Dropkick Murphys played at the March 28 No Kings Boston rally on Boston Common, continuing the band’s long-standing connection to activism, community, and working-class advocacy.

The appearance follows the band’s “For The People…In The Pit” St. Patrick’s Day tour run in Boston, which doubled as a 30th anniversary celebration of both their music and the scene that shaped them. Across multiple sold-out hometown shows, the band leaned heavily into that legacy while continuing to reinforce the message that has defined them for decades.

Throughout the week, the focus extended beyond the stage. Events included union-focused performances, charity-driven programming through The Claddagh Fund, and collaborations with artists and bands tied to the Boston punk scene.

Highlights from the run included the live debut of new material from the New England Forever split release with Haywire, guest appearances from longtime collaborators, and a return from former vocalist Al Barr for a final-night encore, his first time performing with the band since 2021.

Images from the band’s recent Boston run captured by The Concert Chronicles.

The shows also carried a strong sense of purpose. A family-focused benefit performance raised $60,000 for Franciscan Children’s Hospital, while a themed “Red Bandana Night” honored 9/11 hero Welles Crowther, reinforcing the band’s continued commitment to causes tied to their community.

That same perspective carried into the Boston rally. For nearly three decades, Dropkick Murphys have used their platform to support workers’ rights and broader social causes, and their participation in No Kings Boston continues that through a live, public-facing performance.

The band’s New England Forever split LP with Haywire is available now across digital platforms and physical formats.