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
	George Square Website

Listed Under Attractions - Live Music Venues / Attractions - History and Culture

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

Queen Margaret Union

22 University Gardens, Glasgow West End G12 8QN

One of University of Glasgow's two student Unions and home to a legendary music venue that has hosted Nirvana, Queen and many more!

Live Music Venues

Slay Glasgow

24 Glassford Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1UL

Located in the heart of Glasgow, Slay Glasgow is a popular live music venue renowned for its diverse lineup of acts and energetic atmosphere!

Live Music Venues

Govanhill Baths

99 Calder Street, Glasgow South Side G42 7RA

The Govanhill Baths is a community hub based in the heart of Govanhill providing free Health and Wellbeing educational workshops and classes for the local community free of charge.

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

McChuills Bar

80 High Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1NL

McChuills is an institution, a community hub and an essential part of everything that makes Glasgow such a rich and vibrant place to live!

Live Music Venues

Barras Art And Design Centre

54 Calton Entry, Glasgow East End G40 2SB

Barras Art and Design (BAaD) is a venue, a studio, a retail space and a creative hub - bringing an eclectic mix of creative talents under one roof!

Live Music Venues

The Poetry Club

100 Eastvale Place, Glasgow West End G3

The Poetry Club situated in Glasgow's West End is a hub for art, music, performance, spoken word and billows of smoke!

Live Music Venues

Glasgows Grand Ole Opry

2-4 Govan Road, Glasgow South Side G51 1HS

Glasgow's Grand Ole Opry was founded by the late Alex Fleming, opening its doors as a Country & Western club in 1974 and is the largest club of its kind in the UK!

Live Music Venues

The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3NY

The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall is one of Scotland's most prestigious venues and world renowned classical, jazz, pop, rock and folk artists take to its stages for nearly 250 performances each year!

Live Music Venues

Pie & Brew

(Under) ABode Glasgow Bath Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 2SZ

Craft beers, music and good times CRAFT BEERSThe best craft on draught changing weekly, keep an eye on the menus behind the bar for what’s currently...

Live Music Venues

Queens Park Arena

Queens Park Langside Road, Glasgow South Side G42

Queen's Park Arena is a unique urban outdoor destination in the heart of Glasgow's Southside. The venue can accommodate many types of events from small community events to headlining acts!

Live Music Venues