Celeb planners on how MSG could become Taylor Swift's perfect wedding venue
Two elite event designers shared their thoughts on how Taylor Swift's team might transform Madison Square Garden.
Updated on: July 2, 2026 / 2:51 PM EDT / CBS News
Turning a basketball arena into a wedding venue fit for a superstar might sound intimidating. But for celebrity event planners and designers, it's just another day.
Rumors have been swirling about Taylor Swift's impending nuptials to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce . Law enforcement sources told CBS News the pair plan to tie the knot at Madison Square Garden , the iconic concert venue and basketball arena in the heart of New York City.
While the venue may seem like an odd choice to some, two celebrity event planners explained to CBS News how it could become unrecognizable by the time guests arrive — and the unique aspects the arena offers.
When it comes to planning for celebrities and high-net-worth clients, it's more like producing a "blockbuster movie" than hosting a wedding, said Larry Walshe, a London-based event designer who regularly works on weddings that cost between $5 to $10 million.
There may be hundreds of people involved in such a project, said Walshe, who recently worked on a wedding team that employed 800. Often, the "small village" of staffers will be under a non-disclosure agreement to prevent leaks, Walshe said.