Merchy Christmas market allows fans meet their favourite bands

Dundalk folk group The Mary Wallopers are one of 30 acts already confirmed for the Merchy Market. Photo: Andrew McGahon

After yet another year where restrictions have - and continue to have - a severe impact on performers' earnings, the “Merchy” Christmas market is back, allowing fans to meet their favourite artists face to face, support them directly by buying merch, and also help raise money for a great cause.

What started last year as the “wacky idea” of Conor Cusack, manager to Northern Irish electronic folk pair Saint Sister, is now back and better for its second year.