Ed Sheeran Surprises Boston Crowd at Irish Pub

Pop star performs with Irish folk band Beoga for St. Patrick's Day celebrations.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Ed Sheeran, the popular British singer-songwriter, held a surprise concert at an Irish pub in Boston as part of the city's St. Patrick's Day festivities. Sheeran was accompanied on stage by the Irish folk band Beoga, adding to the celebratory atmosphere.

Why it matters

Sheeran's impromptu performance at the Irish pub highlights the vibrant Irish cultural heritage and traditions that are celebrated across the United States, especially in cities with large Irish-American populations like Boston, during the month of March.

The details

The surprise concert took place at a local Irish pub in Boston, where Sheeran delighted the crowd by performing some of his hit songs alongside the traditional Irish folk music of Beoga. The event was part of the city's broader St. Patrick's Day celebrations, which include parades, festivals, and other events honoring Irish culture and history.

  • The surprise concert took place on St. Patrick's Day (March 17, 2026).

The players

Ed Sheeran

A popular British singer-songwriter known for hits like "Shape of You" and "Thinking Out Loud".

Beoga

An Irish folk band that accompanied Sheeran during the surprise concert.

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What they’re saying

“It was an incredible surprise to have Ed Sheeran join us for some traditional Irish music. The crowd went wild!”

— Seamus O'Malley, Pub owner (Boston Globe)

What’s next

Sheeran is expected to continue his tour, which includes several stops in the United States throughout the spring and summer of 2026.

The takeaway

Sheeran's impromptu performance at the Irish pub underscores the enduring popularity of Irish culture and traditions, even among mainstream artists, and the vibrant celebrations that take place across America during Irish Heritage Month.