Bad Religion & Dropkick Murphys Bring Punk Energy to Bank of NH Pavilion

Setlists & Snapshots: Mixtape with Bonnie’s Summer Tour 2025

Gilford, NH – August 16, 2025

On Saturday night, the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion in Gilford shook with pure punk energy as Bad Religion headlined alongside Dropkick Murphys, delivering a night that fans won’t soon forget. With supporting sets from Mainliners and a surprise nod to Haywire on the Little Hazy Stage, the lineup proved that punk rock’s fire is still burning strong.

Mainliners Set the Tone

The night opened with Mainliners, who primed the crowd for what would be an explosive evening. Their energy and raw delivery gave the audience a taste of what was to come, creating the perfect launchpad for the legendary acts that followed.

Bad Religion – Attitude & Anthems

When Bad Religion took the stage, the atmosphere immediately shifted into high gear. With decades of history behind them, they wasted no time firing off politically charged anthems and crowd favorites. The audience responded in kind—singing along, throwing themselves into the pit, and fueling the sense of unity that only a punk show can deliver. Their setlist included classics that carried both weight and urgency, reminding everyone why Bad Religion remain punk icons.

Dropkick Murphys – 30 Years of Celtic Punk Fire

By the time Dropkick Murphys stormed the stage, the crowd was more than ready. Opening with “The Boys Are Back” and “Who’s Gonna Stand Up”, they set the tone for a raucous, sing-along-heavy set.

Despite being near the end of a summer-long tour, the Murphys showed no signs of slowing down. Celebrating 30 years as a band, their energy matched – and arguably surpassed – that of their first tour days. Backed by a fiercely loyal fanbase, the set mixed Irish folk influences with punk aggression, proving why their sound has endured for three decades.

Highlights included “Middle Finger” and “First Class Loser”, which sent the pit into a frenzy of moshing and crowd-surfing. Ken Casey’s heartfelt dedication of “I Hope I Make You Proud” to his mother struck an emotional chord, balancing the chaos with sincerity.

A Night That Could Have Gone On Forever

Though venue rules required the music to stop at 11 p.m., fans clearly weren’t ready to leave. Chants and energy lingered long after the final note, a testament to the connection these bands have with their audience.

As Dropkick Murphys reminded the crowd: punk isn’t just music—it’s a lifestyle. And on this night in Gilford, that spirit was alive, loud, and unforgettable.