What’s On 1872 Cup at Hampden Park
11 Dec 2025It's officially time for the Oldest Rugby Derby to return to Hampden Park, as Glasgow Warriors host Edinburgh Rugby at the iconic stadium.
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Pre-Match Entertainment from George Bowie
One of Scotland’s best-loved DJs will be firing it up at Hampden Park ahead of our 1872 Cup clash with Edinburgh, with George Bowie confirmed as your pre-match entertainment.
Make sure you are in your seats ahead of kick-off to enjoy the music at 2.20pm from GBX.
Tommy Hayes to present match ball for 1872 Cup opener
A Glasgow Warriors legend will be taking to the field once more at Hampden Park this Saturday, after it was confirmed that Tommy Hayes will be delivering the match ball ahead of kick-off at the first leg of the 1872 Cup.
Scottish Rugby Store
The Scottish Rugby Store will be open form 12pm-6pm and can be found at Lesser Hampden, just off Letherby Drive.
Pick up your replica shirts, hoodies, jackets and scarfs before heading into support your Warriors.
Food and Drinks
Glasgow Warriors are pleased to confirm a host of improvements to the matchday experience at this season’s 1872 Cup fixture at Hampden Park, delivered in partnership with Sodexo, the stadium’s official catering provider.
Following feedback from supporters after last year’s historic clash, both the club and Sodexo have worked closely to enhance service, increase efficiency, and ensure the Warrior Nation can enjoy the occasion to its fullest.
One of the biggest upgrades comes in the form of expanded bar and kiosk operations across the north, east, and west stands. With significantly more units open than in 2024, supporters can expect noticeably shorter queues and faster service throughout the evening.
Level 3 South Stand
Splitting of drinks and food bars with additional kiosks open.
Level 4 North and East Stand
Additional drinks bars open.
Free flow movement between North and East concourse.
Additional food bars.
Volunteers will be present in the concourse to aid with directions to and from the East Street Food Market.
East Street Food Market
This will be the main location for food offerings on the day. A selection of local traders, similar to those at Scotstoun game days, will be present to serve you.
Please note, the East Street Food Market, will not be accessible from the South Stand.
Food on offer will include:
- Butcher’s Best
- Funky Fries
- Gourmet Chicken
- Kebab Korner
- Coffee & Pastry Bar
- Dippin’ Donuts
Level 5 North Stand
The four suites on level 5 will be open (Baird, Bell, Maxwell and Bain). These will each have a bar open in them.
All food kiosks within the Stadium, will be serving your Scotstoun favourites, including Warriors Pies.
Half time performance from Strathclyde University Cheerleaders
The Strathclyde University Cheerleading team will be performing at half time on the pitch. The multitalented athletes will be showing off their dance and gymnastic abilities to bring the hype between halves.
Official Match Day Programmes
Exclusive only for the 1872 Cup game at Hampden, fans can purchase the limited Match Day Souvenir Programme.
The Match Day Programme containing exclusive interviews, photos and history about the cup will only be available on the day with all profits going to the Fighting For Our Families campaign in aid of Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.
Siobhan Cattigan Legacy of Love Collection for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity
As part of our fundraising campaign, Fighting For Our Families, volunteers will be stationed around the stadium with buckets collecting money for the Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.
The collection is in memory of Scotland International Siobhan Cattigan and her Legacy of Love campaign.
TIFO in North Stand
Spectators in the middle sections of the North Stand will have a TIFO to take part in during the match. Information will be provided at your seat. Please do take part when instructed.
SP Energy Networks Sensory Packs
Visitors with additional support needs, can request our SP Energy Sensory Packs. There are six packs, which include ear defenders and a selection of colourful self-soothing toys to play with. Email our Community Manager, [email protected] to enquire further.
Lesser Hampden
Join official supporters group the XVIth Warrior as they take the clubhouse from Scotstoun to Hampden ahead of our 1872 Cup fixture.
Bar 1867 in the JB McAlpine Pavilion at The city Stadium, just 15-yards from the turnstiles at the ground, will open at 12.30pm, with tickets costing only £10.
A pie and a pint is included in the cost of the ticket and you can book yours now by contacting Queen’s Park Football Club on 0141 632 1275, emailing [email protected] or popping into Queen’s Park’s offices at The city Stadium on Letherby Drive.
