Oasis Fans Flock to Dublin Pop-Up Shop Ahead of Anticipated Concert

A surge of excitement enveloped St Stephen’s Green in Dublin as fans flocked to a pop-up merchandise shop ahead of the highly anticipated return of the iconic band Oasis. Nearly a year after brothers Liam Gallagher and Noel Gallagher announced their comeback, the event marked the first time the Manchester rockers have played in Ireland since June 2009. The lively atmosphere drew a steady stream of visitors eager to purchase memorabilia ahead of their concert at Croke Park on March 16, 2024.

The pop-up shop showcased an array of merchandise, including T-shirts, hoodies, posters, and exclusive vinyl records made for the Live ’25 tour. Among the enthusiastic crowd were brothers Daniel and Niall Duffy, aged 18 and 20, from Lusk, Co Dublin. When asked about their favourite Oasis tracks, they highlighted hits such as “Rock ‘n’ Roll Star,” “Slide Away,” and “The Masterplan.”

As part of a fun interactive challenge, fans were encouraged to complete the lyrics of popular Oasis songs. While some fans excelled, others struggled; one visitor nailed several lines from “Hello,” while a group of American tourists humorously sang the wrong lyrics to “Wonderwall.” Another fan, visibly disappointed, forgot the words to “Some Might Say.”

The collaboration between Oasis and Adidas has created significant buzz, particularly as items sold out quickly during the tour lead-up. When the Irish Independent visited the shop, only one black and beige shirt remained, priced at €55. Two friends hesitated before returning the shirt to the rack, but it was snatched up immediately by a nearby shopper.

For the Duffy brothers, the experience was both thrilling and costly. Having already spent over €500 on tickets for the Saturday concert, they collectively spent nearly €400 at the pop-up shop on various items including clothes, programmes, and vinyl records. They attended a previous concert of Liam Gallagher’s during his 30th-anniversary tour, which ignited Niall’s desire to share the Oasis experience with his younger brother.

“I spent €190 on this,” Daniel noted, gesturing to his bag filled with merchandise. “It’s a tour programme, a hoodie, and two T-shirts.” The brothers managed to sidestep the frantic ticket sales that left many fans struggling for seats, having successfully entered the pre-sale ballot.

“We weren’t far off only paying for the cheapest tickets. We didn’t have to deal with the general sale,” Niall explained. Although they secured seats in the lower Hogan Stand at approximately €170 each, they expressed relief at avoiding the less desirable upper sections of the venue.

For many younger fans like the Duffy brothers, this concert signifies a long-awaited opportunity to see Oasis live. Reflecting on the return of the band, Daniel remarked, “I had a feeling it would happen at some point. I didn’t think it would happen so soon, but I was hopeful.” As the countdown to concert day continues, the excitement among fans remains palpable.