George Square

Throughout the year, Glasgow's George Square is a focal point for many popular events such as Piping Live! and Glasgow Loves Christmas!

About George Square

	George Square George Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 1DU
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George Square is the principal civic square in Glasgow. It is named after King George III. Laid out in 1781, George Square is today home to the headquarters of Glasgow City Council, and boasts an important collection of statues and monuments, including those dedicated to Robert Burns, James Watt, Sir Robert Peel and Sir Walter Scott.

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Upcoming Events at George Square

Food and Drink

Scottish Rogue Whisky Distillery Tour

Selected dates between 7th February 2025 - 26th December 2025

George Square, Glasgow City Centre

Explore the past, present and future of Glasgow's whisky with a Scottish Rogue Distillery Experience!

Glasgow City Chambers

Glasgow City Chambers George Square, Glasgow City Centre G2 1DU

Glasgow City Chambers are one of the most beautiful civic buildings in the UK and a huge favourite amongst locals and tourists alike!

Live Music Venues

The OVO Hydro

Scottish Event Campus Exhibition Way, Glasgow West End G3 8YW

Find out what's on at The OVO Hydro in Glasgow and book your tickets online with What's On Glasgow!

Live Music Venues

The Ice Box Arts And Music Centre

The Ice Box Arts And Music Centre St Lukes Business Estate, Glasgow South Side G5 0TS

Glasgow's newest music and arts centre will is now open for bookings and events! Not only that, but you gotta come through the music shop to access the...

Live Music Venues

O2 Academy Glasgow

121 Eglinton Street, Glasgow City Centre G5 9NT

O2 Academy Glasgow has made an outstanding contribution to Scotland’s vibrant live music scene since its arrival in the city in 2003.

Live Music Venues

Blue Dog

151 West George Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 2JJ

Step inside the doors of 151 West George St and you'll find a New York Style piano bar renowned for a world-class live entertainment programme!

Live Music Venues

King Tuts Wah Wah Hut

272a St Vincent Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 5RL

Since its inception in 1990, King Tut's Wah Wah Hut has been at the forefront of the Scottish live music scene and continues to be one of the most celebrated venues in the world.

Live Music Venues

Loks Bar and Kitchen

16 Newlandsfield Road, Glasgow South Side G43 2XU

Located in the Southside of Glasgow, LOKS Bar and Kitchen offers all day dining in relaxed and comfortable surroundings.

Live Music Venues

On The Fringe

Unit 12, Shawlands Shopping Centre, 104 Kilmarnock Road, Glasgow South Side G41 3NN

On The Fringe is a welcoming creative community hub at the heart of the Southside of Glasgow!

Live Music Venues

Junction 1

Junction 1 Morris Park, Glasgow East End G5 0YD

Junction 1 is a multi purpose outdoor events space in the East End of Glasgow designed to showcase music concerts, comedy, visual arts & dance!

Live Music Venues

Tron Theatre

63 Trongate, Glasgow City Centre G1 5HB

The Tron Theatre has been a familiar landmark in Glasgow's Merchant City area for centuries and a popular cultural venue for over twenty years!

Live Music Venues

Fort Theatre

Fort Theatre Kenmure Avenue, Bishopbriggs G64 2DW

The Fort Theatre is home to the Antonine Theatre Group who perform at least two full-length plays and a pantomime per season. Cabaret nights are also a regular feature in the theatre group's calendar.

Live Music Venues

The Glad Cafe

1006a Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G41 2HG

The Glad Cafe is the award winning cafe/music venue/creative hub of Glasgow south serving delicious food and a delectable programme of gigs and events!

Live Music Venues