Days Out events in Glasgow
View all the upcoming Days Out events taking place throughout Glasgow below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Glasgow
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Loch Lomond Faerie Trail is open for the Summer with a new trail mystery, new trail decorations and a wonderful new trail activity booklet!
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City Sightseeing Glasgow
With 21 stops where you can hop on and off to visit some of the city's leading attractions, City Sightseeing Glasgow is the perfect way to explore Glasgow!
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The Dockyard Social
The Dockyard Social brings together the best street food traders Scotland has to offer all under one roof... everyone is welcome from families and foodies, to dates and dogs!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Invisible Cities Walking Tours - Glasgow
Invisible Cities offer friendly walking tours of Glasgow that showcase some of the city's historical landmarks and explore the social projects that make the city what it is!
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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 2.5-3 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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The Big Escape Glasgow
The Big Escape is a brand new interactive outdoor experience, played on your smartphone, which will turn Glasgow City Centre into a giant escape game!
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Culzean Challenge - CANCELLED
Push your limits to the test by taking part in the annual Culzean Challenge on Sunday 27th September featuring a host of giant inflatables and games!
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Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run - Toddler, Junior & Family Events - CANCELLED
Get the whole family active by joining the Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run's family friendly activities in George Square on Saturday 3rd October!
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Remakesploitation Fest - CANCELLED
Matchbox Cineclub and Remakesploitation Film Club team up again with an all-day festival entirely devoted to the weird and wonderful world of Turkish film remakes!
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Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run - CANCELLED
Take part in the 2020 Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run through the streets of Glasgow and raise vital funds for your chosen charity!
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The Scottish Baby & Toddler Show - CANCELLED
The UK's biggest baby and toddler show is returning to the SEC Glasgow between the 9th and 11th October 2020!
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GVVT Annual Open Weekend - CANCELLED
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust's Annual Open Weekend returns for 2020 on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October!
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The Creative Craft Show / Crafts for Christmas - CANCELLED
Two events for the price of one! The Creative Craft Show and Crafts for Christmas at the SEC Glasgow in October is the ultimate day out for hobbyists and crafters!
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Gig in the Goil
Gig in the Goil returns to Argyll Holidays' Drimsynie Estate with three full days of live music, food & drink and a host of family fun!
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Glasgow Gin Festival
Scottish Gin Festivals are coming to Glasgow! Join them at the Trades Hall on Saturday 31st October for a day of local music, tapas and of course... gin!
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Ecto-Con 2020
Ecto-Con, a one day fan event to celebrate EVERYTHING Ghostbusters, is coming to The Trades Hall, Glasgow on Saturday 7th November!
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Red Bull Neptune Steps
Watch brave competitors swim through the Maryhill Locks when Red Bull's Neptune Steps returns to Glasgow for two days on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November!
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Stag & Dagger Glasgow
Stag & Dagger Glasgow, Scotland's original multi-venue event and biggest new music showcase returns on Sunday 29th November!
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The Gin To My Tonic Show
The Gin To My Tonic Show, the ultimate gin festival with unlimited tastings, is returning to the SEC Glasgow between the 12th and 14th March 2021!
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BGCP Comic Con: Largs
Returning for a fourth year, BGCP Comic Con presents Largs Comic Con 2021 on Saturday 13th March!
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Sausage and Cider Fest
The Sausage and Cider Fest will arrive in Glasgow for the very first time at the amazing Briggait on Saturday 20th March!
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The Dog Lover Show
The Dog Lover Show - Visit Scotland's largest dog show when it returns to the SEC Glasgow in March for another fun-packed day out for all the family!
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Springfest: The Scottish Food & Drink Festival
Springfest, The Scottish Food & Drink Festival, returns for 2021, celebrating delicious local produce on the beautiful bonny banks of Loch Lomond!
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BGCP Comic Con: Shawlands
BGCP Comic Con is coming to Shawlands in May 2021, with an array of awesome themed activities, traders and fun for all ages!
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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 the 8th and 9th May!
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Loch Lomond Comic Con
BGCP Comic Con returns to Loch Lomond Shores on May 8th & 9th with a family-friendly event suitable for heroes of all ages!
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Eat & Drink Festival
The Eat & Drink Festival returns to the SEC Glasgow between 28th and 31st May 2021 featuring the country's top artisan producers, leading street food vendors & world-class chefs!
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Ideal Home Show Scotland
Ideal Home Show Scotland makes a welcome return to the SEC Glasgow with a wonderland of inspiration for your home from the 28th - 31st May 2021!
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Riverside Festival
Riverside Festival, Scotland's premier electronic music festival, will return to the grounds of the Riverside Museum in May 2021 with a three day bank holiday extravaganza!
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The Rum Festival Glasgow
It's back! The UK's first travelling Rum Festival is back in Glasgow for a fourth year! Catch it at The Briggait on the 4th & 5th June!
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Barraloadasoul
Northern Soul, Mod and 60s R&B alldayer, Barraloadasoul, returns to The Barrowlands for another outing on Saturday 5th June!
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Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games
The Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games is a family-friendly event celebrating all things Scottish, featuring modern & traditional sports including Highland dancing, athletics and caber tossing!
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UEFA Euro 2020 Glasgow
Glasgow is one of 12 cities that will host UEFA EURO 2020 fixtures in Summer 2021 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the championship!
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Glasgow Mod Weekender
Friday Street Presents the 18th annual Glasgow Mod Weekender will take place between the 25th & 27th June across Blackfriars Bar, BAaD and the Barony Bar!
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Kelburn Garden Party
The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!
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TRNSMT Festival
TRNSMT Festival will return to Glasgow Green in 2021 from 9th – 11th July, featuring headline acts Courteeners, Liam Gallagher and Lewis Capaldi!
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Brodick Highland Games
The 2021 Brodick Highland Games will be held at Ormidale Park on Saturday 7th August, they're a great day out for all the family!
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The Gin & Rum Festival
The UK's largest Gin & Rum Festival tour is coming to Glasgow! If you're thirsty for knowledge or just want to party the night away, the Gin and Rum Festival is for you!
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Go Swim Loch Lomond
Go Swim Loch Lomond on Saturday 28th August is an open water swimming experience you'll never forget!
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Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire
The 2021 Largs Viking Festival & Festival of Fire, marking the 1263 Battle of Largs, will be held between the 28th August and 5th September!
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Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival
The Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival is an amazing weekend out for all the family featuring music, cookery, real ale, fresh produce and lots of fun!
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Epilepsy Scotland Ladies Lunch
Bring your sparkle to the Hilton Grosvenor Glasgow in September and join Epilepsy Scotland for their fabulous annual Ladies Lunch!
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Clydebuilt Festival
Back for a fourth year, the Clydebuilt Festival will return to the Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship at Riverside on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th of September 2021!
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Run the Blades
Run the Blades returns to Whitelee Windfarm for 2020 in October & November with three events... a 10K, Half Marathon and the 50K Ultra!
Eaglesham Fair
It's always a fun filled family day out at the bi-annual Eaglesham Fair being held on Saturday 5th June 2021!
Rouken Glen Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
Some of Scotland's best food trucks, street food operators and independent craft brewers will come together for a family friendly food & drink celebration in Rouken Glen Park in July 2021!
Playground Festival
Playground Festival will be returning to the luscious gardens & woods of Rouken Glen Park on Friday 30th July – Sunday 1st August 2021!
Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Allan Kaprow Season
Scottish and international artists will reinvent artworks from American artist Allan Kaprow’s career across Jupiter Artland this summer.
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
Invisible Cities Walking Tours - Edinburgh
Invisible Cities offer family friendly guided walking tours of Edinburgh that showcase some of the city's historical landmarks and explore the social projects that make the city what it is!
Skye Boat Song
Discover the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie's unusual escape over the sea to Skye in this drop-in family activity and make your very own paper boat fit for a prince!
The Big Escape Edinburgh
The Big Escape is a brand new interactive outdoor experience, played on your smartphone, which will turn Edinburgh City Centre into a giant escape game!
The Rum Festival Edinburgh
It's back! The UK's first travelling Rum Festival is back in Edinburgh for a fourth year! Catch it on the 25th & 26th of September!
Doors Open Days: Trinity House - CANCELLED
As part of Edinburgh Doors Open Day Trinity House will be opening its doors and welcoming you to this wonderful gem of Leith.
Make memories aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia
The Royal Yacht Britannia has attained VisitScotland's 'We're Good To Go' certificate, so step aboard and follow in the footsteps of Royalty this October!
The Big Escape Live: Edinburgh
The Big Escape Live is a brand new interactive outdoor escape experience and it's coming to Edinburgh on October 3rd!
Edinburgh Craft Beer Festival
The Edinburgh Craft Beer Festival returns on 9th and 10th October with a world class line-up of breweries, headline music acts and Scotland’s finest street food.
Secrets of Witches Wood
Follow the winding footpaths and venture into the lost lands of the Calder Witches at Almond Valley Heritage Centre this October!
Linlithgow Gin Festival
Scottish Gin Festivals are coming to Linlithgow! Join them at Linlithgow Burgh Halls on Saturday 24th October for a day of local music, tapas and of course... gin!
Edinburgh Wedding Fair and Fashion Show
The biggest wedding fair on the east coast of Scotland will once again return to the Edinburgh Corn Exchange on 7th and 8th November!
Edinburgh Vegan Festival
Don't miss the Edinburgh Vegan Festival, taking place on Sunday 22nd November at Out of the Blue Drill Hall!
Edinburgh Christmas Gin Festival
The Edinburgh Christmas Gin Festival is coming to Central Hall on Saturday 12th December! Come along and meet the distillers, chat, sample and even buy a bottle to take home!
Edinburgh Wedding Exhibition
Dive headfirst into wedding planning at Edinburgh’s Largest Wedding Exhibition at BT Murrayfield Stadium. It's wedding heaven!
Magic of the Séance at Lauriston Castle
Sell out illusionist Ash Pryce takes you around the centuries old Lauriston Castle, demonstrating supernatural spookiness and séance magic.
The Lauriston Horror Tour
Come along and see the sights of the castle as never seen before – hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city with your professional tour guide.
The 10th Annual Scottish Tattoo Convention
The 10th Annual Scottish Tattoo Convention returns to The Edinburgh Corn Exchange in March, bigger and better than ever!
Edinburgh Comic Con
Edinburgh Comic Con returns to the EICC in September and once more, it will be a weekend of madness from the world of film and TV, comic books, gaming, cosplay and much more.
Terminal V
Terminal V returns to The Royal Highland Centre for the biggest event to date with a full weekend festival running over Saturday and Sunday 3rd & 4th April!
The Ultimate 90’s Rave
Scotland’s biggest ever 90’s dance festival, The Ultimate 90’s Rave, is coming to The Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston on 17th April!
Stag & Dagger Edinburgh 2021
Stag & Dagger, Scotland's original multi-venue event and biggest new music showcase comes to Edinburgh on Saturday 1st May!
The Great Eastern
The Great Eastern is a brand new all-day music festival taking place in Edinburgh on Saturday 22 May 2021.
Royal Highland Show 2021
One of Scotland's most iconic events 'The Royal Highland Show' returns to the Royal Highland Centre from 17th June!
Let’s Rock Scotland
Let's Rock Scotland, the Ultimate 80's Festival, returns to Dalkeith Country Park on Saturday 19th June 2021 with a fantastic lineup of artists bringing you the very best of the 80’s!
BGCP Comic Con: Bathgate
BGCP Comic Con is coming to Bathgate for the first time, with an array of awesome themed activities, traders and fun for all ages!
Family Craft: Croquet Tea Party!
Inspired by 'Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland' enjoy a game of 'Queen of Hearts' croquet on the lawns of Lauriston then decorate some spectacular cakes and biscuits for a special tea party!
Scottish Festival of Motoring
Brand new 'Scottish Festival of Motoring' is coming to the Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh on Sunday 18th July 2021, it's a must go event for all the family!
Edinburgh Food Festival
Celebrate all things great in food & drink when the Edinburgh Food Festival returns to George Square Gardens IN 2021!
Funbox Presents Jungle Party
It's time to stop 'lion' around, pack up your 'trunks', be a 'snappy dresser' and get up to some 'monkey business' because FUNBOX are having a JUNGLE PARTY at Howden Park Centre and you're invited!
Foodies Festival
Foodies Festival, the UK’s biggest food festival, returns to Edinburgh’s Inverleith Park 6th, 7th and 8th August 2021!
Forth on The Fringe
Forth on the Fringe is our annual one stop shop for all the essential acts you need to see at this year’s Edinburgh Festival. Catch it at Edinburgh Playhouse on 6th and 7th August 2021!
Party at the Palace
The award winning Party at The Palace will return in 2021, taking place on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th August.
MagicFest at the Fringe - The Secret Room
What mysteries does Lauriston Castle conceal? Come along and explore untold mysteries in the Secret Room!
Riverdance: The New 25th Anniversary Show
Riverdance: The New 25th Anniversary Show comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2021, immersing you in the extraordinary and elemental power of its music and dance!
The Terror Trail
The Edinburgh Horror Festival have created an all new interactive morning adventure for families at Lauriston Castle.
Events in Fife
Cupar Gin Festival
Scottish Gin Festivals are coming to Cupar! Join them at Cupar Corn Exchange on Saturday 26th September for an afternoon of local music, tapas and of course... gin!
Christmas Fayre
Come and enjoy the festive season with us at Hill of Tarvit at our beautiful Christmas Fayre on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November!
Prog in the Park 2.0
PROG IN THE PARK 2.0 is taking place at the Glen Pavilion, Pittencrief Park Dunfermline in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support Scotland. Don't miss 12 hours of quality prog rock Live!
Glenrothes Gin Festival
Scottish Gin Festivals are coming to Glenrothes! Join them at Rothes Halls on Saturday 29th May for an afternoon of local music, tapas and of course... gin!
Aberdour Festival
The Aberdour Festival is possibly the best festival of the Summer, each year playing host to an exciting and packed programme of events!
LIVE Family Wrestling - Glenrothes
Enjoy an action-packed, top-rated, must-see show suitable for all ages when LIVE Family Wrestling comes to Rothes Halls!
Outwith Festival 2021: Live Music
The Outwith All-Dayer: Live music will take place from 3pm until midnight on Saturday 11th September 2021 in the heart of Dunfermline’s historic town centre.
Events in Lanarkshire
Take the Long Way Home along the Clyde Walkway
Join Strathclyde Park Countryside Ranger Service on a walk along the River Clyde from Garrion Bridge to Strathclyde Country Park!
Clyde Valley Family Park Pumpkin Festival
From the 10th until the 31st of October ALL children visiting Clyde Valley Family Park will get to choose their own FREE pumpkin as part of their ticket and the park's Pumpkin Festival!
Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s
The annual Pumpkin Festival at M&D’s is a fantastic experience for the whole family featuring Pumpkin picking, Halloween themed games, spooky storytelling and more!
GinFall Festival Hamilton
Now established as THE BIGGEST One Day Gin Festival in Scotland, GinFall Hamilton returns to the Hamilton Town House on Saturday 21st November!
Stereofunk Festival
Celebrating 15 years, Stereofunk Festival will now take place on Bank Holiday Sunday 2nd May at Strathclyde Country Park!
It’s A Knockout
St. Andrew's Hospice are holding their annual 'It’s A Knockout' charity event in Strathclyde Park between the 7th and 9th May!
Wildfire Festival
Scotland's award winning rock festival, WildFire Festival, makes a welcome return between the 25th and 27th June 2021 to Scotland's highest village, Wanlockhead!
Rock & Roll Rampage
Rock n Roll Rampage, Scotland's premier Rock n Roll festival, returns for its fifth year running to Gartcosh Social Club on July 3rd!
MusicFest Mainstage
Musicfest Mainstage is family-friendly, one-day music festival being held within the grounds of the Uddingston Cricket Club on Saturday 4th September 2021 as part of the Bothwell Scarecrow Festival!
Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
intu Braehead Funfair
The intu Braehead Funfair returns to the riverside Boardwalk this October half term promising fun for all the family!
Paisley Comic Con
Paisley Comic Con is an all ages event, full of fun activities and comic book dealers and attractions! Don't miss it when it returns on Saturday 17th October to the Lagoon Leisure Centre!
Greenock Gin Festival
Scottish Gin Festivals are coming to Greenock! Join them at Greenock Town Hall on Saturday 14th November for an evening of local music, tapas and of course... gin!
Erskine Christmas Cracker Shopping Fayre
With over 70 pop-up shops from hand crafted gifts, homeware, fine food and more, the Erskine Christmas Cracker offers a unique shopping experience for the Christmas season!
Spring Into Country Festival
Spring Into Country is an annual one day Festival of Country Music & Linedance returning to David Lloyd Renfrew on Sunday 2nd May 2021!
Events in Stirling and Falkirk
Scotland’s National Hero - POSTPONED
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
The Callander Jazz and Blues Festival - CANCELLED
Whatever your taste in music, come along and enjoy the atmosphere of the 15th annual Callander Jazz and Blues Festival from Friday 2nd until Sunday 4th October!
Halloween Fun
Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park is going PUMPKIN-tastic this Halloween. It might be smaller in scale, but will still be big on family fun!
Stirling Gin Festival 2020
Central Scotland’s first, biggest and best Gin Festival is returning for it's 7th year and held again at The Golden Lion Hotel on 7th November!
Bo Ness Christmas Gin Festival
Join Scottish Gin Festivals at Bo'ness Town Hall on Saturday 28th November for a special afternoon of local music, tapas and of course... gin!
Ladies Charity Afternoon: Prosecco and High Tea
Come along and support this fun ladies prosecco charity afternoon in aid of cancer research and stroke uk on May 8th at Dunmar House Hotel, Alloa!
Stirling Scottish Marathon 2021
It doesn't matter if you are elite runner, fun runner, first timer or a spectator! The two day Stirling Scottish Marathon 2021 will include something for everyone!
Killin Music Festival
Killin Music Festival is an electric three day festival of music, features bands and artists on the main stage as well as fringe events throughout the area.
BGCP Comic Con: Stirling
Stirling BGCP Comic Con returns to the The Albert Halls on Saturday 17th July 2021, bringing you all the best and current offerings from the geek world!
Stirling Highland Games
The annual Stirling Highland Games returns for its 150-year celebration on Saturday 21st August 2021, promising a great day out for all the family!
Vibration Festival 2021
Join us for Vibration Festival, Scotland's newest boutique awarding winning family friendly music festival, in the stunning grounds of Callendar Park, Falkirk on Saturday 4th September!
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