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A Day Of Fun Inspired By John Byrne!

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum are celebrating 'A Big Adventure' their John Patrick Byrne Exhibition with a day of fun for all the family on Saturday 30th June!

A Day Of Fun Inspired By John Byrne!

About A Day Of Fun Inspired By John Byrne!

Join us for performances of the music that John Byrne loves and that inspired his creativity, featuring songs by Gerry Rafferty, Stealers Wheel, Donovan and The Beatles.

With something for every age group; even the smallest fans (3+) will be entertained by a re-telling of Byrne's children's book Donald & Benoit.

There will be wonderful characters randomly popping up! Taking their inspiration from John Byrne’s dramatic career. So keep your eyes open as these could happen in any space, at any time!

The day is FREE, while this exhibition is ticketed: £7.50 for adults, £5 Concessions and free for under 16’s.

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