Socks in the Frying Pan – UNITYFest

Get ready for an exhilarating afternoon with Socks in the Frying Pan, the multi-award-winning trio from County Clare, Ireland. Blending dazzling musicianship, tight harmonies, and playful on-stage banter, they’ve become one of the most beloved acts in Irish traditional music. Having toured across the globe and earned honors including “Live Band of the Year” from the Celtic Music Awards, Socks brings an infectious energy that turns every concert into a celebration. Doors open at 3 PM. This event is part of the 2026 UNITYFest music festival. ABOUT THE ARTISTS: “Live Band of the Year 2020” – Celtic Music Awards “Live Album of the Year 2020” – Celtic Music Awards “Celtic Top 20 of 2023” – Celtic Music Podcast Awards Socks in the Frying Pan, a multi-award-winning trio from Ennis, County Clare, Ireland—the mecca of Irish traditional music—was formed in 2014. Forged together by a fire of pure joy and passion for their art, the band comprises Shane Hayes on vocals and accordion, Calum Bell on vocals and violin, and David McKindley-Ward on vocals and guitar. Their ‘Socks Sound’ combines virtuosic musicianship with a burning passion for music and tradition, pitch-perfect harmonies, and a big splash of quick wit and banter. Their electrifying performances and on-stage charm have established them as the kingpins in the Irish Traditional Music scene today. They have toured extensively, capturing hearts in 46 US states, dozens of countries, and every continent, showcasing at renowned festivals such as the Walnut Valley Festival in Kansas, Electric Picnic in Ireland, Tønder Festival in Denmark, and the world-famous New Orleans Jazz Festival. To date, Socks in the Frying Pan have released three studio albums, each adding to their list of accolades including ‘Best New Band’, ‘Best Live Band’, ‘Album of the Year’, and ‘Best Live Performance of the Year’. Their latest release, Raw & Ríl, recorded live at Glór Theatre, was immediately awarded ‘Best Live Album’. https://socksinthefryingpan.com/ EVENT SPONSOR EVENT PARTNER Tickets Tickets are required to enter the concert, but they are free! Seating is first-come-first-served. Tickets are available through each event on our event calendar or on Eventbrite. Any questions regarding ticketing should be sent to the organizer Musical Bridges Around the World, not the venue. Check-in To help our staff and volunteers, please have your ticket ready when you get there. Staff and volunteers will be ready to scan the QR code located on your ticket (print, email, or app). Door Opening Door opening time for this event listed above. For most UNITYFest events, doors open 1 hour before the concert begins. Health & Safety Statement Musical Bridges Around the World will follow the most up-to-date safety guidelines for fine arts performance halls per the State of Texas, as well as any other measures necessary for the ensured safety of its attendees. It is within MBAW and the venue’s right and discretion as private ent...