Get ready for a memorable night of music and nostalgia — the “Bus to The Waterboys at 3Arena” is your ticket to an unforgettable experience on 05 September 2026. As the 2026 “Fisherman’s Blues Revue” comes to Dublin, this special concert blends the signature sound of The Waterboys with the Americana-roots flair of iconic singer-songwriter Steve Earle. Expect a rich journey through Celtic-rock history, heartfelt songwriting and electric live energy — all in one extraordinary show.
This isn’t just another gig. It’s a celebration of The Waterboys’ storied “Fisherman’s Blues” era revived with passion and depth — a musical rendezvous with legends. With Steve Earle joining the lineup (bringing guitar, mandolin, vocals) and original traditions from that golden period resurfacing, this concert promises to deliver magic, memories, and musical moments you’ll cherish. Choose to ride in comfort — let the “Bus to The Waterboys at 3Arena” handle the travel, so you can focus on soaking in the music. Join fellow fans for a seamless journey to one of Dublin’s iconic venues and arrive ready to enjoy the show.
If you’ve ever wanted to experience The Waterboys live — especially in a night that bridges decades of musical evolution — this is your chance. The blend of Celtic-rock roots, folk-rock soul, and Americana authenticity makes this concert a milestone event. Secure your spot, hop on board, and prepare to ride to a night of musical brilliance on 05 September 2026.
Planning to join the “Bus to The Waterboys at 3Arena”? Our bus service offers a convenient, stress-free way to enjoy the night: you board comfortably at your departure town and ride to the venue in Dublin, then return home same-day after the concert wraps up. No need to worry about late-night trains or uncertain transport — just sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey.
Whether you’re travelling solo or with friends, our coaches gather fans from across Ireland, making it easy to join in from wherever you are. You’ll arrive in Dublin with plenty of time (depending on traffic) to enjoy pre-concert buzz or grab a bite before the show. After the final encore, we’ll take you safely home — no overnight stays or complicated planning required. The bus departs 30 minutes after the concert ends.
As always with our bus service: seats are limited and demand is high. To guarantee your spot on the coach to 3Arena and back, booking early is strongly recommended. Secure your passage, enjoy the ride, and arrive ready for The Waterboys and Steve Earle to deliver a night to remember.
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Formed in 1983 by Scottish singer-songwriter Mike Scott, the Waterboys have carved out a unique place in music history. Over four decades, they’ve journeyed from the sweeping, epic sounds of their early “Big Music” period to a deeply personal fusion of rock, folk, Celtic soul and poetic lyricism.
The band’s most iconic chapter arguably came with their late-1980s folk-rock masterpiece Fisherman's Blues — a record that submerged rock energy into Celtic and Irish-folk traditions. That album’s embrace of fiddle, mandolin, flute and traditional rhythms marked a shift for the band, showing a willingness to evolve beyond rock’s standard boundaries.
After years of line-up changes and musical reinvention, the Waterboys announced a special 2026 tour under the banner Fisherman's Blues Revue. For this tour, the band will reunite with long-time fiddler Steve Wickham, and will also be joined by American folk-rock legend Steve Earle. Earle will not only perform songs from his iconic catalogue, but will also lend guitar, mandolin and vocals to Waterboys’ classics — creating a rare hybrid of Celtic-rock and Americana living on stage together.
Steve Earle, born in 1955 in Virginia, USA, has been a prominent figure in rock-infused country and Americana music. He emerged in the 1980s with albums like Guitar Town, which quickly gained acclaim and helped redefine alt-country with a rock-tinged spirit. Over the following decades, Earle has earned a reputation not only as a songwriter, but as a storyteller — weaving social commentary, personal reflection and raw emotion into his music.
The 2026 Fisherman’s Blues Revue marks a thrilling synthesis: the Waterboys’ Celtic-rock heritage meeting Earle’s Americana roots. The setlist is expected to draw heavily on the “Fisherman’s Blues” era — perhaps offering fresh interpretations of songs from that time, enriched with new instrumentation and cross-genre energy. According to Mike Scott, this tour promises “some of the best Waterboys shows ever,” as Steve Earle brings “Americana roots and killer songs to the party.”
Fans can anticipate a live experience where sweeping Celtic folk meets gritty Americana — with fiddle and mandolin, guitar and soulful vocals — all delivered with the passion and breadth that only decades of experience can bring. Whether you’ve followed the Waterboys since the 1980s or are discovering them for the first time alongside Steve Earle’s music, this concert promises to bridge generations and musical worlds in a single night.
While the exact setlist for the 05 September 2026 show isn’t yet released, past concerts and the Fisherman’s-Blues focus suggest a mix of classics and deeper cuts. Expect fiddle-rich arrangements, acoustic and electric blends, Celtic-folk authenticity, and perhaps reinterpretations of beloved songs under a fresh light. With Steve Earle on board, there may also be Americana-tinged rearrangements and the occasional Earle original — adding variety and breadth to the evening’s musical journey.
