Everything you need to know about Gerry Cinnamon's huge Hampden Park shows

He played two homecoming gigs

Author: Hazel ScottPublished 14th Jul 2022
Last updated 18th Jul 2022

To round off his incredible 2022 tour, Scottish singer Gerry Cinnamon played two massive shows at Hampden Park. To fans' delight, after his Saturday 16th July gig sold out, he added an extra show which took place on Sunday 17th July.

Before this, his tour had taken him to Nottingham, Swansea, Cardiff, Killarney, Cork, Dublin, and Belfast, and we've put together everything you need to know about his Glasgow shows, including how to get to Hampden Park and who supported Gerry Cinnamon.

Where did Gerry Cinnamon play in Scotland?

Gerry played two shows at Scotland's National Stadium Hampden Park in his hometown of Glasgow in July.

Speaking about the two Glasgow gigs, he wrote: 'Quiet weekend. 😂

'Didn’t think it would be that emotional tbh. Not easy to process let alone put into words. The vibe and volume was indescribable. Hope all had a good time and a proper sing song cos that’s what it’s all about.'

When did Gerry Cinnamon play in Scotland?

Gerry Cinnamon played at Hampden Park on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th July.

After the first night sold out he took to social media to announce the second date, writing: 'Hampden round two. Finally happening. The Saturday’s been sold out for years so about time I announced an extra night. Some line-up. Some weekend.'

How can I get tickets to see Gerry Cinnamon?

Tickets to see Gerry Cinnamon on his 2022 tour are no longer available.

Who supported Gerry Cinnamon on tour?

At his Hampden show on Saturday The Charlatans, Jake Bugg and The Snuts opened, and on Sunday, Travis, Jake Bugg and Vistas took to the stage.

What was Gerry Cinnamon's setlist?

At the first night of his Hampden Park gigs, Gerry played some of his biggest tracks. You can view the full setlist below.

'Lullaby'

'Sometimes'

'What Have You Done'

'Ghost'

'Fortune Favours The Bold'

'Sun Queen'

'Fickle McSelfish'

'Dark Days'

'Roll the Credits'

'Belter'

'Sacred'

'War Song Soldier'

'The Bonny'

'Mayhem'

'Diamond in the Mud'

'Discoland'

Encore

'I Wish I Was in Glasgow' (Billy Connolly cover)

'Where We're Going'

'Canter'

Gerry Cinnamon pays tribute to Billy Connolly

Along with performing his own amazing tracks, Gerry Cinnamon took the time to pay tribute to the legendary Billy Connolly.

Before singing a rendition of one of the Big Yin's songs 'I Wish I Was In Glasgow', he said: "This is a song that Billy Connolly sang. He's one of my heroes, man."

What were Gerry Cinnamon's Hampden Park show times?

Ahead of the events at Hampden Park, the venue shared showtimes, inclding times for the box office, gates opening, the first act starting and the curfew.

Where is Gerry Cinnamon playing next?

To finish off his incredible nine-date 2022 tour, Gerry played two shows in Glasgow, and he hasn't announced any other tour dates.

How do I get to Hampden Park?

Hampden Park Stadium is located in the south-east of Glasgow. There are train and bus links near the stadium, and while there is parking at Queen Park Recreation Ground it will be limited so the venue recommends that you use public transport when travelling to an event.

Is Gerry Cinnamon on tour?

He was. As well as playing several shows in 2021, the singer has been on his 2022 tour since the start of June, and it wrapped up on 17th July.

Gerry Cinnamon 2022 tour dates

June

Meaddowlands, Nottingham - Friday 3rd

Singeton Park, Swansea - Saturday 4th

Cardiff Castle, Cardiff - Sunday 5th

Gleneagle Inec Arena, Killarney - Tuesday 14th

Musgrave Park Stadium, Cork - Wednesday 15th

Belsonic, Belfast - Thursday 16th

Malahide Castle, Dublin - Sunday 19th

July

Hampden Park, Glasgow - Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th

Is Gerry Cinnamon releasing new music?

The 'Sometimes' singer released his debut album 'Erratic Cinematic' in 2017 and followed it up with his second album 'The Bonny' in 2020. The two albums have been hugely successful with hits like 'Belter' and 'Canter', however, he hasn't made any announcements about new music.

What is Gerry Cinnamon's real name?

Although he uses the stage name Gerry Cinnamon, the singer was born Gerard Crosbie.

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