Keep up to date with upcoming events and festivals in Glasgow during your stay...
8th-12th October 2024
'The ninth annual celebration of LGBTQIA+ filmmaking talent will run at CCA and GFT Glasgow !'
10th-27th October 2024
'The 2024 edition of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place across Scotland from 10th - 27th October, exploring the theme of 'In/Visible'.'
25th January 2025
'Take a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music with the Scottish National Whisky Festival at SWG3 Glasgow - the definitive whisky and cultural experience!'
13th January- 15th December 2024
📍Glasgow City Centre
'Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on this unique street art and modern culture tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track!’
From world-renowned heroes to local artists you’ll hear the stories and inspiration behind each piece of street art you see whilst learning about how the art scene in Glasgow has developed over the last decade and beyond. Learn about Glasgow council’s role in the art and the line between graffiti and art in our city.'
13th Jan - 14th Dec 2024 daily from 5-7pm
📍George Square
'Discover Glasgow with your local guide and taste 3 local whiskies!
You’ll spend the first part of the tour on a walking tour with your small group and guide, discovering the history and culture of Glasgow. On our most popular tour, truly spend quality time in Glasgow with a local. Throughout the tour you will take a look at some of the famous and lesser known figures of Glasgow, such as our patron saint, St Mungo, and even Doctor Who! Hear their stories as we travel through the centuries and explore what Glasgow has to offer.'
8th Jan 2024 to 22nd Dec 2024 from 1pm on Mon-Sat or 3pm on Sunday
📍Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
'Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
Come along each day to hear a recital on the beautiful organ, which has been in place in the centre hall since 1902. So relax in our centre hall for a free musical event! Recitals from Monday to Saturday, at 1pm, are of a light and popular nature. Recitals on Sundays, at 3pm, are more classical.'
Glasgow Central Station Tours
1st Jan 2024 to 31st Dec 2024
📍Glasgow Central Station
'Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
The station is steeped in history with amazing architecture, incredible underground tunnels, catacombs and has a fantastic glass roof consisting of 48000 individual panes of glass!'
Every Saturday and Sunday 10am - 4pm.
📍 The Barras Market
'Come explore a world of handmade products that tell the stories of the people who created them. Browse racks of one-of-a-kind fashions & bargains or treat yourself to something weird and wonderful that couldn’t be found anywhere else.
There’s Sustainable Fashion Row and Hippie Lane, exceptional food spots that will make your mouth water and not to mention banter galore!'
Saturday’s from 7.30pm
📍Glee Club Glasgow
'Treat yourself to an evening of award-winning comedy at Glee Club Glasgow, featuring four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday. 18+ event.'
Merchant Square, Glasgow City Centre
'The Merchant Square Craft Fair & Design Fair is held every weekend, why not spend a relaxing afternoon browsing the stalls!'
'Shawlands Farmers Market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's Southside on the 1st and 3rd Saturday each month!'
The Dockyard Social, Glasgow West End
'The Dockyard Social brings together the best street food traders Scotland has to offer all under one roof... everyone is welcome from families and foodies, to dates and dogs!'
University of Glasgow'
'Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!'
'On Wednesday mornings join the Dams To Darnley Countryside Ranger for a health walk through the park leaving from Darnley Mill Car Park.'
'Have fun discovering Glasgow with two, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt courtesy of Curious About!'
*Events information taken from What's on Glasgow*