 17-19.
• The city will host various 'Taylor Town' festivities, including karaoke, DJ sets, and a marketplace.
• A 'Taylor Swift tram' and a new Walk of Fame stone are part of the celebrations.
• Gelsenkirchen follows other cities like Glendale and Santa Clara in renaming efforts for Swift.