At which Grammy ceremony did Taylor Swift first perform “august” live?

Taylor Swift first performed “august” live at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards.

The ceremony took place on March 14, 2021. Swift performed “Cardigan,” “august,” and “willow” as a connected medley, bringing together material from Folklore and Evermore. The performance used a woodland cottage setting that matched the albums’ atmospheric, storybook presentation.

Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner accompanied Swift during the performance. It marked the first time the three musicians performed together, linking the production team behind much of Folklore with the album’s live presentation.

The appearance occurred after “august” had already become known as one of Folklore’s standout tracks, but before the annual August streaming phenomenon became as established as it is now. The Grammy performance is therefore distinct from the song’s recurring seasonal chart and streaming resurgences. It is also separate from Swift’s later performances of the track during the Eras Tour.