Events in Glasgow on 16 December 2025
Scroll down to view the events taking place in Glasgow on the 16 December 2025, or use the filters to narrow down the results.
Events in Glasgow
A Christmas Carol
Join Platform Glasgow this Christmas for a brand new version of a festive classic... A Christmas Carol!
READ MORE
A Cottiers Christmas Carol
A Cottiers Christmas Carol is an all singing, all dancing family pantomime with a Scottish twist on Charles Dickens' classic tale!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Adult Music Workshops
Always wanted to play an instrument? Now's your chance! Join Amplify Music Academy for their relaxed, one-hour daytime group lessons for adults!
READ MORE
Art Factory
Art Factory is a weekly group for adults who enjoy drawing, painting and getting creative. Sessions take place in The Den, a relaxed and informal space at The Bridge.
READ MORE
Beauty and the Beast
Full of festive magic, Beauty and the Beast at the Citizens Theatre is a joyful and very funny take on the classic fairytale is the perfect Christmas show for families!
READ MORE
Blackfriars Comedy Quiz Night
Hosted by the insane and wacky comedy trio Paddy Linton, Jack Traynor and Peter Bell, Blackfriars weekly comedy quiz night is not your usual pub quiz!
READ MORE
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the twice weekly City Markets Bridgeton Cross Retail Market!
READ MORE
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!
READ 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!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Daytripping
Daytripping at Platform is a collection of evocative photographs documenting the joy of day trips, celebrating people and place, taken by photographer Alan Dimmick.
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Fashion: International Photography Exhibition
This December, The Glasgow Gallery of Photography will be displaying an international photography exhibition with the theme Fashion running for 3 weeks.
READ MORE
Festive Party Nights at Glasgow Marriott
Looking for the perfect way to make this festive season unforgettable? Party the night away at one of Glasgow Marriott's Festive Party Nights!
READ MORE
Festive Party Nights at the Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
From festive Boogie Bingo madness and tribute nights to decade-spanning dancefloors, dazzling décor, live acts, and DJs, there's something for every kind of partygoer at the Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel!
READ MORE
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.
READ MORE
Gallus In Weegieland
The Tron Panto returns for 2025 with Gallus In Weegieland, a wild adventure down a mysterious pothole to a land full of strange-talking creatures and a maniacal power-hungry Queen!
READ MORE
Gin Tasting Masterclass
In this expertly guided gin masterclass, you'll learn about the heritage and flavour profiles of each spirit, while enjoying every pour with the perfect garnish and premium mixer!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Glasgow Kiss: Ashley Rawson Solo Exhibition
For the first time Ashley Rawson's original paintings are being put on display, don't miss the Glasgow Kiss Exhibition at Cass Art in December!
READ MORE
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.
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Glasgow Toastmasters Meetings
If you want to enhance your public speaking skills or learn from seasoned speakers, join Glasgow Toastmasters at their next meeting!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
READ MORE
Homespun Yarns: Folk Songs and Stories for Kids
Join Homespun Yarns at Merry-go-Round for an afternoon of all kinds of singin' and dancin' and shakin' things and hootin' and hollerin' and spinnin' yarns!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Jock and the Beanstalk
Come and join your favourite Pavilion pals for a GIANT of a panto with the fabulous festive adventure Jock and the Beanstalk!
READ MORE
John Barrowman: Camp As Christmas
This Christmas, join John Barrowman at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall for Camp As Christmas... a brand-new show bursting with festive favourites showstopping tunes and plenty of glitz!
READ MORE
Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
READ MORE
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.
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Nu Gen: Art Group
Platform Glasgow's weekly arts group challenges 11 - 16 year olds to make artwork that represents their interests, exploring identity and what it’s like to be a teenager today!
READ MORE
Painting Club
Painting Club is a weekly group for adults who enjoy drawing, painting and getting creative. Sessions take place in The Den, a relaxed and informal space here at The Bridge.
READ MORE
Platform Music Classes & Workshops
Fancy learning to play an instrument? Platform Glasgow run weekly Fiddle, Guitar and Drum classes for juniors and adults!
READ MORE
Purple: International Photography Exhibition
This December, The Glasgow Gallery of Photography will be displaying an international photography exhibition with the theme Purple running for 3 weeks.
READ MORE
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!
READ MORESanta Paws at Dobbies Milngavie
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Milngavie!
READ MORESanta’s Grotto at Dobbies Milngavie
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Milngavie, and this year it's even more magical!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Scottish Ballet presents Wee Nutcracker
Enchanting characters are performed by Scottish Ballet's dancers in the Wee Nutcracker, a specially adapted version of the beloved festive ballet at Tramway!
READ MORE
Scottish Rogue Whisky Pub Crawl
Join a Scottish Rogue whisky pub crawl through the city of Glasgow and delve into the history of the city, exploring its deep connections with the Scotch whisky industry!
READ MORE
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!
READ MORE
Spanish Conversation Classes
The Language Cafe & Hub's language centre offers Spanish conversation classes for all levels and abilities.
READ MORE
The Little Mermaid
Join Glasgow pantomime superstar Elaine C Smith, and the King's favourite funny-man Johnny Mac as they dive to the depths of the ocean when they return in 2025 with The Little Mermaid!
READ MORE
Ukulele Classes For Wee Fingers
Looking for the perfect way to introduce your child to music? Amplify's fun and engaging ukulele classes are designed just for 5 to 8-year-olds—the perfect stepping stone into music education!
READ MORE
Uncle Baji’s Pub Quiz
Bring your pals and have a go at one of the hardest pub quizzes the fine city of Glasgow has to offer... Uncle Baji's Pub Quiz at Taphouse Bar & Kitchen!
READ MORESponsored Links
Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
East Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! East Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions!
READ MORE
Monteiths Bar Quiz Night
Join Monteiths Bar for their weekly Tuesday quiz night hosted by the fun and charismatic Chris Wainwright!
READ MORE
Mearns Kirk Helping Hands: Blether and a Brew
Join Mearns Kirk Helping Hands every other Tuesday for 'Blether and a Brew' featuring plenty of tea, coffee, sweet treats and good company!
READ MOREEvents in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!
Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!
READ MORE
Rugby for Beginners
Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!
READ MORE
Five Sisters Zoo Christmas Illuminations
By popular demand, Five Sisters Zoo's Christmas Illuminations are back this winter with a mesmerizing display of colour and light!
READ MOREEvents in Fife
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Dawson’s Garden
Dawson’s Garden is a small cottage garden, full of surprises and designed to please the senses all year round with colour, form and scent.
READ MORE
Aladdin
Join Aladdin and his wonderfully daft family, the McSwankeys, as they set off on a bonkers Highland adventure in this Scottish take on the classic tale at The Byre Theatre St Andrews!
READ MORE
Snow White
This year, The Alhambra Theatre is thrilled to announce, for the first time ever, the fairest panto of them all, Snow White!
READ MOREEvents in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Snow White and the Seven Muppets
From the producers that brought you last years smash hit 'A Crackin' Christmas Carol' Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd proudly present Snow White and the Seven Muppets!
READ MORE
Disco Buddies ASN Disco
Disco Buddies host their ASN Disco every Tuesday at Westwood Parish Church in East Kilbride, it's a fun and safe environment to socialise with peers while enjoying a dance, bingo and raffles!
READ MORE
An Audience with Charlie Lawson
Exciting news for Coronation Street fans! Charlie Lawson the star actor that played Jim McDonald is bringing his brand new show to Cumbernauld New Town Hall on Tuesday 16th December!
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
READ MORE
Santa Paws at Dobbies Braehead
Give your canine companion their own festive experience with a trip to visit Santa Paws at Dobbies Braehead!
READ MORE
Oakshaw Trinity Church Friendly Hour
Oakshaw Trinity Church's Friendly Hour, for anyone over 60, meets every Tuesday afternoon in the church hall at 2pm.
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Santa’s Grotto at Dobbies Stirling
Santa's Grotto is always one of our most popular experiences at Dobbies Stirling, and this year it's even more magical!
READ MORE
Weans in the Wood
Grab your magic wands, dancing shoes and full-on-sing-along voices for this year’s panto extravaganza… Weans in the Wood at Macrobert Arts Centre!
READ MORE
Aerial Yoga
Feeling inspired to try something new or expand your existing practice? Then join Andriani's Ahimsa Yoga at 3 Wellgreen Lane, Stirling for these Aerial Yoga classes on Mondays & Tuesdays!
READ MOREEvents in Other Areas
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links