For more than a decade, Taylor Swift has not only ruled music charts but also the Fourth of July party scene—especially at her iconic seaside mansion in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. Since purchasing the home in 2013, Swift turned it into the ultimate destination for star-studded Independence Day celebrations, creating some of the most memorable moments in celebrity pop culture.

From all-out patriotic pool parties to low-key romantic getaways, here’s a full timeline of Swift’s Fourth of July traditions:

2013 – The Quiet Beginning

Taylor’s first summer at the Watch Hill mansion marked the start of a new tradition. The party was small and private, featuring a few close friends. Casual snapshots—barbecuing, swimming, sparklers—were posted on her Tumblr, hinting at what was to come.

2014 – A Sweet Summer

Taylor expanded the guest list to include close friends like Lena Dunham, Emma Stone, and Jaime King. Retro swimsuits, painted faces, and fun-filled games by the water were the highlights. The aesthetic was fun, carefree, and unmistakably Swift.

2015 – The Peak of ‘Squad Goals’

This was the golden era of Taylor’s Fourth of July parties. Her girl squad—Gigi Hadid, Karlie Kloss, Cara Delevingne, Martha Hunt—along with then-boyfriend Calvin Harris, created the ultimate Instagram moment. The group posed in matching red, white, and blue swimsuits, with American flags waving and fireworks in the background. It became a viral cultural moment.

2016 – The Year of Love (and Drama)

The party was once again star-studded, with Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Ruby Rose, and more in attendance. But what truly made headlines was Tom Hiddleston—Taylor’s then-boyfriend—wearing a tank top that read “I ❤️ T.S.” The moment was both adored and ridiculed online, becoming a meme almost instantly. It was the last of her large-scale 4th of July parties.

2017–2022 – The Great Silence

Following public controversies and a more reclusive period in her career, Swift quietly stepped away from hosting Fourth of July gatherings. After the fallout with Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, and her “disappearance” before the Reputation era, Swift didn’t host any known celebrations during these years. Fans speculated each summer, but the answer remained the same: no party.

2023 – The Comeback (Sort Of)

While on her Eras Tour, Taylor surprised fans with a small, low-key 4th of July celebration. Photos of Swift with Selena Gomez and the Haim sisters on her Watch Hill balcony surfaced online. Though not the massive affair of years past, it marked the quiet return of her Independence Day tradition.

2024–2025 – The Era of Taylor & Travis

With NFL star Travis Kelce now by her side, the Fourth of July has taken a new, romantic turn. In 2024, the couple hosted a quiet barbecue with close friends and family. By 2025, they were seen watching the Eras Tour Film from the poolside at the Watch Hill mansion, soaking up the sun and sharing cocktails. It wasn’t loud or flashy—but it was full of warmth, connection, and love.