The Mary Wallopers Live in Sheffield

The Mary Wallopers bring their raucous Irish folk-punk to Sheffield for a night of rowdy singalongs and political fire. Known for their live-streamed lockdown gigs that captured a hungry audience, the band—founded by brothers Charles and Andrew Hendy with Seán McKenna—have built a reputation for high-energy shows blending traditional tunes with punk attitude.

Expect a setlist drawn from albums like *The Mary Wallopers* and *Irish Rock N Roll*, described as "raucous, fun and captivating" and "songs about drinkin' and ridin'." The band's performances often carry a strong anti-fascist, pro-Palestine message, making for an atmosphere that's both celebratory and defiant. With a rotating lineup that has included members from Dundalk's music scene, the Wallopers deliver a live experience that's as unpredictable as it is infectious.

This is a chance to catch one of Ireland's most talked-about live acts in an intimate setting—a band that has gone from streaming from home to headlining festivals, always with a tin whistle in one hand and a political banner in the other.