THEY COULDN’T STOP SMILING… AND EVERYONE IN THE ROOM FELT IT! Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce’s Secret Garden Wedding Revealed As A Whimsical Love Story Filled With Emotional Moments And Unforgettable Memories”! Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding has been described as a night straight out of a fairytale, with sources revealing the couple were “beaming” throughout their intimate and magical celebration.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Were 'Beaming' All Night at Their 'Whimsical' Secret  Garden Wedding (Exclusive Source)

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  • Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were “beaming” all night at their “whimsical” secret garden wedding, a source tells PEOPLE exclusively
  • “A huge smile never left either of their faces,” the insider says
  • The pop star and the NFL player tied the knot at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday, July 3, with many of their celebrity friends in attendance for the occasion

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding was a truly joyful occasion.

The pop star and the NFL player, both 36, were “beaming” all night during their celebration at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, which featured a “whimsical” secret garden theme, a source tells PEOPLE exclusively.

“A huge smile never left either of their faces,” the insider says, sharing that the “fun” ambience included “so many games,” a raffle and other “added excitement” to wow their guests.

“The whole evening felt very guest-centric,” the source says. “There was always something to do, see or play. There was never a dull moment.”

NBC News reported that the party featured a number of games that earned winners raffle tickets for prizes, including designer handbags and a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle — the same make and model of the convertible that Kelce drove off in with Swift after she attended her first Chiefs game in Kansas City, Mo., in September 2023, per the outlet.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift attend the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 26, 2026 in Los Angeles
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards.Kevin Mazur/Getty

As for the couple’s wedding venue, the iconic arena was dramatically transformed into a lush, enchanting garden setting for the nuptials on July 3. “It was so whimsical inside,” the insider tells PEOPLE. “After you walked through the peach area [upon entering], everything was transformed into a rose garden.”

During the ceremony, Swift “walked down the aisle to a stage where they said ‘I do,’ ” the insider revealed, noting that her and Kelce’s vows “were about 20 minutes each” and were read from gold books. The couple provided their guests with custom-embroidered handkerchiefs for any emotional moments throughout the night.Exclusive | Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's symbolic wedding date revealed

“After the ceremony, Taylor’s mom [Andrea] invited everyone into the reception room where a stage was set up,” the source told PEOPLE, adding that Paul McCartney performed The Beatles hit “I Want to Hold Your Hand” for the crowd. Stevie Nicks, a longtime friend and mentor of Swift’s, also performed.

The screens diplay "Just T&T Married!" outside Madison Square Garden in New York, New York on July 3, 2026. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding was reportedly at Madison Square Garden
Exterior signs at Madison Square Garden read “JUST&T MARRIED!” during Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding in New York City on July 3, 2025.Sara Konradi for The Washington Post via Getty

“They are designed by Jonathan Anderson, Creative Director of Dior Women’s, Men’s and Haute Couture Collections, in close collaboration with the Bride and Groom,” the statement said.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift engaged
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce

Swift’s rep also shared that the Grammy winner and Kelce did not have bridesmaids or groomsmen. “Instead, her brother Austin Swift served as Taylor’s Man of Honor and Jason Kelce was Travis’ Best Man. The ceremony joined both families together and was officiated by friend Adam Sandler,” the statement continued.