Fans were ecstatic to see Christina Aguilera at a popular Dublin pub last night.

Christina was checking out the local scene ahead of her 3Arena gig this evening.

She was photographed hanging out with traditional Irish group Rake The Ashes at Cassidy's on Camden Street last night.

Rake The Ashes were performing in the venue. They shared pics of them with the singer on Instagram and Facebook, captioning the former "Nice visitor in Cassidys last night.."

Additionally, on Facebook, they wrote: "Very Proud tonight that christina aguilera popped into see us in Cassidys." According to the band, the evening ended with a sing-song.

Aguilera's Dublin gig is a part of her X Tour. Finnish singer Alma will open the show in the 3Arena tonight.