Travis Kelce spent 'months' preparing for Taylor Swift's birthday to make it 'extra special', says source

Despite his demanding NFL schedule, Travis Kelce reportedly spent several months meticulously planning Taylor Swift's 35th birthday celebration
UPDATED DEC 7, 2024
Travis Kelce is reportedly preparing to celebrate his girlfriend Taylor Swift’s 35th birthday with some unique surprises (Getty Images)
Travis Kelce is reportedly preparing to celebrate his girlfriend Taylor Swift’s 35th birthday with some unique surprises (Getty Images)

KANSAS CITY, KANSAS: Taylor Swift’s 35th birthday on December 13 is shaping up to be an unforgettable occasion.

As the Eras Tour wraps up this weekend, Swift is set to enjoy rare downtime, with her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, eager to make her milestone celebration unforgettable.

Travis Kelce plans to make Taylor Swift's birthday 'extra special'

Travis Kelce has reportedly been working on plans for the special day for months.

According to reports, he is leaving no stone unturned to ensure the day is as meaningful as possible for the pop star.

 “This is a milestone birthday for Taylor, so he wants to make it extra special," a source revealed to PageSix.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 15: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have dinner at Waverly Inn on October 15, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Gotham/GC Images)
 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have dinner at Waverly Inn on October 15, 2023, in New York City (Gotham/GC Images)

The insider noted that Kelce has kept his plans under wraps, sharing them solely with his inner circle to preserve the element of surprise. “Travis has only let a few of those closest to him know what he has in store for Taylor because he doesn’t want to ruin any surprises," the source told the publication.

Travis Kelce pays close attention to Taylor Swift's casual remarks

Travis Kelce has also been shopping for Taylor Swift's Christmas and birthday gifts for quite some time.

“Travis has been picking up items here and there for the past several months whenever he has a chance,” the insider said.

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 17: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs arrives at Highmark Stadium before the game against the Buffalo Bills on November 17, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York. The Bills beat the Chiefs 30-21. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images)
Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs arrives at Highmark Stadium before the game against the Buffalo Bills on November 17, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York (Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images)

Kelce has already bought some gifts of Swift's choice all because he pays close attention to her casual remarks. “Some of the gifts are things Taylor has casually mentioned she would like,” the source explained.

“Travis makes sure to always listen even when Taylor doesn’t realize he is,” the insider added.

Travis Kelce committed to make time for Taylor Swift despite packed schedule 

Despite his packed football schedule, Travis Kelce is committed to making time for Taylor Swift during the holiday season.

The source revealed, “Although he’ll be playing on Christmas and has an away game the weekend of Taylor’s birthday, Travis is going to make sure to take time out to celebrate both occasions with her.”

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Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona (Getty Images)

This isn’t the first time the couple has gone out of their way for each other. In October, Swift secretly arranged a birthday dinner for Kelce the day after his birthday.

She and her father, Scott Swift, hosted the dinner at the sushi hotspot Noka, with Kelce’s family and friends, including Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, also in attendance.

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