Events in Glasgow on Wednesday 8th April 2026

30 Years Of Art - Half Term Family Workshops

Come and celebrate GoMA's 30th anniversary with some thematic art projects exploring the artists' commissions for the opening of GoMA in 1996!

A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season

With wonderful musicals, hilarious comedies and revealing dramas, there is something for everyone to tuck into at A Play, A Pie and A Pint at Oran Mor Glasgow - alongside pies and pints of course!

A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)

Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!

Alasdair Gray: Works from the Morag McAlpine Bequest

A display of nine of Alasdair Gray's works from The Morag McAlpine Bequest is open now in the Fragile Art Gallery in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

Amazing Art!

This April join Make Do and Grow's team of community artists as they go on a journey through Amazing Art, learn different artistic styles and techniques, inspired by some famous artists.

April Selection

Gerber Fine Art's April Selection showcases a mixed exhibition of notable Scottish artists and British Modern Masters and a selection of Scottish Contemporaries!

Basht.

Hotly tipped Irish alt-indie quintet Basht. will headline Glasgow's King Tut's on Wednesday 8th April

Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!

Benefit in Aid of Maryhill Integration Network (MIN)

Come to The Stand Glasgow and celebrate 25 years of Glasgow's Maryhill Integration Network with a brilliant night of comedy, with proceeds helping Maryhill's vibrant community come together!

Big Kid Circus: Glasgow East End

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town for the Easter Holidays with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Glasgow Fort between Wednesday 1st and Sunday 12th April!

Broadway Babies

This one is for the musical theatre lovers! Join everyone's favourite Dynamic Duo, Mel & Dean, as they kick off Broadway Babies at Riding Room, Scotland's favourite Queer Cabaret Bar!

Building Wonders

This Easter, Glasgow Science Centre have got an egg-stravaganza of hands-on building challenges, egg-citing science activities and even a hare-raising trail to enjoy!

Burrell Bites

Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from the Burrell Collection each week, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!

Carmunnock Heritage Trail

Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!

Celtic Park Stadium Tour

Experience the magic within, soak up the history and feel the passion at Celtic Park Stadium, Scotland's largest football stadium, on this one hour guided tour.

Climate Sisters Scotland Climate Justice Exhibition

Women from Glasgow are launching Climate Sisters Scotland with a new public exhibition, bringing together community, creativity and climate leadership.

Climbing Tasters at The Climbing Academy

These one-hour 'have-a-go' climbing sessions at The Climbing Academy are perfect for anyone curious about indoor climbing but not quite ready to commit to a full course!

Clydeside Easter Funland

Clydeside Easter Funland is coming to Glasgow's West End this Easter, expect a brand new family-first Easter experience packed with rides, inflatables and live entertainment!

Compass Gallery Spring Show

Compass Gallery exhibits a fresh and exciting combination of original paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by Scottish contemporaries and leading modern masters.

Cosmic Psychos

Australian punk rock institution, Cosmic Psychos, will headline Glasgow's Nice N Sleazy on Wednesday 8th April!

Creative Citizens

Curated by artist Rachel Mimiec, this display in Kelvingrove's Community Gallery features props, costumes, and photography from all Creative Citizens productions!

Creative Hangouts Spring Art Club

Expect drawing, painting, group installation, collage, sculpting photography and much more at Creative Hangouts Spring Club in Bearsden!

Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

Dams To Darnley Health Walks

On Wednesday mornings join the Dams To Darnley Countryside Ranger for a health walk through the park leaving from Darnley Mill Car Park.

Douglas Roulston Solo Exhibition: Breaking Light

Breaking Light is the most ambitious solo exhibition to date by acclaimed Scottish landscape artist Douglas Roulston, bringing his raw and immersive landscapes of Scotland to Glasgow's Annan Gallery!

Easter Adventure Camps

Treat your kids to an unforgettable Easter break packed with paddleboarding, mountain climbing, and raft building – the ultimate outdoor adventure for making new friends!

Easter Music Camp

Easter Music Camp is back! Under the guidance of the Amplify tutors, students will hone their skills on guitar, piano and drums in their Kinning Park studio.

Equal Jobs Job Fair

Looking for your next job opportunity or career move? The Equal Jobs Job Fair 2026 is your chance to connect and network with employers who are actively hiring!

Exhibition: Cafè D’Jaconelli - A Scottish-Italian Story

This exhibition at Maryhill Burgh Halls explores the story of Cafè d'Jaconelli, a long-standing Italian café in Maryhill and its place within Scotland's Scottish-Italian history.

Family Spring Workshops

Join the Glasgow Life Museums Learning Team at Kelvin Hall for one of their family craft workshops during the spring holiday!

Finnish Ham Comedy Night

Love comedy? Love gaming? Well, that’s handy because you can enjoy it all in one amazing evening as R-CADE presents Finnish Ham, their new monthly comedy show!

Flow and Destination

Flow and Destination, a new exhibition celebrating the natural beauty and heritage of two iconic Scottish Water sites has opened for the public to enjoy at Mugdock's Campsie Gallery!

Free Easter Bunny Trail

Easter Bunnies have hopped into shop windows all across the town centre as the free and family friendly Milngavie Easter Bunny Trail returns between Thursday 26th March and Saturday 18th April!

Free Spring Art Workshops for Disabled Children and Young People

Join Project Ability for some artistic joy as they host a series of Family Workshops over the Spring Holidays for disabled children and young people!

Fun Time Carnivals: Glasgow Green

Fun Time Carnivals are bringing their funfair back to Glasgow Green between Friday 3rd and Sunday 19th April, just in time for the Easter Holidays!

Gaba Whit? An Exhibition Of Publications From The Gaberbocchus Press

Gaba Whit? is an exhibition and events showcasing the Gaberbocchus Press collection available at The Mitchell Library between Wednesday 1st April and Wednesday 6th May.

Gallus

Eclectic indie-punk outfit Gallus will headline Glasgow's McChuills on Wednesday 8th April as part of a run of dates!

Gartnavel Royal Summer House Residency

Project Ability artists and inpatients from Gartnavel Royal Hospital reflect on ideas of comfort and disturbance in nature, with visits to the Gartnavel Summer House and gardens.

Gin Tour and Tastings

Isle of Cumbrae Distillers' Gin Tour and Tastings highlight the important role women played in the history of gin and showcase the colourful smuggling history of the Clyde and the history of Millport!

Glasgow Central Station Tours

Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!

Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour

This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!

Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on this unique street art and modern culture tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track!

Good Move Glasgow Health Walks

Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!

Good Move Themed Guided Walks

Join Good Move for their FREE guided walks... lace up your shoes and enjoy a stroll around Glasgow discovering the city's heritage, architecture and wildlife along the way.

Gothic Glasgow

Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!

Hamleys Glasgow Easter Holiday Events

Get ready for a cracking Easter at Hamleys Glasgow, featuring Minion meet-and-greets, LEGO builds, and party fun that promises a magical Easter experience for the whole family!

Harbour and Horizon Exhibition

Harbour and Horizon brings together artworks, historical photographs and artefacts from the last two centuries to the Scottish Maritime Museum in Dumbarton.

Historic Tours of Glasgow University

Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!

I, Daniel Blake

I, Daniel Blake, at the Citizens Theatre, is a touching and vital story of how people come together in the face of adversity and how sometimes creating a family to support you just isn't enough.

Innis and Gunn Pub Quiz on West Nile Street

Sharp thinker? Get a team together for the weekly pub quiz at Innis and Gunn Brewery Taproom West Nile Street!

Island Town

Coming to the Tron Theatre in April, Island Town is a blistering and darkly funny play from award-winning playwright Simon Longman capturing the ache of growing up in a community that feels forgotten.

James

James have announced they will return to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Wednesday 8th April as part of their 'Love Is The Answer' tour with special guests Doves!

Jordan Ward

Following the announcement of his upcoming album BACKWARD, Jordan Ward has also announced he'll bring 'The Apartment Tour' to The Art School on Wednesday 8th April!

Joshua Radin

Don't mis American indie-folk singer-songwriter Joshua Radin when he returns to Cottiers on Wednesday 8th April!

Journey

Journey is one of Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre's two shows. It features a wide selection of kinetic sculptures including the most recent works by Eduard Bersudsky made in Scotland.

Kelvingrove Organ Recitals

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!

Kelvingrove Springtime Fun

Explore the work of Scottish Artists in the Glasgow Museum Collection during the Spring holiday at Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum!

Kevin Sinfield

One of the most successful players in rugby league history, Kevin Sinfield, is heading to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in April for a very special evening.

Kids Easter Concrete Planter Painting Workshop

Kids can join Roothless Design at Calton Heritage and Learning Centre for a fun, hands-on workshop where they will personalise a hand-cast concrete planter to take home!

Kids Easter Holiday Climbing Club

The Climbing Academy's holiday climbing sessions are packed with climbing fun, giving kids the chance to burn off energy, conquer challenges and build confidence – all while having an absolute blast

Kids Easter Holiday Climbing Club

The Climbing Academy's holiday climbing sessions are packed with climbing fun, giving kids the chance to burn off energy, conquer challenges and build confidence – all while having an absolute blast

Kids Holiday Craft Club

Unleash your child's imagination at Magical Crafting Club, where they'll make eco-friendly masterpieces and new friends while you enjoy a well-deserved four-hour break!

Leap then Look: Play Interact Explore

Play Interact Explore is an exhibition of interactive artworks and resources created by Leap Then Look, which is artists Lucy Cran and Bill Leslie.

Legally Blonde

The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production, don't miss it at the King's Theatre Glasgow in April!

Loch Lomond Faerie Trail

Located in one of Scotland's most charming villages, join Loch Lomond Faerie Trail for a delightful adventure through our enchanting woodlands!

Luke And Pete Talking Sheet Live

See your favorite chaotic duo, Peter Rethinasamy and Luke Craig, live and unedited, when they come to The Glee Club Glasgow on Wednesday 8th April!

LUSH Glasgow City - Hop Into Easter Workshop

The Easter Bunny has hopped into LUSH Glasgow City! Join the team this Easter holiday for an adventure like no other for Bath Bomb Making, Easter Egg & Spoon Race and more festive fun!

LUSH Glasgow City Parent & Tots Coffee Morning

Book in to Lush Glasgow City for a Coffee Morning like no other and let your little one explore the world of potion making with our bath bombs, shower slimes, and bubble bars.

Lush Glasgow Fort - Easter Parties

Make your very own Lush bath bomb, play Easter themed Lush games and take home a goodie bag with your handmade bath bomb, samples and more at Lush Glasgow Fort this April!

Me And My Friends

Led by guitarist and songwriter Nick Rasle, Me and My Friends fuse highlife guitar, rich vocal harmonies, clarinet and cello into a sound that is unmistakably their own.

Monkland & Kirkintilloch - Scotland’s First Modern Railway

All aboard and celebrate 200 years of Scottish rail history with a brilliant, family-friendly exhibition telling the story of the Monkland & Kirkintilloch Railway at the Auld Kirk Museum!

MUMS - Meet Up & Make Stuff

MUMS - Meet Up & Make Stuff - is a project delivering free creative wellbeing sessions for new mums led by artist Marie-Claire Lacey with a cohort of guest artists.

Night: International Photography Exhibition

For the month of April the Glasgow Gallery of Photography is showcasing the work of photographers from the UK and Internationally in an exhibition with the theme Night.

Pollok Fold Events

The staff at Pollok Fold have some exciting events running throughout the year, come along and learn all about their award-winning highland cattle!

Polmadie Car Boot Sale

Held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, Polmadie Car Boot Sale is Scotland's only fully undercover car boot sale!

R-CADE Boardgames Swap Shop

The R-CADE Boardgames Swap Shop is back for a fourth year! During the school holiday game sessions the swap table in the cafe will be set up with free books and boardgames for families to take home.

Rae-Yen Song Solo Exhibition

Tramway presents the most ambitious solo exhibition to date of Glasgow based artist Rae-Yen Song, as they transform Tramway's vast gallery space into a sub-aquatic world!

Rangers Football Club Stadium Tour

Experience the magic of this world famous stadium with your very own 'access all areas' pass on a tour of Ibrox, the home of Rangers FC!

Seaforce Powerboats - Boat Trips On The Clyde

The Clyde Ride, Glasgow's must-do boat trip, is perfect for sightseeing with friends, family and thrill-seekers alike in Scotland's vibrant city!

Seasonal Yoga Class

Expect a mix of seasonal flow yoga, breathwork, gentle meditation, and Yoga Nidra at Yoga By Fiona's Seasonal Yoga Classes.

Shine Productions presents The Prince of Egypt The Musical

Shine Productions will bring their production of The Prince of Egypt The Musical to the Theatre Royal Glasgow in April!

Some Rhythms Persist: Sculpture, Sound, and the Afterlives of Empire

Glasgow Print Studio is delighted to announce a two-person exhibition by artists Shenece Oretha and Camara Taylor, showcasing innovative approaches to sculpture, sound, and printmaking.

Spring Athletics Camp - Giffnock North AC

Giffnock North Athletics Club's Spring Holiday Camps, for 5 to 12 year olds, are a great way to have fun, whilst trying out some fun athletics activities and making new friends!

Spring Holiday Family Activity: Make a Willow Pattern Plate

Celebrate the brighter days and add some luxury to your dining table, decorate a real ceramic plate with your own design, inspired by Kate Cranston's favourite crockery – the Willow Pattern Plate!

Spring Holiday Programme: Celebrating Change

From objects that have transformed over centuries to artworks shaped by time and the seasons, The Burrell's Spring Discover sessions invite you to explore how change touches everything around us!

Spring Junior Ranger 3 Day Camp

Calling all active 8-12 year olds! From fires to shelters, maps to wildlife ID, come along and learn how to survive in the countryside at Mugdock Country Park on this Spring Junior Ranger 3 Day Camp!

St Mungo’s Museum Springtime Fun

Explore charms, amulets and folklore at St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art's hands on activities over the Spring Holiday!

Starlight Easter Day Camp

Join Starlight Holiday Camps this Easter for a week full of fun activities including arts & crafts, baking, games, filmmaking and more!

Still Glasgow

Still Glasgow at the Gallery of Modern Art is an extensive new exhibition which has photography at its core and looks at Glasgow, past and present.

Suzie Ungerleider

Revered Americana singer-songwriter Suzie Ungerleider has announced a run of UK shows in support of the release of the deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed album, Among the Evergreens.

Texture: International Photography Exhibition

For the month of April the Glasgow Gallery of Photography is showcasing the work of photographers from the UK and Internationally in an exhibition with the theme Texture.

The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour

Enjoy a walking tour and explore the thriving food scene of Glasgow's leafy west end with The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour!

Time, Trust, and Truth: How (Mis)Information Shapes What We Believe

Time, Trust, and Truth is a public event exploring how trust in information is built, lost, and sometimes repaired - and how timing shapes what we believe.

Violet

Violet at Project Ability is a group exhibition bringing together work by artists from across all three studio programmes celebrating the richness, variety and individuality of contemporary art!

Wild Cards Easter at RSPB Loch Lomond

Take the family out for an adventure and Egg‑splore the great outdoors with RSPB Loch Lomond's new Wild Cards and uncover the hidden heroes of nature as you explore the nature reserve!

X-CRAFT ‘Dive Deep’

X-CRAFT Dive Deep is an ALL NEW 360 Immersive Show that utilises MASSIVE 360 degree screens to tell the story of the submarine pioneers that paved the way for the submarines of today!

The Avenue Shopping Centre have three days full of Easter fun planned between Tuesday 7th and Thursday 9th April!

Come to Rouken Glen Park this April for Meander Art Therapy, which uses creative art making to help children and adults to understand themselves in a relaxed and nature-filled atmosphere!

PRIME Football Coaching look forward to hosting two week-long football camp during the Easter holidays to keep your players active, healthy, socialising and entertained!

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

Hop along this Easter with the whole family and enjoy a fun-packed visit at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions... you would be hopping-mad to miss out!

Gabby's Dollhouse Live! is a brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation. Don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse in April!

St Andrews Heritage Museum & Garden are hosting holiday activities for all ages to enjoy including an Easter Trail, Fruit & Veg Block Printing and Storytelling & Badge Making!

Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.

Beloved CBeebies star Nick Cope brings his guitar, songs and animations to St Andrews for a fun-filled family performance at The Byre Theatre St Andrews on 8th April.

Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Lanark Memorial Hall on Wednesday 8th April!

Families are invited to join North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre in Motherwell over the holidays to enjoy Easter themed arts and crafts, film screenings, a Mini Zoo and more!

Families can enjoy a wide range of exciting events at Summerlee this Easter, their programme runs from Friday 3rd April to Friday 17th April, with activities taking place daily from 11am - 4pm!

This spring, Kelburn Castle invites you to explore the forest, rebuild the story, and draw the sword in a magical, self-led adventure inspired by the legendary tale of King Arthur!

ACCORD Hospice's Annual Art Exhibition returns - bigger and better than ever before - bringing together the best local and national artists to celebrate all forms of art and creativity!

Zyair Circus is coming to GRID, packed with fearless acrobats, jaw dropping stunts and non stop thrills for the whole family, this is edge of your seat entertainment you won't want to miss!

Inflatable Fun City returns with a brand new location... Barnhill Farm! Bounce, slide, and play all day in an exciting new space made for maximum fun!

Sea Dragon is the perfect underwater adventure the whole family will enjoy, featuring handcrafted puppets and original songs, ideal for babies and preschool children!

Young Creatives at The Stirling Smith is an exhibition of portfolio artwork from the seven high schools across the region showcasing the extraordinary talent thriving within school art departments.