Paul Simon Glasgow Ticket Presales and Prices: How to bag tickets to see the American legend


The star hasn’t toured the UK since 2018 - and it seems rumours of his retirement have been greatly exaggerated.
Legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon has announced he’ll be bringing his A Quiet Celebration Tour to the UK.
It follows a string of critically-acclaimed American gigs that has been described as “a victory lap for one of the greatest songwriters of the past century”.
Read more: Music review: Paul Simon, Hydro, Glasgow
It will see him play his recent Grammy-nominated album Seven Psalms in full, followed by a set of hits and fan favourites from his long solo career, as well as songs from his time with duo Simon and Garfunkel.
And there’s good news for Scottish fans - with two dates in Glasgow.
Here’s everything you need to know.
When is Paul Simon playing Glasgow’?
Paul Simon will be playing two nights at the SEC Armadillo on Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Where else is Paul Simon playing?
Paul Simon will be playing the following shows on his UK and Ireland tour:
- May 7 – Liverpool, England – M&S Bank Arena
- May 9 – Glasgow, Scotland – SEC Armadillo
- May 10 – Glasgow, Scotland – SEC Armadillo
- May 13 – London, England – Royal Albert Hall
- May 14 – London, England – Royal Albert Hall
- May 20 – Dublin, Ireland – 3Arena
When can I buy tickets for Paul Simon’s Glasgow show?
Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10am on Wednesday, December 17, here.
Are there any presales for Paul Simon’s Glasgow gig?
As has become standard, there are a couple of ways to get tickets before they go on general sale.
Register on the venue’s website here and you will be sent a code to bag tickets from 10am on Monday, December 15.
And if you sign up to Gigs in Scotland here then you’ll be sent an email to allow you to access tickets from Monday, December 15, at 10am.
How much are tickets to see Paul Simon at the SEC Armadillo?
Depending on where you are sitting, tickets will cost you between £99 - £172.75 (plus the inevitable booking fees).
Are there any age restrictions for Paul Simon at the Glasgow Hydro?
It’s over 8s only and all under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.
Who is supporting Paul Simon at the Glasgow Hydro?
No support has been announced for the Paul Simon Glasgow gigs - watch this space.
What will Paul Simon be playing at his Glasgow gig?
Paul Simon seems to be playing a similar setlist each night of his current tour - playing Seven Psalms in full before a greatest hits set. Expect to hear the majority of the following at the Glasgow gigs.
- The Lord
- Love Is Like a Braid
- My Professional Opinion
- Your Forgiveness
- Trail of Volcanoes
- The Sacred Harp
- Wait
- Graceland
- Slip Slidin' Away
- Train in the Distance
- Homeward Bound
- The Late Great Johnny Ace
- St. Judy's Comet
- Under African Skies
- Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After the War
- Rewrite
- Spirit Voices
- The Cool, Cool River
- Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard
- Father and Daughter
- 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover
- The Boxer
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