Events in Glasgow on 23 August 2025
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Events in Glasgow
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!
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ABBA Party Night
Stunningly authentic costumes and great audience interaction have firmly established this show as Scotland's number one live ABBA Party!
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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.
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All Ages Retro Gaming Sessions At R-CADE
Get your game on at Glasgow's only family friendly retro gaming venue by booking one of their Retro Gaming Sessions!
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Beauty for Ashes
Whether you're new to faith or a seasoned believer, Beauty for Ashes is a night for you. Come with a heart ready to worship, be refreshed, and leave transformed.
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Birds, Flowers, Moon, Kimono by Megumi Barrington Uenoyama
This exhibition is selected new print works from Orkney-based Japanese artist, Megumi Barrington Uenoyama, exploring themes relating to her dual cultural influences.
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Blood On The Clocktower Glasgow
Blood On The Clocktower is a fun social deduction game that includes all the excitement of The Traitors, but with even more strategy and proof to help you out!
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Bounce & Rhyme Sessions
The Language Hub's Bounce & Rhyme French and German sessions introduce the youngest members of the family to a second language in the earliest stages of their development!
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Bute Highland Games
Bute Highland Games return on Saturday 23rd August with another packed programme of events for all the family to enjoy!
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Capturing the Moment: Glasgow Then and Now
To celebrate Glasgow's 850th anniversary, students from Shawlands Academy have teamed up with Glasgow Life Museums to celebrate by curating this touring exhibition!
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Carmunnock Heritage Trail
Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!
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Cash For Kids Day Rave
DJ Trio BluesN2's take on the mighty GBX team in a massive music fundraiser for children's charity Cash for Kids at Platform!
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Cathcart, Merrylee & Muirend Festival: Discovery Trail
Something is amiss in the windows of our local businesses... take a walk up Clarkston Road and see if you can spot the unexpected items being displayed!
READ MORECathcart, Merrylee & Muirend Festival: Summer Fete
Join Cathcart, Merrylee & Muirend Festival at Cathcart Baptist Church on Saturday 23rd August for their annual Summer Fete!
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Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour
Join Walking Tours in Glasgow to explore the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy!
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Ciara Phillips - Undoing it
Undoing It at the Gallery of Modern Art is a new solo exhibition by Canadian/Irish artist Ciara Phillips, of woodcuts, etchings and screen-prints.
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Citizens Theatre Homecoming Festival
After years of transformation, the Citizens Theatre are throwing their doors open once more with Homecoming – a two-week celebration of creativity, community, and connection!
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Comedy Drag Bingo
Barbra LaBush is normally a night owl but this time she wants to start the party early with some fabulous Drag Bingo on a Saturday afternoon at Arta!
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Compass Gallery Summer Show
Running throughout June, July & August, Compass Gallery's Summer Show features a selection of paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by some new graduates and regular contemporary exhibitors.
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Cowboy Stripshow
Saddle up for the cheekiest cabaret in town as Maggie's Rock 'N' Rodeo presents the Cowboy Stripshow!
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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!
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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!
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Discover! Weekend Sessions
Join The Burrell Collection each weekend 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!
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Drawn to Print with Fraser Taylor
This two day workshop at Print Clan with Fraser Taylor will explore the relationship between the hand drawn image and the printed image.
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Exhibition: Performing 19th Century Glasgow: Nation, Celebrity, Empire
The Mitchell Library presents an exhibition showcasing the city's vibrant theatrical culture between 1800 and 1900.
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Family Climbing Tasters
These one-hour 'have-a-go' sessions are perfect for anyone curious about indoor climbing but not quite ready to commit to a full course!
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Flamingo Beach at Silverburn
Pink flamingos are flocking back to Glasgow for Summer as Silverburn prepares for the return of its Flamingo Beach, bigger and better for 2025!
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Free BYITC Supermaths Drone Workshop for Ages 8 and Above!
Join BYITC for their free Beginner's Drone Workshop, a hands-on and interactive session designed to spark curiosity and ignite a passion for drone technology—no prior experience needed!
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From Brick to Building: Mount Stuart’s Development
Mount Stuart Trust hosts From Brick to Building, a summer exhibition exploring the architectural legacy of one of Scotland's most remarkable houses.
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From Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams
From Pit To Pitch: A Story Of Coal Seams & Football Dreams at the Scottish Football Museum explores the links between mining and football in Scotland.
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Gaza Fundraiser
A charity event featuring DJs GK Machine, Jamie Wilson & Helenna is being held on Saturday 23rd August at McNeill's in aid of three fundraisers in Gaza.
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GBX VS BluesN2’s DJ’s - Cash For Kids Charity Event
DJ Trio BluesN2's take on the mighty GBX team in a massive Music Fundraiser for Cash for Kids Children's Charity at Platform on Saturday 23rd August!
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Gerber Fine Art Summer Exhibition
Running throughout July & August, Gerber Fine Art's Summer Exhibition features a huge variety of artists from mid-century to present day.
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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!
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Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Glasgow 850 Theatre & Entertainment Tour
Enjoy an edifying, amusing and sensational walking tour of the entertainment and theatre history of Glasgow over the last 850 years!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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Glasgow Requiem: The Walk
Discover the hidden lives and stories of the city on an immersive audio journey through Glasgow with The Walk, FREE to experience for everyone.
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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!
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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!
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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!
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Hand-Building: Introduction Class - Craft & Sip
Join The Craft Pottery Studio for their most popular BYOB pottery session... a fun introduction to making ceramic forms using hand-building techniques!
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High Voltage EP Launch + Start From Scratch + Surface Detail
Join Goblin Mode Promotions for another amazing night at The Audio Lounge featuring live music from High Voltage, Start From Scratch and Surface Detail!
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Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
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How to Improve Your Concentration
Learn how to improve your concentration and create the mental space needed for greater peace, productivity, and presence in daily life on this workshop at Kadampa Meditation Centre Glasgow.
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In The City Festival - POSTPONED
Curated from the heart and full of soul, In The City Festival welcomes a collection of era-defining artists, elite selectors and fresh local talent to celebrate Glasgow 850 in Barrowland Park!
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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!
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Introduction to Zen Buddhism
Cloud Water Zen Group are holding an 'Introduction to Zen Buddhism' workshop covering the basics of Zen teaching and practice on Saturday 23rd August.
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Julie Smith and Bridget Hunter
The Glasgow Gallery are delighted to welcome two vibrant and expressive artists, Julie Smith and Bridget Hunter, for a joint exhibition rooted in the rich beauty of the Scottish landscape.
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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!
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Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
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King Tut’s Summer Nights
King Tut's Wah Wah Hut Summer Nights music festival is back! With the grassroots festival returning for its 11th year, fans can expect another 7 weeks of the freshest talent Scotland has to offer!
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Live Music at Maggie’s
Enjoy live music 7 nights a week at Maggie's with Country classics and singalongs in the main bar every night!
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LKP Markets & Events: St Enoch Centre Market
LKP Markets & Events is delighted to host a regular market at St Enoch Centre, come along, have a browse and support local talented businesses!
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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!
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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!
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Mimesis: African Soldier
GoMA's next main gallery exhibition is Sir John Akomfrah's Mimesis: African Soldier, a film installation which will be shown across three screens.
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Mugdock - Form and Texture
The first exhibition at Mugdock's Campsie Gallery, 'Mugdock – Form and Texture', is a photographic exploration by Alan McBride of the popular destination's natural and built structures.
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Museum Of Things
Through a process of artistic reclamation, Museum of Things delves critically and creatively into The Hunterian's spaces and artefacts, reimagining their significance in contemporary contexts.
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Orange: International Photography Exhibition
The Glasgow Gallery of Photography are hosting an international photography exhibition with the theme of Orange, discover how artists around the world interpret and explore this vibrant hue!
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Our People’s Palace
Discover fascinating tales of Glasgow with the 'Our People's Palace' touring display! Check out intriguing objects and stories, celebrating Glasgow's vibrant history, coming to a venue near you.
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Partick Farmers Market
This popular farmers market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's West End twice a month!
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Pollok Parkrun
Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!
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Polmadie Car Boot Sale
Held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, Polmadie Car Boot Sale is Scotland's only fully undercover car boot sale!
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Pottery Wheel Taster Session
Start your pottery journey at Creative Bloc with a wheel throwing taster session on Saturdays or Sundays throughout July!
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Pottery Wheel: Group Introduction Class
Join The Craft Pottery Studio for one of their regular introduction to making ceramic forms using the potter's wheel sessions!
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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!
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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!
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Rollers Forever
Rollers Forever, a brand new musical play by Danny McCahon featuring all the hits from the greatest boy band of them all – The Bay City Rollers, comes to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in August!
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Sarah Rose - Torpor
Sarah Rose's exhibition at Tramway, Torpor, incorporates processes of material transformation using the basic elements of glass, heat and light.
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Saturday Art Club
The Gallery of Modern Art holds a regular, drop in, Saturday Morning Art Club for 5 to 12 year olds!
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Saturday Night Comedy
Treat yourself to an evening of award-winning comedy at Glee Club Glasgow, featuring four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Glenarn
Glenarn survives as a complete example of a ten-acre garden which spans from 1850 to the present day, come and explore as part of Scotland's Gardens!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: King’s Park Walled Garden
Come along and explore the C-listed Walled Garden within King's Park as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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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!
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Shine Cancer Support Glasgow In Person Meet Up
Shine Cancer Support support young adults in their 20s, 30s or 40s who have been affected with a cancer diagnosis, join them for their next Meet Up at The Counting House.
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Solange Pessoa
A major new presentation by one of Brazil's most renowned living sculptors, Solange Pessoa, will be hosted at Tramway Glasgow between Saturday 10th May and Monday 22nd September!
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Soma Breathwork Awakening Ceremony
A deeply immersive experience designed to awaken your inner vitality, release emotional blocks, and elevate your state of consciousness through the transformative power of breath and sound.
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Soul & Songbook Saturday
Sit back, enjoy some delicious food, sip on an artisan cocktail and get your requests at the ready when Michelle Elii brings Soul & Songbook Saturday to The Noble!
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Spanish Conversation Classes
The Language Cafe & Hub's language centre offers Spanish conversation classes for all levels and abilities.
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Spotlight: An Exhibition By Art Factory And Nu Gen
Spotlight is a new exhibition featuring a range of drawing, painting and sculpture by young people and adults who attend Platform's weekly taking part art groups.
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Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!
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Stardew Valley Boardgame Night
Join R-CADE for an evening of chilled out farming and building with a game of Stardew Valley: The Board Game!
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Starter Pack - Emerging Artists Exhibition
Explore a dynamic range of painting, printmaking, photography and sculpture when Starter Pack, an emerging artists exhibition, comes to Six Foot Gallery.
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Street: International Photography Exhibition
For the month of August the Glasgow Gallery of Photography is showcasing the work of photographers from the UK and Internationally in an exhibition with the theme of Street photography.
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STREETrave All Dayer
STREETrave are taking over SWG3 on Saturday 23rd August for their legendary Summer All Dayer, featuring a MASSIVE lineup of international artists and the very best in home grown talent!
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Summer Stories and Collecting
Join Annan Gallery for their Summer Exhibition, Summer Stories & Collecting, a seasonal celebration of art during July and August of colour, memory, and imagination!
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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!
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Teasearama
International burlesque powerhouse, Gina Stirling, hits the Riding Room stage for one night only! This bewitching, bedazzling burlesquer will leave you hotter than any Scottish heatwave!
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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!
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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!
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The Hat Collective Millinery Showcase
Step into the enchanting world of millinery as The Hat Collective brings a stylish weekend pop-up to Princes Square between Friday 22nd and Sunday 24th August!
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The Rail Yard Farmers Market
The Rail Yard's weekly Farmers Market provides premium Scottish produce with regular access to unique artisan goods alongside Glasgow-based crafts and gifts!
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Tollcross Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Tollcross Park in the East End of Glasgow!
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Too Good To Throw Market
Explore an extraordinary assortment of preloved, new and nearly new treasures, exciting finds, and local gems at the Too Good To Throw Market at Glasgow Club Bellahouston!
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Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition, a spectacular hi-tech experience will open its doors at SEC Glasgow on Thursday 24th July, following a sell-out 14-week run in London!
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Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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Wasps Summer Artists & Makers Market
Join Wasps Artists' Studios at the Briggait for their annual Summer Market which will showcase the work of their studio holders from across Scotland!
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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.
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Young Talent
Project Ability's annual Young Talent exhibition is back for 2025 showcasing and celebrating the inspiring work made by young artists with disabilities!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Whitelee Walkers Health Walk
Join the Whitelee Rangers for a short health walk on the windfarm on Tuesday mornings - stretch your legs, have a natter and maybe even spot some local wildlife!
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Giffnock Litter Pickers
Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!
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East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Capital Grunge
The Lost Dogs return to Bannermans Bar, Edinburgh's finest grass roots venue, with the best tribute to all things Grunge in the country.
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Shell
Shell is an awe-inspiring solo show that cracks open questions about gender, anatomy, and desire, with the help of a sex-ed-obsessed hockey player and a powerful, otherworldly Peanut.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden
This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart
Kirkcaldy Boot and Mart at Mitchelston Industrial Estate is an indoor and outdoor market held every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday... all welcome!
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Forthlines : Responses to Fife’s coastline produced during Covid
This exhibition in the Scottish Fisheries Museum showcases squares made by people living in Fife reflecting places that they know and love.
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Rockore
Rockore music festival, organised by Benarty Events Group, returns on Saturday 23rd August at Lochore Meadows Country Park.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Nature Track Packs
Explore the countryside at the National Museum of Rural Life this summer with our Nature Track Packs.
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Hamilton Rugby Club Family Festival
Bring the whole family along to Hamilton Rugby Club on Saturday 23rd August for a fun-filled day packed with excitement and entertainment!
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Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire
Come hear the memories of local musicians, see costumes, photos and records through the decades or even just come for a boogie at the Everything Flows: Music in North Lanarkshire exhibition!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Weavers Paisley Music Festival
Join Weavers Paisley for their all day music festival on Saturday 23rd August featuring Wully Smith, Andrew Johnson, Little Red, MRDB and Drums N Roses!
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Wild Superpowers - Self-led Challenge For Kids
The wildlife at RSPB Lochwinnoch has developed lots of different types of superpowers to help them survive, find out more on this self-led challenge for kids!
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Finlaystone Car Show
Following the monumental success of last year’s event, Finlaystone Country Estate are thrilled to promise an even bigger and better Car Show this year!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Preschool Activities With Active Stirling
Come along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Japanese Garden at Cowden
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Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree
Thorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Aberfoyle and the hills beyond to Doune.
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Handmade in Ayr Market
Handmade in Ayr is a creative monthly market showcasing the best of Ayrshire arts and crafts at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, featuring quality Ayrshire & Scottish makers!
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Largs Market
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!
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