Events in Glasgow in October 2026
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Events in Glasgow
The Glasgow Chickens Touch Rugby
Come and join The Glasgow Chickens for a game of Touch Rugby every Sunday on Glasgow Green... it's fun, fast and fortunately not prone to many injuries!
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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.
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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.
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Barbie®: The Exhibition
Come and celebrate how Barbie has inspired generations across the world for almost seventy years when Barbie®: The Exhibition comes to Glasgow's Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!
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Two Doors Down Live
Meet all the regulars from Latimer Crescent when the smash hit BBC show Two Doors Down takes up residence in Glasgow's OVO Hydro in September & October!
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Dar Williams
American pop folk singer-songwriter Dar Williams will play a headline show at Cottiers on Thursday 1st October!
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David Essex
Singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with his 2026 tour Thanks for the Memories... a celebration of his monumental career!
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Psychic Sally
The nation's favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally's show will have you on the edge of your seat, as she continues to bring mediumship into the 21st century!
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The World of Hans Zimmer
Powerful. Beautiful. Dramatic. Breathtaking. Strong. Touching. Experience The World of Hans Zimmer - A New Dimension when it comes to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Tuesday 6th October 2026!
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Queen By Candlelight
Following a run of sell-out shows across the UK, join Concerts By Candlelight for an incredible night of Queen anthems at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Wednesday 7th October!
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Tenement Trail
Scotland's Tenement Trail is THE music lover's festival, boasting the best emerging talent plus much-loved artists and will return on Saturday 10th October!
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Dirty Dancing
Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing, Dirty Dancing returns to The King's Theatre Glasgow in October 2026 as part of a UK and Irish tour!
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Gary Faulds: Panic at the Midlife Disco
Gary Faulds, the Glaswegian comedian who's survived every type of life crisis imaginable, brings his new show Panic at the Midlife Disco to the SEC Armadillo on Saturday 17th October!
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Giants Live World Tour Finals
The Giants Live World Arena Tour returns to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Saturday 17th October for its epic 2026 finale!
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Expect nepo babies, middle class rock stars, terrifying mothers, biting social commentary and lots of big laughs when Rachel Fairburn brings her show Vexy Beasts to The Stand Glasgow!
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Cabaret Voltaire
Electronic legends Cabaret Voltaire will bring their final tour to Glasgow for a headline show at The Barrowlands on Sunday 18th October!
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After performing his smash-hit show 'Horizons' to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new tour world tour Emergence!
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Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems
Steve Hackett brings the very best Genesis from throughout his career with this awe-inspiring band, along with a selection of classic material from his many solo albums to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
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Brandi Carlile
Grammy Award-winner Brandi Carlile returns to Glasgow on Monday 19th October when she brings The Human Tour to the OVO Hydro!
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John Kearns: Tilting At Windmills
Tilting at Windmills is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns!
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It’s Not Where You Start - A Spoken Word Experience By Scott Kyle
Award-winning actor and producer Scott Kyle brings 'It's Not Where You Start', his most personal and powerful work, to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow.
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Billy & Tim - The Widescreen Edition
This explosive, hilarious, and thought-provoking play by Des Dillon returns to The Pavilion Theatre with a spectacular new twist, Billy & Tim, The Widescreen Edition (Bigger and Better Than Ever).
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The Vintage Explosion
The Vintage Explosion aren't just reviving the golden age of music - they're redefining it! Catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 24th October!
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Fat Freddy’s Drop
Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story!
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The Legends Vegas: After Hours
Get ready for the ultimate night out- Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spectacular new show that captures all the glitz, glamour, and excitement of Las Vegas!
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Jack Carroll: The Fall Guy
Join Jack Carroll at The Stand Glasgow as he expertly examines subjects that can make us feel awkward, within the safe confines of his northern charm!
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The Blindboy Podcast Live
Experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with polymath, best-selling author, screenwriter, songwriter, musician, producer and academic Blindboy Boatclub!
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Hue and Cry
80s icons Hue and Cry are bringing a special show to Glasgow in 2026, part of their upcoming Full Band Scottish tour, don't miss them live at the Royal Concert Hall on Friday 30th October!
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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:
Go West - We Close Our Eyes, And Other Stories - An Intimate Evening With Singer Peter Cox
Best known as the lead vocalist of pop duo Go West, Peter Cox will look back on his stellar career that spanned four decades when he comes to Eastwood Park Theatre on Friday 16th October!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Rachel Fairburn: Vexy Beasts
Expect nepo babies, middle class rock stars, terrifying mothers, biting social commentary and lots of big laughs when Rachel Fairburn brings her show Vexy Beasts to Monkey Barrel Comedy!
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Professor Brian Cox: Emergence World Tour
After performing his smash-hit show 'Horizons' to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new tour world tour Emergence!
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The Devout: Depeche Mode Tribute
The UK’s best loved Depeche Mode Tribute Act, The Devout return to La Belle Angele on Friday 9th October 2026!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
MOVICALS: A Movie Musical Extravaganza
Step into the spotlight and get ready for an unforgettable night of live entertainment with MOVICALS – the ultimate movie musical experience!
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Christopher Macarthur-Boyd: Howling At The Moon
One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd brings his new show to the Adam Smith Theatre in October 2026!
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Cirque De Celine
Immerse yourself in a dazzling symphony of acrobats and aerialists as they dance to the rhythm of Celine Dion's biggest hits at Rothes Halls on Saturday 10th October 2026!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Dire Streets
Dire Streets will bring to life the classic songs of one of the world's greatest guitar bands when they come to Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 23rd October 2026!
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The Seven Witches of Torryburn
The Seven Witches of Torryburn is a powerful and moving theatre production that uncovers the untold stories of the innocent women persecuted during the Scottish Witch Trials!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
The Chain
Celebrate the music of Fleetwood Mac at The Bungalow courtesy of The Chain, a unique live band playing tribute to the legendary supergroup!
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Women In Rock
Women In Rock are guaranteed to get you on your feet, so grab your tickets for the show at Beacon Arts Centre and get ready to sing, dance, and ROCK!
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Boyle School of Irish Dance New Class
Is your little one ready to jump, hop, and dance their way into the wonderful world of Irish dancing? Join Boyle School of Irish Dance for their new classes in Paisley, beginning on 20th October!
READ MOREEvents in Stirling
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
The Man Who Could Paint Anything – The Legacy of Thomas Stuart Smith
This exhibition showcases some of The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum’s remarkable art collection.
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Stuart Mitchell & Friends: On The Road
The one liners have been sharpened, the quick replies are flowing fast and this time – he's bringing his pals... don't miss Stuart Mitchell & Friends at Macrobert Arts Centre!
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Celine - My Heart Will Go On
Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to The Albert Halls, Stirling on 9th October!
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