Glasgow Cathedral

Built in the 1100s, Glasgow Cathedral is an awe-inspiring medieval building dedicated to St Kentigern, also known as St Mungo the Patron Saint of Glasgow.

About Glasgow Cathedral

	Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street, Glasgow City Centre G4 0QZ
	01415528198
	Glasgow Cathedral Website
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Glasgow Cathedral is a medieval cathedral which has an active Christian congregation in the Church of Scotland.

As an active Christian congregation of the Church of Scotland, within the Presbytery of Glasgow, the Cathedral always has a number of events running. We aim to publicise these and encourage your attendance and participation wherever possible.

With a wealth of musical and vocal talent and ability, we are blessed with many fine recitals during the year. There are also Summer Music Recitals and a Winter Lecture Series. Details of these will be given as far in advance as possible.

The wonderful architecture of the Cathedral speaks for itself and is to be enjoyed by anyone who visits it.

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Upcoming Events at Glasgow Cathedral

Tour

Glasgow Requiem: The Walk

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2025

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Discover the hidden lives and stories of the city on an immersive audio journey through Glasgow with The Walk, FREE to experience for everyone.

Music

The Christmas Concert on behalf of Cancer Research UK

4th December 2025

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Experience the magic of Christmas in the stunning Glasgow Cathedral on Thursday 4th December for a special evening of festive music, readings, and poetry, all in support of Cancer Research UK.

Music

Glasgow Requiem: The Well

5th December 2025 - 6th December 2025

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

To mark Glasgow's 850th anniversary, Aproxima Arts invite audiences into the heart of Glasgow Cathedral for a series of special concerts, to celebrate the rededication of St Mungo's Well in the crypt.

Arts and Crafts

Community Crafts in the Nave

13th December 2025

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Get into the Christmas spirit at Glasgow Cathedral with some pre-Christmas crafting! Make your own pom-pom or wool decoration for Christmas, in the form of a Robin and Santa hats.

Music

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

20th December 2025

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead-up to Christmas in the spectacular candlelit setting of Glasgow Cathedral on Saturday 20th December!

Music

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

24th January 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Glasgow Cathedral!

Music

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

24th January 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at Glasgow Cathedral!

Glasgow Cathedral Festival

Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street, Glasgow City Centre G4 0QZ

Glasgow Cathedral Festival brings music, art and education to the dramatic setting of Glasgow's medieval cathedral!

History and Culture

Mackintosh at the Willow

217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3EX

Mackintosh at the Willow includes a 200 seat restaurant in the A listed, internationally recognised, original Willow Tea Rooms Building and our new Visitor Centre next door!

History and Culture

Glasgow Western Necropolis

Glasgow Western Necropolis Tresta Road, Glasgow North G23 5AQ

The Western Necropolis is a large cemetery complex north of Glasgow City Centre.

History and Culture

Tenement House

145 Buccleuch Street, Glasgow West End G3 6QN

The National Trust for Scotland's Tenement House provides a rare glimpse into life in Glasgow in the early 20th century, in this faithfully restored four-room house!

History and Culture

The Govan Stones Project

886 Govan Road, Glasgow South Side G51 3UU

The Govan Stones are one of Glasgow's most important historical and cultural assets, explore the 31 monuments within the beautiful setting of Govan Old Church.

History and Culture

Fairfield Heritage Centre

Fairfield 1048 Govan Road, Glasgow South Side G51 4XS

Fairfield Heritage is a community museum dedicated to telling the story of Govan's outstanding role in world shipbuilding.

History and Culture

Pollok House

2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G43 1AT

A grand country house near Glasgow city centre, Pollok House is Scotland’s answer to Downton Abbey and gives a real taste of upstairs/downstairs life in the 1930s!

History and Culture

Clyde Waterfront Walks

Clyde Waterfront Walks , Various Locations Glasgow

Clyde Docks Preservation Initiative operate a series of guided walking tours of Glasgow's waterfront, exploring the maritime history of the river and its modern regeneration.

History and Culture

Willow Tea Rooms

97 Buchanan Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 3HF

A visit to The Willow Tea Rooms is a must for anyone interested in enjoying tasty traditional food and drinks in an atmospheric setting!

History and Culture

House for an Art Lover

Bellahouston Park Dumbreck Road, Glasgow South Side G41 5BW

Designed by famous Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, House for an Art Lover is a truly unique venue and one of Glasgow's architectural gems!

History and Culture

Inveraray Castle

Inveraray Castle , Inveraray PA32 8XE

Inveraray Castle is the ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll, Chief of the Clan Campbell and an iconic, must-see visitor attraction on the West Coast of Scotland.

History and Culture

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Argyle Street, Glasgow West End G3 8AG

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is one of both Glasgow's and Scotland's most popular free attractions boasting an extensive collection of over 8000 objects displayed across 22 themed galleries!

History and Culture