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NYC Bar Closes After Swift-Kelce Barricades Leave Six Patrons

7/4/2026

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Owner Michael O’Brien said his New York City bar saw six customers on July 2, after security barricades for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s rumored July 3 wedding limited sidewalk access.
He offered the venue, contacted officials and the couple’s team, got no reply, and said NYPD claims the sidewalk is open while barriers block ends near Madison Square Garden.
Because of the traffic loss, O’Brien announced the bar will close tomorrow.

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Owner Michael O’Brien said his New York City bar saw six customers on July 2, after security barricades for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s rumored July 3 wedding limited sidewalk access.
He offered the venue, contacted officials and the couple’s team, got no reply, and said NYPD claims the sidewalk is open while barriers block ends near Madison Square Garden.
Because of the traffic loss, O’Brien announced the bar will close tomorrow.