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

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!

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

Valentine’s Vivaldi By Candlelight

14th February 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

This Valentine's Day, let Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Handel, and Mozart sweep you off your feet in one of Glasgow's most stunning venues... Glasgow Cathedral!

Music

Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight

5th June 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Get ready to hear Radiohead as you've never heard them before! Join London Concertante for Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight at Glasgow Cathedral on Friday 5th June!

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!

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