Events in Glasgow on Saturday 18th April 2026

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.

All Ages Retro Game Sessions

Get your game on at Glasgow's only family friendly retro gaming arcade... Choose from over 1700 games across over 20 consoles from the last 5 decades, including Atari, Nintendo, Sega and Playstation!

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!

Bearsden Art Club Annual Exhibition

Bearsden Art Club return to Lillie Art Gallery, Milngavie, between Saturday 5th April and Thursday 8th May with their Annual Exhibition!

Bearsden Choir: Come & Sing Jazz

Join Bearsden Choir in the beautiful Kelvin West Parish Church, right in the centre of Glasgow's West End, for what will be a fun afternoon of choral jazz singing!

Bed By 10pm

Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? Bed By 10pm is a chance for ravers over 30 to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing scene!

Big Kid Circus: Loch Lomond

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Loch Lomond Shores between Tuesday 14th and Sunday 19th April!

Boogie Brunch

Stevie Lennon and the brunch crew once again take over the OUI Bar at everyone's favourite party hotel, the Radisson RED, for another afternoon of spectacular tunes and live entertainment!

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!

BUZZCUT Festival

BUZZCUT Festival returns for 4 days this April presenting 26 artists and collectives across 3 venues... Tramway, Strangefield, and Glad Cafe!

Carmunnock Heritage Trail

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

CASH (Johnny Cash Tribute)

GS Promotions bring Johnny Cash Tribute, CASH, to The Garage Glasgow, complete with full live band, on Saturday 18th April!

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.

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.

Creative Citizens

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

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!

Discover - Make And Create, Handle And Discuss Objects

Kelvingrove's Discover - Make And Create, Handle And Discuss Objects weekly sessions offer free hands-on fun designed for families with children!

Discover! Spring Holiday Weekend Sessions

Join The Burrell Collection during the Spring holidays for a free drop in family session where you can get hands on and find out more about the collection through crafts, music and object handling!

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!

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 - Bumper Cabaret Show

Join the Riding Room for their FREE bumper cabaret shows, doors swing open from 7pm with a delectable cocktail range, featuring all of the classics and their very own stable staples!

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 Glasgow West End Walking Tour

Join a fun and informative small group walking tour around the West End of Glasgow discovering its history, stories and characters along the way!

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.

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.

Gary Meikle: Yer Maw

Gary Meikle returns to the stage with a brand new show, Yer Maw, don't miss him live at Denny Civic Theatre on the 17th and 18th April!

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 Coffee Festival

The annual Glasgow Coffee Festival returns to The Briggait to showcase Scotland's speciality coffee culture in a two day event on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th April!

Glasgow Kiss: The Musical

From the writer of The Tommy Burns Story & PORNO comes Glasgow Kiss: The Musical, featuring songs by artists connected with the Greatest City in the World!

Glasgow Music City Tours: Merchant City Music Walking Tour

Get under the skin of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of Merchant City and the East End from Glasgow Music City Tours!

Glasgow Music City Tours: Music Mile Walking Tour

Feel the beat of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of the city centre with Glasgow Music City Tours!

Glasgow Roller Derby - 5 Nations Triple Header

Come along to Glasgow Club Bellahouston as Glasgow Roller Derby take part in an exciting triple header as part of the 5 Nations Tournament!

Glasgow Running Festival

Glasgow comes together this April for a brand-new weekend of racing, movement and community in the heart of the city... don't miss your opportunity to take part in the Glasgow Running Festival!

Glasgow Shine Cancer Support In Person Meet Up

Shine Cancer Support supports young adults in their 20s, 30s or 40s who have been affected with a cancer diagnosis, join them for their next Meet Up at Caffe Nero on Saturday 18th April!

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!

Glasgow Theatre & Entertainment Tour

Enjoy an edifying, amusing and sensational walking tour of the entertainment and theatre history of Glasgow with Judith Bowers, founder of The Spirit of Glasgow Tour Company!

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!

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!

Happy Mondays

Happy Mondays have announced a massive headline tour including three nights at The Barrowlands on the 16th, 17th and 18th April featuring very special guests The Farm and North Side!

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!

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!

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.

Kelvin Hall Building Tour

Join the volunteer tour guides for a free 45 minute tour of Kelvin Hall and take a peek behind the scenes in Glasgow Museums' store!

Kelvingrove Organ Recitals

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

Knightswood Congregational Church Spring Fair

Knightswood Congregational Church will host their annual Spring Fair on Saturday 18th April... come along and enjoy a great afternoon of family fun!

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.

Led Zeppelin: Fulldome Experience

Get ready to rock the dome! Don't miss your chance to experience Led Zeppelin like never before in the Planetarium at Glasgow Science Centre!

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!

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!

Maggies Rock N Rodeo Cowboy Ceilidh

Get ready to go buck wild at Maggies Rock N Rodeo's sellout Cowboy Ceilidh - the wildest country party this side of Texas!

Matt Johnson & Jason Wood - Cognitive Dissident In Conversation

Join Matt Johnson of THE THE in conversation with acclaimed writer Jason Wood at Saint Luke's Glasgow to mark the release of their new book, Cognitive Dissident.

Mayhem Bingo - Drumchapel Exclusive

Mayhem Bingo's very first stop on their Scotland tour comes to Mecca Bingo Glasgow Drumchapel on Saturday 18th April, hosted by DJ Cookie, DJ Paul F and Drrrrrumchapel's own GARYYYYY!

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!

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.

Over The Top - The Tartan Army 28 Years Later

Take an unforgettable trip down memory lane, celebrating 28 years of the legendary Tartan Army spirit at Kirkintilloch Town Hall on Saturday 18th April!

Paul Carrack

Paul Carrack, one of Britain's most cherished and distinctive voices, has announced a full UK tour for Spring 2026, including a night at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo on Saturday 18th April!

Peaches

Iconic musician, producer, director, and performance artist, Peaches heads to SWG3 Glasgow's TV Studio on Saturday 18th April!

Pernille Haaland - Saga of a Single Bitch

Award-winning comedian Pernille Haaland brings 'Saga of a Single Bitch', a hilarious Nordic standup journey through millennial singledom, to The Stand Glasgow on Saturday 18th April!

Pollok Parkrun

Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!

Polmadie Car Boot Sale

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

Porridge In The Park Community Breakfast

Join the Golden Spurtle-World-Championship-Winning duo of James Leach and Adam Kiani at Gathering Ground for a plant-based community breakfast that celebrates the humble oat!

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.

R-CADE Over 18’s Retro Gaming Sessions

Enjoy three hours of gaming in R-CADE's retro video game arcade with access to their specialised table top party games as part of their Over 18's Retro Gaming Sessions!

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!

Rob Beckett: Giraffe

From Bromley to Brisbane, Rob Beckett's new show Giraffe is going worldwide. Catch it at The King's Theatre Glasgow on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th April 2026!

Saturday Art Club

The Gallery of Modern Art holds a regular, drop in, Saturday Morning Art Club for 5 to 12 year olds!

Scottish Ballet - Starstruck

Prepare to be transported into a glamorous world where jazz meets ballet, and the stars align when Scottish Ballet bring Starstruck to the Theatre Royal Glasgow in April!

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!

Shawlands Farmers Market

Shawlands Farmers Market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's Southside on the first and third Saturdays each month!

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.

Springburn Parkrun

Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!

Springfest: The Scottish Food & Drink Festival

Springfest, The Scottish Food & Drink Festival, returns for 2026 on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th April, celebrating delicious local produce on the beautiful bonny banks of Loch Lomond!

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.

Stone & Bloom

Stone & Bloom at The Glasgow Gallery brings together three artists exploring the relationship between nature and urban life through memory, emotion, and personal experience.

Take 2: Family-Friendly Films

Everything from kid-friendly classics to family foreign language and the latest blockbuster releases, Take 2 screenings at Glasgow Film Theatre will keep even the littlest film fans entertained!

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 Baby & Toddler Show

The UK's biggest baby and toddler show, the ultimate event for new and expectant parents, is returning to the SEC Glasgow between the Friday 17th and Sunday 19th April!

The Barras Market

With its iconic archways The Barras Market is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend, come along and grab yourself a bargain or two!

The Bros. Landreth

The Bros. Landreth will bring their Tumbling Wild Tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 18th April with special guest Begonia!

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!

The Lilacs

Northern lads The Lilacs are a high-energy indie band from Wigan, don't miss them live at Glasgow's King Tut's on Saturday 18th April!

The Mugdock Market

Come along to The Mugdock Market on the third Saturday of the month for a fantastic choice of top quality food, produce, drinks, arts, crafts and artisan goods!

The National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland

The National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland bring their flagship concert to the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, featuring their three ensembles for a night of incredible music on Saturday 18th April!

The Saturday Show

The Glasgow Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!

Together - Apart

Exhibition Together | Apart brings together work by neurodivergent artists from across Scotland, exploring experiences of separation and connection – and the ways they can exist at the same time.

Tollcross Parkrun

Tollcross Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Tollcross Park in the East End of Glasgow!

Victoria Parkrun

Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!

Vinyl Fantasy 2.0

Vinyl Fantasy 2.0 lands at SWG3 Warehouse on Saturday 18th April... an all vinyl night with The Thrillseekers, Simon Foy, William Daniel and Stewart Green!

WestFest Pop-up Launch

The WestFest team will be popping up across the West End on Saturday 18th April with free entertainment as they lunch this year's festival programme!

Wheels Of Life

Wheels of Life at Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre is a special show which features some of the earliest and most exquisite work created by Eduard Bersudsky in Russia.

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!

Join BrawTechies for a fun-filled day where children and parents can explore the exciting programmes BrawTechies has to offer, from coding and robotics to game development and artificial intelligence!

Join Clarkston Bowling & Tennis Club for their Try Bowls Afternoons on Saturday 18th April, it's the most fun you can have on two feet and can be played by young and old alike!

Much-loved tenor, Alfie Boe has announced a nationwide UK tour for 2026 including a night at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Saturday 18th April!

After selling out in January, all-day music festival Cowgate Block Party returns to the heart of Edinburgh on Saturday 18th April!

Following sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and London's Soho Theatre, veteran improviser David Elms brings his cult hit show to Monkey Barrel Comedy on 18th April!

Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band!

Come along to Markets Between Two Firths' monthly Cupar Market in Crossgate which features a variety of local independent producers and creatives!

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!

Following a sold-out, standing-ovation premiere at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Balancing in Freedom returns to the stage in 2026.

Brought to you by Makers and Merchants Markets, Brewers, Bites & Beats is a family-friendly foodie festival coming to Lanark Agricultural Centre on Saturday 18th 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!

Experience the stirring true story of the Boswell's Galloping Farmers in Gallipoli through Sound Escape Theatre's six-part audio drama bringing Alexander Barclay's long-lost WWI memoir to life!

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!

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!

Local guitarist Fraser John Lindsay and his amazing melting pot of top musicians return to play Paisley Arts Centre with electrifying Australian-born singer Charlotte Marshall!

Come along to Hotel Colessio and join Action in Mind for a full night of music, dancing and fun at their Ceilidh Fundraiser on Saturday 18th April!

Get ready for a cracking all-dayer of live music at Larbert's wonderful Dobbie Hall on Saturday 18th April, featuring Helicon, Duke Duncan & The Hurricanes, Jasmin Jet and more!

Enjoy a meditative day making needle felted succulents with world famous textile artist and doll maker Johanna Flanagan, aka The Pale Rook, at the Central Scotland School of Craft!