Exhibitions events in Glasgow
View all the upcoming Exhibitions events taking place throughout Glasgow below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Glasgow
Benny Lynch: The Little King of the Gorbals
16th August 2018 - 30th June 2020
The People’s Palace is hosting a community display which gathers together never seen before objects from Benny Lynch’s life and career. Read more
Reflecting Mackintosh Collection
8th February 2019 - 16th June 2019
Craft Design House presents a bespoke collection of original pieces by designer makers, celebrating Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s 150th anniversary at The Lighthouse Read more
Domestic Bliss
8th March 2019 - 31st December 2020
Domestic Bliss is a new exhibition that brings together works from Glasgow Museums' collection to reflect on GoMA's building history as a former house, Royal Exchange and civic space! Read more
Bara Bara Bara
13th April 2019 - 23rd June 2019
Tramway proudly presents Bara Bara Bara, the first solo exhibition in Scotland by Mexico City based artist Pia Camil! Read more
Callum Rice: Solo Exhibition
26th April 2019 - 23rd June 2019
Studio Pavilion at House for an Art Lover is pleased to present the first solo exhibition by Glasgow based artist and filmmaker Callum Rice! Read more
The Failing Light but Polmadie Shines
26th April 2019 - 23rd June 2019
Southside Fringe: Glasgow based artist and filmmaker Callum Rice presents a solo exhibition in the Studio Pavilion inspired by the work of Glasgow born architect and engineer Archibald Leitch! Read more
The Theatre of Robert Anton - An Exhibition
4th May 2019 - 30th June 2019
Southside Fringe: Tramway presents an exhibition of the extraordinary theatrical puppets, props and drawings of the late Robert Anton, an artist from the avant garde theatre scene of '70s New York. Read more
Exhibition of Alexander Millar Paintings
17th May 2019 - 31st December 2019
An exhibition of Alexander Millar will be on display in Princes Square showcasing a collection of originals, drawings and limited-edition prints! Read more
Troon Rocks!
17th May 2019 - 22nd June 2019
Don't miss artist Bernadette Kane's solo exhibition, Troon Rocks!, at the Backdoor Gallery in Clydebank between the 17th May and 22nd June! Read more
Cornelia Parker: One Day This Glass Will Break
18th May 2019 - 15th September 2019
Pollok House is delighted to present an exhibition of prints by one of Britain's leading contemporary artists, Cornelia Parker, in partnership with Hayward Touring and the Southbank Centre, London. Read more
Women, War and the West End
1st June 2019 - 30th June 2019
This free exhibition draws attention to an under-researched area of women's role in the West End during and after WW1 in areas such as sport, the workplace and in their own homes. Read more
Glasgow Science Festival: The James Watt Print Show
6th June 2019 - 16th June 2019
Glasgow Science Festival: Celebrate the legacy of James Watt's innovation through this exciting new exhibition by some of Scotland's leading artists, pushing the boundaries of the process. Read more
Anne Frank + You
7th June 2019 - 30th June 2019
Anne Frank + You at St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art is an exhibition bringing the messages of Anne Frank to the 21st century. Read more
Art+Cartoon at Rogart Street
7th June 2019 - 26th June 2019
Don't miss a bright and lively exhibition of paintings by Neil Smith of Arttoons at Rogart Street Campus! Read more
The Residency Show
7th June 2019 - 13th July 2019
The Residency Show at Project Ability features just a small amount of work created during a total of ten different residencies over the past few years! Read more
Emma Hales and Lucie Holzer
8th June 2019 - 6th July 2019
Emma Hales and Lucie Holzer were the recipients of the annual RGI Graduate Award join them for their join exhibition at RGI Kelly Gallery! Read more
Thálassa! Thálassa! in Glasgow
8th June 2019 - 26th June 2019
Come and dip your toes into some artwork this June at ScotlandArt.com Galleries! Read more
Glasgow Science Festival: Images of Research
12th June 2019 - 16th June 2019
Glasgow Science Festival: Discover how the University of Strathclyde's research is addressing today's global challenges, through stunning images. Read more
Paintings on Railings
16th June 2019
Outdoor art gallery, Paintings on Railings, returns to the Botanic Gardens as part of this year's West End Festival! Read more
Unconditional Being
19th June 2019 - 23rd June 2019
Refugee Festival Scotland: For this five-day discursive workshop project, OOMK will be working in collaboration with the artists to produce a publication. Read more
Claiming Back The Narrative: A Photo Voice Exhibition
20th June 2019 - 25th June 2019
Refugee Festival Scotland: Claiming Back The Narrative is a photo voice project in which refugees produce and control the narratives of their everyday experiences of living in Glasgow! Read more
Freedom of Movement
20th June 2019 - 30th June 2019
Glasgow West End
Iman Tajik’s public art installation Freedom of Movement is a highlight of this year’s Refugee Festival Scotland! Read more
Refugee Festival Scotland
20th June 2019 - 30th June 2019
Various Locations Glasgow
For two weeks in June, the Refugee Festival Scotland offers people from different backgrounds the chance to meet and get to know each other better. Read more
Rubble Theatre
20th June 2019 - 26th June 2019
Glasgow City Centre
Refugee Festival Scotland: German-Syrian artist Manaf Halbouni's sculpture Rubble Theatre is a highlight of this year's festival! Read more
Theatrum Botanicum
20th June 2019 - 24th June 2019
Refugee Festival Scotland: Theatrum Botanicum is an extensive body of work by Uriel Orlow that uses the botanical world as a stage to discuss the links between nature and humans. Read more
Paintings on Railings
22nd June 2019
Outdoor art gallery, Paintings on Railings, returns to the Botanic Gardens as part of this year's West End Festival! Read more
Paintings on Railings
23rd June 2019
Outdoor art gallery, Paintings on Railings, returns to the Botanic Gardens as part of this year's West End Festival! Read more
Finders Seekers
24th June 2019
Finders Seekers is a new monthly session at Kelvin Hall, come and explore the museums' store, discover some amazing objects and get creative! Read more
Sogol Mabadi and Birthe Jorgensen: Home Where Home Is Not
27th June 2019 - 3rd August 2019
Home Where Home Is Not is an ambitious exhibition by Glasgow-based artists Sogol Mabadi and Birthe Jorgensen reimagining fixed notions of home, and what it means to be of more than one place. Read more
ScotlandArt Presents No-So-Still Life
28th June 2019 - 31st July 2019
Come and join the ScotlandArt Gallery from June 28th for their exhibition showcasing the best Scottish Still Life Glasgow has to offer! Read more
Glasgow Comic Con
29th June 2019
Glasgow Comic Con returns to the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Saturday 29th June, featuring over 150 exhibitors, comic creators from across the globe and artist and writer panel events! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
29th June 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
30th June 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Linda McCartney Retrospective
5th July 2019 - 12th January 2020
A major retrospective of photography by Linda McCartney will be shown in the UK for the first time at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow from 5th July 2019 to 12th January 2020! Read more
Tessa Lynch & Rachel Adams: A Collaborative Exhibition
13th July 2019 - 8th September 2019
Studio Pavilion at House for an Art Lover is pleased to present a new collaborative project by Glasgow based artists Rachel Adams and Tessa Lynch in the gallery throughout the Summer of 2019! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
27th July 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
28th July 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Govanhill International Festival and Carnival
1st August 2019 - 11th August 2019
Glasgow South Side
Govanhill International Festival and Carnival is a cultural celebration of our unique community, including a Carnival Parade on Saturday 3rd August and a whole host of other events! Read more
Art on the Shore
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Art on the Shore is a brand new interactive loch side Art Festival running on the 3rd and 4th August 2019 at Loch Lomond Shores! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
24th August 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
25th August 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
26th August 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Open Sundays
1st September 2019
The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public on selected Sundays throughout the year! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
21st September 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
22nd September 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
26th October 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
27th October 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Solo Art Exhibition - Victoria McQueen - Siubhal Troimhe Alba (Journey through Scotland)
9th November 2019 - 7th December 2019
Artist Victoria McQueen is hosting a solo art exhibition, inspired by her travels through Scotland, at Oak Tree Gallery, Helensburgh during November. Read more
Country Living Christmas Fair
21st November 2019 - 24th November 2019
Get in the festive spirit when the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair returns to the SEC Glasgow between the 21st and 24th November 2019! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
23rd November 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Studio Gallery Monthly Exhibition
24th November 2019
Helensburgh
West Coast artist Pamela Randal holds a monthly exhibition showcasing her work at her studio in Helensburgh! Read more
Events in East Renfrewshire
Lifting the Lid: 400 years of food and drink in Scotland
15th April 2019 - 4th July 2019
People in East Renfrewshire are being given a fascinating insight into the development of the Scots' diet over the past 400 years, thanks to a new touring display from the National Library of Scotland
Renfrewshire Tapestry comes to Neilston
30th June 2019
Join NDT at the Bank on Sunday 30th June to find out more about the Tapestry of the Old County of Renfrewshire and how you can get involved!
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
In the Footsteps of John Muir
2nd May 2019 - 6th August 2019
This photography exhibition in Blackness Castle traces John Muir's travels from his childhood in Dunbar to the American National Parks he helped to establish.
Victoria Crowe: 50 Years of Painting
18th May 2019 - 13th October 2019
The City Art Centre is proud to present the first major survey devoted to the work of one of the UK’s most distinguished artists, Victoria Crowe.
Over Land and Sea
25th May 2019 - 3rd July 2019
Over Land and Sea is an exhibition of paintings and sculptures inspired by nature and wildlife bringing together work by: Tim Wootton, Darren Rees, Daniel Cole and Simon Griffiths.
Exhibition: The Seven Hills of Edinburgh
1st June 2019 - 22nd June 2019
This exhibition features the natural and cultural heritage of hills in Edinburgh and Tirumala, India. A collaboration between Friends of the Braid Hills and the Telugu Association of Scotland.
We also asked for love: Gay men’s narrative portraits of resilience and resistance
2nd June 2019 - 27th June 2019
This exhibition is a collaboration between Edgar Rodríguez-Dorans and visual artist Eleonora Scalise creating a new body of work based on the concept of narrative portrait. Open to everyone!
Moonstruck: 500 years of mental health
14th June 2019 - 23rd December 2019
This exhibition encourages us to examine our own ideas around mental health and aims to show how, even now, many older stereotypes and ideas about these conditions remain unchanged.
The Royal Highland Show
20th June 2019 - 23rd June 2019
One of Scotland's most iconic events 'The Royal Highland Show' is back at the Royal Highland Centre for it's 179th show from 20th June!
Rhythm by Soosan Danesh
21st June 2019 - 12th July 2019
For this show Soosan Danesh presents a new set of Rhythm paintings and combined images inspired by unique structures of Edinburgh Closes. Come along and see them at Upright Gallery from 21st June!
Reuse Showhome 2019
22nd June 2019 - 29th June 2019
Discover comfortable, practical living in a space created entirely from beautiful and affordable reused and upcycled furnishings.
Lives In Transit: Written Accounts and Artistic Expressions of Refugee Stories
30th June 2019 - 6th July 2019
COLOURS of Edinburgh are holding a week-long art exhibition and auction to mark the closing of the Scottish Refugee Council’s Scottish Refugee Festival 2019.
BRICKLIVE Ocean
6th July 2019 - 8th September 2019
A world exclusive display is coming to Edinburgh Zoo this summer, with over 30 life-sized sculptures made from over one million LEGO® bricks, in the first-ever showing of BRICKLIVE Ocean!
BSL interpreted tour: Victoria Crowe at the City Art Centre
6th July 2019
Join us for a special tour of ‘Victoria Crowe - 50 Years of Painting’ which will have a BSL interpreter present at City Art Centre on 6th July!
W is for Wormells Art Exhibition
8th July 2019 - 14th July 2019
This exhibition features the work of six Wormells siblings, showcasing their individual styles all together for the first time. See it at White Stuff from 8th to 14th July!
The Scottish Car Show 2019
14th July 2019
It's back!! The Scottish Car Show, the largest indoor/outdoor family day out for motoring enthusiasts, returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 14th July.
The Scottish Horse Show 2019
16th July 2019
Scotland's premier show for horse and ponies, The Scottish Horse Show returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 16th July.
Grayson Perry: Julie Cope’s Grand Tour
25th July 2019 - 2nd November 2019
Julie Cope’s Grand Tour comes to Dovecot Edinburgh bringing the complete set of tapestries designed by Grayson Perry for A House for Essex.
Grayson Perry Director Tour
27th July 2019
Dovecot presents the work of the ever-popular artist, celebrated Turner Prize winner, and self-styled ‘unapologetic fetishist’, Grayson Perry on Saturday 27th July.
Dead Equal
2nd August 2019 - 25th August 2019
The unsung stories of women medics in combat through time are given voice in a new opera directed by Miranda Cromwell. Part of Army@TheFringe.
Unicorns, Almost
2nd August 2019 - 25th August 2019
Unicorns, Almost is a one-man play by Owen Sheers, directed by John Retallack, about the life and work of WWII poet Keith Douglas as part of Army@TheFringe.
Truckfest Scotland
3rd August 2019 - 4th August 2019
Scotland’s biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre on the 3rd & 4th August. A great day out for the family!
Chinese Arts & Culture Festival 2019
9th August 2019 - 11th August 2019
Organised by Scotland-China Chamber of Commerce, the 2019 Chinese Arts and Culture Festival will be held in EICC from 9th to 11th August as part of the Fringe Festival.
Victoria Crowe: Descriptive tour for visually impaired visitors
10th August 2019
Join artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb for a tour of ‘Victoria Crowe - 50 Years of Painting’, specifically designed for visually impaired visitors!
Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition
14th September 2019 - 15th September 2019
Looking for some inspiration to make the ‘Big Day’ that bit more special? If so, come along to Edinburgh’s Largest Wedding Exhibition at Murrayfield Stadium on 14th & 15th September!
Big Big Gin Festival
12th October 2019 - 13th October 2019
After a successful gin event in April 2019, the Big Big Gin Festival is back at the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 12th and 13th of October 2019. Let your experience be-gin!
Comic Con Scotland
12th October 2019 - 13th October 2019
Monopoly Events brings Comic Con Scotland back to Edinburgh for a second year and this time it comes to the Royal Highland Centre on 12th and 13th October!
The Scottish Listed Property Show
26th October 2019
The Scottish Listed Property Show, organised by The Listed Property Owners’ Club, is back at the Assembly Rooms for the 2nd year on Saturday 26th October 2019.
Startup Summit
30th October 2019
Startup Summit returns to the Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh on October 30th and provides a true immersion into the world of business and beyond.
Tyrannosaurs
24th January 2020 - 4th May 2020
The most comprehensive exhibition ever mounted on tyrannosaurs is coming to the National Museum of Scotland, bringing the latest palaeontological discoveries to life.
Events in Fife
Culross
29th March 2019 - 30th June 2019
A new exhibition at the Greengate Gallery in Culross celebrates the royal burgh’s unique character with a selection of artwork from artists and craftspeople in the Forth Valley area.
‘REFUGIO’ - after Selkirk after Crusoe
30th March 2019 - 22nd June 2019
A Fife Contemporary exhibition celebrating 300 years since the novel Robinson Crusoe was published.
Tall Tales and Fabulous Fables
25th May 2019 - 1st September 2019
Come and join us at Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries for some family-friendly fun with our colourful, interactive summer exhibition!
Celebrating Jocky Wilson
16th June 2019
Kirkcaldy is set to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Jocky Wilson winning his second and last World Championship with a Darts exhibition and much more...
Explore! Travellers and Trailblazers
6th July 2019 - 10th November 2019
Let us take you on an epic adventure! Follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorers to discover exotic lands and fantastic voyages through our hands-on, family friendly exhibition!
Events in Lanarkshire
Workshop of the Empire
19th April 2019 - 16th June 2019
Don't miss Workshop of the Empire at Summerlee, a fascinating photographic exhibition exploring the world of work in 19th and early 20th century North Lanarkshire.
Pong to Playstation
24th May 2019 - 24th August 2019
Pong to Playstation at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is an exciting, hands-on interactive exhibition exploring video game evolution, technology and culture featuring over 500 objects!
Heraldic Carvings From The Court of The Lord Lyon
15th June 2019 - 10th August 2019
Come along to Biggar & Upper Clydesdale Museum to catch a glimpse of rarely seen carvings held at the Court of The Lord Lyon in Edinburgh!
Summerlee Museum Model Railway Show
15th June 2019 - 16th June 2019
The annual Summerlee Model Railway Show is being held on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June, come along and see model railway layouts, model vehicles and more!
Care Home Open Day at Cathkin House
28th June 2019
Cathkin House Care Home in East Kilbride is inviting local people to join in its celebrations for Care Home Open Day on Friday 28th June!
A Game of 2 Halves
6th July 2019 - 27th October 2019
As Albion Rovers Football Club celebrate 100 years at Cliftonhill Stadium in Coatbridge, Summerlee Museum presents a unique photographic study of the fans and environment surrounding the team.
Rhyme & Reason
14th September 2019 - 9th November 2019
Explore the world of North Lanarkshire's local poets. Investigate what inspired them to put into verse their thoughts and feelings on all aspects of life down through the ages!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Bishopton Art Group Summer Exhibition
8th June 2019 - 27th June 2019
Bishopton Art Group are hosting their early summer art exhibition at Bishopton Library during the month of June!
Jill Leighton: Reawakening
8th June 2019 - 8th July 2019
With over 40 hand drawn illustrations inspired by the natural world and music. Jill Leighton's Reawakening exhibition at Beacon Arts Centre is not to be missed!
Synesthesia
29th June 2019
Paisley YMCA invite you to Synesthesia - an audio-visual dream like state as they take over the Paisley Art Centre and remake it into a virtual reality, 3D playground!
Sma’ Shot Day
6th July 2019
Celebrate the victory of the weavers with one of the oldest workers' festivals in the UK, Paisley's Sma' Shot Day on Saturday 6th July!
Film & Comic Con Glasgow
17th August 2019 - 18th August 2019
The Film & Comic Con Glasgow returns to intu Braehead Arena on the weekend of the 17th & 18th of August!
ACCORD Hospice Annual Art Exhibition
4th September 2019 - 8th September 2019
The ACCORD Hospice Annual Art Exhibition will be held at ACCORD Hospice, Paisley between the 4th and 8th September!
Renfrewshire Doors Open Days
7th September 2019 - 8th September 2019
Scotland's annual Doors Open Days festival gives you free access to lots of fascinating buildings across Renfrewshire! This year's event will be held on September 7th & 8th!
Classic Car Show
20th October 2019
Join us on the shores of Castle Semple on Sunday 20th October to admire a dazzling array of beautiful cars at the annual Classic Car Show!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
James Watt: Power to the World
25th April 2019 - 23rd August 2019
Explore the life, work, and legacy of James Watt and his reinvention of the steam engine in this new exhibition at The Engine Shed!
Meet your Maker
7th June 2019 - 25th August 2019
Historic Environment Scotland and Craft Scotland collaborated to provide opportunities for members of the local community to co-design new work and you can see the results in this exhibition!
The Glasgow Society of Women Artists
8th June 2019 - 28th July 2019
The Glasgow Society of Women Artists have been honoured once again to have their bi-annual Summer Exhibition at the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum.
The Big Picture Conference
21st September 2019
The Big Picture Conference explores the potential for rewilding large parts of Scotland, drawing on inspirational stories and experiences from around the world.
Balfron Radicals 1820 Exhibition
28th March 2020 - 18th April 2020
Balfron Heritage Group's exhibition commemorates Balfron's role in the 1820 Scottish Insurrection and will be on at Balfron Library from 28th March.
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