Events in Glasgow on Thursday 30th 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.

Aortarota: ACCUMULATION Album Launch

Negative Hope presents... ACCUMULATION, Aortarota's, dark, doomy and visceral goth rock debut album launch at McChuills on Thursday 30th April!

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!

Art For Baby

Art for Baby is a fun informal workshop that offers a space for rest and wellbeing in the Burrell Collection for parents, carers and babies.

ASN Quiet Game Sessions

R-CADE host ASN Quiet Gaming Sessions, suitable for all ages, every Thursday afternoon, choose from over 1700 age appropriate games across over 20 consoles!

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!

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.

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!

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!

Dodgeball With The Kelvin Rapids - First Session Free

Looking to try a fun new sport? Kelvin Rapids Dodgeball Club, Glasgow's Premier Dodgeball Club, hold sessions on Thursday evenings at Bellcraig Community Centre!

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!

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.

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!

Glasgow University Opera Society: The Fairy Queen

Glasgow University Opera Society is proud to present Purcell's The Fairy Queen, based on Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, at Cottiers on the 29th and 30th of April!

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!

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.

Heartbreak - The Tom Petty Show

Heartbreak: The Tom Petty Show bring their acclaimed 50th Anniversary Tour to The Classic Grand on Thursday 30th April, celebrating five decades of one of rock music's most loved bands!

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.

Kelvingrove Organ Recitals

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

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.

Live Jazz

Sit back, relax, and listen to live jazz whilst indulging in the finest of French cuisine every Thursday in the heart of Glasgow city centre at Atlantic Bar & Brasserie!

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 - Crochet Club

LUSH Glasgow City are all about bringing people together. If you're looking for a new group this year who get hands on with creative projects, look no further than their Crochet Club!

Mediascape Glasgow TECHDay

After the incredible success and feedback received following the Aberdeen & Edinburgh events, Mediascape is excited to bring back their AV TECHday, this time in the city of Glasgow!

moniqux ensemble presents Dictations - The Heart of the Sea

Through dance and live vocals, Dictations - The Heart of the Sea from moniqux ensemble explores how family and community are carried and remembered.

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!

MT Jones

Rising Liverpool soul singer MT Jones is hitting the road in support of his upcoming debut album, Joy, don't miss him live at Glasgow's King Tut's on Thursday 30th April!

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.

One Night In Tennessee

Inspired by the open mic nights of Bourbon Street, Old Bohemia and their talented friends take to the stage and cover your favourite country classics at Maggie's Rock N Rodeo!

Open Jam with Jack Heavenor

Thursdays are for jamming! Don't miss The Maverick's Open Jam with Jack Heavenor... a relaxed, inclusive space for vocalists and instrumentalists to explore the standards & improvise!

Pint-Sized Picasso - Children’s Craft Classes

Pint-Sized Picasso is an inclusive children's craft class for little ones aged 9 months onwards held on Thursdays at Merry-Go-Round!

PLUG

Working with a huge number of ensembles, guest artists and composers over the years, PLUG is a launchpad for new experiments and exciting ideas bouncing around Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Quiz Hard presents Sloans Pub Quiz

Every Thursday night, Quiz Hard presents the Sloans Pub Quiz! Show off your skills, grab your team mates and win some amazing prizes!

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!

RSNO 2025/26: Orchestral Qawwali Project

The Orchestral Qawwali Project joins the musicians of the RSNO and RSNO Chorus for a special one-off show!

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!

Showtunes & Filth

Thursdays at Riding Room... get on down to your favourite Joint on The Corner, cause they have a delicious serving of high camp that'll set the perfect tone ahead of your weekend!

SNJO - Two Gils and a Bill

Experience an uplifting evening of jazz as legendary pianist Gil Goldstein performs a vibrant collection of original works and masterful arrangements with the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra!

Solence

Swedish electro-metal band, Solence, will headline Cathouse Rock Club on Thursday 30th April with support from DREAM STATE and Written By Wolves.

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.

St Bride’s Knit ‘n’ Natter

Held on Thursdays through the year, the Knit and Natter group at St Bride's, Hyndland is a free, drop-in event suitable for beginners and experts alike!

Stand & Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-in

Played out to a live 80's soundtrack, Stand & Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-in is the true story of the gallus Greenock girls who fought a battle against injustice that thrust them onto the world stage.

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.

Student Thursday’s at Vibes Glasgow

Each and every Thursday SAB Management will be taking over Vibes Glasgow for their weekly residency, featuring fresh, up and coming local talent!

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 Barr Brothers

The Barr Brothers continue to embrace and enchant audiences with their methodical-yet-whimsical approach to music making. Don't miss them live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 30th April!

The Choir of Man

Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit The Choir of Man is now on its first ever UK tour, don't miss it at The King's Theatre Glasgow in April!

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 Mitchell Library Death Cafe hosted by Creating Conversations CIC

Join Creating Conversations CIC at The Mitchell Library for one of their regular Death Cafe, a safe, confidential and friendly space to come together and talk openly and honestly about death.

The Naked Neds

Hot off the heels of their sold-out tour, The Naked Neds are back! Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughter, tears, and maybe a few awkward moments with Paul, Jamie, Tony, Harry, and Bev!

The Thursday Show

The weekend starts here! Catch five acts on a two hour stand-up showcase at The Stand Glasgow on selected Thursdays through the year!

Themed Tours at The Burrell Collection

Join the Burrell Collection's expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours.

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.

Under 30’s Single Mingle

Berlinkys is the place to be for all under 30s singles to get their mingle on while enjoying a cocktail and listening to live music on Thursday 30th April!

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!

Zoe Barnett: Classical Guitar Concert

As part of Alba GB's Glasgow concert series, internationally renowned British guitarist Zoe Barnett performs her classical guitar repertoire at The Renfield Centre on Thursday 30th April!

Eastwood Park Theatre has announced Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood will take to its stage on Thursday 30th April for a fab-u-lous night of big songs, tall tales, and glamour!

Join the Beltane Fire Festival on Calton Hill on Thursday 30th April, as fire, story, and ritual bring everyone together once more to mark the season of growth, connection, and renewal!

Prepare to be dazzled as we pay tribute to the voice, the legacy, and the magic of Celine Dion at the Corn Exchange Haddington on 30th April.

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils of giant prehistoric animals when the immersive, family friendly exhibition Giants comes to the National Museum of Scotland!

Step into a night of show-stopping vocals, dazzling performances, and a sensational live band in Endless Love The Show – the ultimate celebration of Diana Ross and Lionel Richie.

Gary Meikle returns to the stage with brand new show, Yer Maw, don't miss him live at the Corn Exchange Cupar on Thursday 30th April!

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.

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Motherwell Shopping Centre between Wednesday 29th April and Monday 4th May!

Brought to life by Encore Stars Academy's outstanding cast, this thrilling and hilarious production will leave you humming 'Suddenly, Seymour' long after the curtain falls!

Join Angela Dunlop, Psychic Medium for an evening of communication with loved ones in Spirit at The Normandy Hotel!

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!

Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award-winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry.

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.