Dropkick Murphys, the renowned American-Celtic punk band, has enjoyed a tremendous musical career since its 1996 inception, amassing over half a billion streams, selling more than eight million records globally, and selling out concerts across multiple continents.
In the wake of the global pandemic in 2020, the band from Massachusetts was amongst the first to adapt to streaming performances, commencing with their “Streaming Up From Boston St Patrick’s Day” virtual performance. This successful trend continued with their pivotal “Streaming Outta Fenway” performance, which attracted over 5.9 million viewers. Their iconic hits include “Tessie”, “I’m Shipping Up to Boston”, “Rose Tattoo”, and “The State of Massachusetts.”
If you’re preparing to attend the Dropkick Murphys concert at the Iveagh Gardens in Dublin this weekend, here are some key details to note.
The band is scheduled to perform on Sunday, July 7th at Dublin’s reputed Iveagh Gardens. Doors will open at 6.30pm, with the show launching at 8pm and Dropkick Murphys taking centre stage at 9pm.
The warm-up act for the evening will be performed by the Irish punk-traditional band, Ispíní na hÉireann.
At the time this text was written, a restricted quantity of tickets remained available for purchase via Ticketmaster. It is highly recommended to buy tickets only from recognised official sources.
As for transport to and from the event, do note that there is no onsite parking available at the Iveagh Gardens. However, there are various city centre car parks, with the nearest being the Q-Park at Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre, where slot booking is achievable via q-park.ie. For those utilizing public transport, options include Luas, bus, and rail services, all of which can get you within walking distance of the venue. Consider using the journey planner at transportforireland.ie to plan your commute from any location in Ireland.
Finally, based on their recent set list from a gig in France, fans can anticipate hearing an assortment of the band’s hits.
In the concert, the following tracks are set to be played: “The Lonesome Boatman” (A cover by The Fureys), “The Boys Are Back”, “Prisoner’s Song”, “Good as Gold”, among others. For security reasons, visitors under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Only bags smaller than A4 size will be allowed inside the venue after a mandatory search.
Objects such as potential weapons, inflatables, flask, flag poles and skateboards are prohibited along with food and drinks. Note that assistance dogs are the only animals permitted. The venue is cashless, so ensure you bring card payments or ensure your phone is charged for electronic transactions because there’s no ATM on-site.
People displaying abusive behaviour, posing a safety risk or possessing illegal items could face expulsion and potentially be reported to the local police. A first aid post will be provided, attended by trained professionals.
Photography is permissible, but professional cameras or cameras with detachable lenses aren’t allowed. It is important to dress accordingly for the weather as this is an outdoor event. Current forecasts suggest sunny spells with a few showers, and temperatures ranging between 13 and 17 degrees. However, umbrellas are not permitted.