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Irish Daily Mirror
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Mumford and Sons treat stunned punters at Dublin pub with surprise gig
Mumford and Sons stunned the punters at a Dublin pub after playing a surprise gig ahead of their massive Malahide show on Friday. The I Will Wait songwriters took to the stage at the famous Malahide Castle on Friday to perform a sold out show to 20,000 fans, but ahead of the show the UK folk outfit popped into an iconic Dublin city pub. On Thursday, the trio headed to the beloved O'Donoghue's Pub on Merrion Row to play a pop-up show for patrons, Dublin Live reports. There was an exciting atmosphere in the beer garden at O'Donoghue's as the group treated pub goers to a set of their classics and newer hits. The pub posted a video of the crowd belting their hearts out as the group played. One delighted fan commented on the post: "Just unbelievable!! Came over from the UK to see them tonight at Malahide Castle and got a text saying about them being at yours last night so headed over and there they were …….. life made". The outfit played a sold out show on Friday as part of their ongoing European and North American tour, following the release of their latest album Rushmere earlier this year. Gates for the show opened up at 4pm for the tens of thousands of punters ready for the show. The first opening act kicked off at 5pm, with Divorce, Odhran Murphy and Lisa Hannigan all performing before Mumford & Sons took to the stage. This year the iconic venue hosted to a spate of mega artists, kicking off with English singer Charli XCX, followed by heavy metal icons Iron Maiden, legendary singer-songwriter Neil Young, pop star Justin Timberlake, Grammy Award winner Alanis Morissette, '80s pop rock outfit Duran Duran before folk stars Mumford and Sons.
Dublin Live
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Dublin Live
Mumford & Sons surprise set at popular Dublin city pub ahead of Malahide gig
Mumford & Sons delighted Dubliners with a surprise gig at a popular city centre pub last night. The British folk band will take to the stage at Malahide Castle this evening to perform for some 20,000 fans. Ahead of the gig, the trio decided to stop by the iconic O'Donoghue's Pub on Merrion Row for an intimate pop-up show. The atmosphere in the beer garden was electric with fans being treated to a mix of the band's classics and newer hits. Their gig in Dublin tonight is part of their ongoing European and North American tour, following the release of their latest album Rushmere earlier this year. The gig is sold out but you might be able to grab some last minute resale tickets on Ticketmaster. Gates for the show open at 4pm this evening with opening acts beginning after 5pm. Attendees will be treated to performances from support acts Divorce, Odhran Murphy and Lisa Hannigan before Mumford & Sons take to the stage. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Sunday World
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Mumford & Sons play surprise acoustic set in Dublin pub ahead of Malahide gig
The intimate 'pop-up' show caught Thursday night drinkers off guard, offering a rare, personal experience with the band. Mumford & Sons popped up in O'Donoghue's Pub in Dublin. Mumford & Sons thrilled fans yesterday with a surprise acoustic set at the iconic O'Donoghue's Pub in Dublin, just a day before their much-anticipated show at Malahide Castle. The British folk-rock trio had the crowd cheering loudly on Merrion Row as they performed a mix of their beloved classics like Little Lion Man alongside newer tracks from their recently released album Rushmere. The intimate 'pop-up' show caught Thursday night drinkers off guard, offering a rare, personal experience with the band. O'Donoghue's shared several videos capturing the memorable performance on their social media channels, while the band posted a photo outside the pub this morning, writing, 'Nice one @odonoguespub that was fun!' We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Please review your details and accept them to load the content Tonight, Mumford & Sons will take the stage at Malahide Castle, performing to an expected crowd of roughly 20,000 for their sold-out gig. The Dublin date is part of their ongoing European and North American tour, following the release of Rushmere in March. O'Donoghue's has become a popular spot for surprise performances, with artists like Disclosure also playing intimate sets there in recent months.
Irish Independent
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Mumford & Sons play surprise acoustic set in Dublin pub ahead of Malahide gig
The British folk-rock trio had the crowd cheering loudly on Merrion Row as they performed a mix of their beloved classics like Little Lion Man alongside newer tracks from their recently released album Rushmere. The intimate 'pop-up' show caught Thursday night drinkers off guard, offering a rare, personal experience with the band. O'Donoghue's shared several videos capturing the memorable performance on their social media channels, while the band posted a photo outside the pub this morning, writing, 'Nice one @odonoguespub that was fun!' We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. Tonight, Mumford & Sons will take the stage at Malahide Castle, performing to an expected crowd of roughly 20,000 for their sold-out gig. The Dublin date is part of their ongoing European and North American tour, following the release of Rushmere in March. O'Donoghue's has become a popular spot for surprise performances, with artists like Disclosure also playing intimate sets there in recent months.
Irish Independent
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Mumford & Sons at Malahide Castle: Everything you need to know from stage times to travel and last-minute tickets
The trio released their new album called Rushmere earlier this year. When and where is it? Mumford & Sons play Malahide Castle in Dublin on Friday, July 4. Are there any tickets left? At the time of writing, there are a number of resale tickets available, you should only go to verified resellers such as Ticketmaster. Download your tickets to your phone in advance, in case there are internet or connectivity issues at the site. When do gates open? Gates open at 4pm. The first support act is expected on stage at 5pm with the concert set to finish at 10.45pm. Security checks will be in place, so allow time for bag searches and entry. Large bags, alcohol, umbrellas, professional cameras, and recording equipment are not permitted. Who's supporting Mumford & Sons? ADVERTISEMENT Learn more Opening the show will be Lisa Hannigan, Divorce and Odhran Murphy. What songs will they play? While setlists can vary, based on some of their recent set lists across North America fans can expect to hear: Rushmere Little Lion Man Surrender I Will Wait Believe Ghosts That We Know Lover of the Light Babel Caroline Rushmere Rockin' in the Free World Ditmas Truth Dust Bowl Dance Icarus Where It Belongs Awake My Soul Hopeless Wanderer White Blank Page The Wolf The Cave Delta Reminder Timshel How do I get to Malahide Castle? Concert-goers are strongly encouraged to use public transport, as parking is limited and traffic delays are expected. DART: Malahide Station is a 15-minute walk from the venue. Extra services typically run on concert nights — check Irish Rail for schedules. Bus: Routes H2 and 42 connect from the city centre to Malahide. Coach services: Private return buses are available via providers like Marathon Coaches, JJ Kavanagh and Irish Concert Travel — pre-booking is advised. If driving, parking must be pre-booked via the Evntz app. Follow signage on approach and allow plenty of time. What facilities are at the venue? Expect food vendors, bars, a merch stand, first aid points and an accessible viewing area. What does the weather look like? According to Met Éireann, it will be breezy or windy tomorrow. There are some brighter intervals expected early in the morning, with mostly cloudy conditions overall with outbreaks of rain and drizzle spreading from the northeast through the day. Temperatures will be highest of 16 to 18 degrees in moderate to fresh and gusty south-westerly winds.
