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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

The Dockyard Social

Selected dates between 6th January 2023 - 31st December 2023

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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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour

14th January 2023 - 17th December 2023

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 Winterfest

10th November 2023 - 7th January 2024
Glasgow City Centre

Glasgow Winterfest, the city's most anticipated winter celebration, is back with a brand new concept for 2023, set to transform George Square and St Enoch Square into enchanting wonderlands!

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Dockyard Social Christmas Markets

Selected dates between 26th November 2023 - 17th December 2023

Glasgow, Dockyard Social are here to fill a Christmas-market-shaped hole in your heart with an array of independent traders selling the perfect gifts for your loved ones!

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Treasure Island

30th November 2023 - 14th January 2024

Treasure Island, this year's action packed, hilarious family panto at The Pavilion Theatre, is the swashbuckling pirate themed adventure not to be missed!

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1994 Christmas Family Fun Day Rave

2nd December 2023

Get your Santa hats and festive jumpers ready for the return of the 1994 Christmas Family Fun Rave at The Classic Grand on Saturday 2nd December!

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Helensburgh Festive Shopping Weekend

2nd December 2023 - 3rd December 2023
Helensburgh

Helensburgh will be hosting a fabulous Festive Shopping Weekend, on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd December, to help you find that special gift this Christmas!

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Lambhill Stables Christmas Fayre

2nd December 2023

Enjoy a fun-packed day out with the family at Lambhill Stables Christmas Fayre which is taking place on Saturday 2nd December!

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Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival

2nd December 2023 - 3rd December 2023

Loch Lomond Shores is set to host their fantastic Christmas Festival on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd December featuring street food, children's entertainers and rides, live entertainment and more!

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Riverside Museum Christmas Market

2nd December 2023 - 3rd December 2023

Welcome in the festive season at the annual Riverside Museum Christmas Market being held on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd December!

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Santa at SEA LIFE Loch Lomond

Selected dates between 2nd December 2023 - 24th December 2023

Meet Santa, enjoy the Christmas Quiz trail and much more at Santa at SEA LIFE Loch Lomond this December!

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

2nd December 2023 - 7th January 2024

Mirror, Mirror, on the wall, don’t miss the fairest pantomime of them all when Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs comes to the King's Theatre Glasgow!

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Cocktails & Candy Canes Ladies Lunch

3rd December 2023

Whether it be with family, friends or colleagues enjoy a spectacular Christmas afternoon of food, fizz and fun at St Vincent's Hospice Cocktails & Candy Canes Ladies Lunch!

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Zara Smith’s BIG Christmas Party

3rd December 2023

Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit and create lasting memories with friends and family at the unforgettable Christmas celebration, Zara Smith's BIG Christmas Bash!

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Go Radio Christmas Party with Gina McKie & Stevie Lennon

Selected dates between 8th December 2023 - 15th December 2023

Go for it this festive season with a very special series of daytime events to make YOUR Christmas day out the coolest ever, courtesy of Radisson RED and Go Radio!

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Helensburgh Winter Festival

9th December 2023 - 10th December 2023
Helensburgh

Helensburgh Winter Festival, one of the most popular events on the local calendar, returns for 2023 on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th December!

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itison Drive-In Movies

15th December 2023 - 24th December 2023

Scotland's original Drive-in returns to Loch Lomond Shores this Christmas, with your favourite festive classics, a host of festive foodie treats and itison's famous Car-aoke!

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Boogie Brunch Christmas Party feat Stevie Lennon

16th December 2023

Join Stevie Lennon, The Ace Tribe & Gav on Sax for one last soirée this year as they close out the year with the Boogie Brunch Christmas party on Saturday 16th December!

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IRN-BRU Carnival

22nd December 2023 - 14th January 2024

Come along to the Scottish Event Campus for plenty of festive family fun with annual Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!

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Celtic Connections

18th January 2024 - 4th February 2024
Various Locations Glasgow

The January blues are set to be well and truly banished as Glasgow comes alive when Celtic Connections returns for 2024 between January 18th and February 4th!

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Scottish National Whisky Festival

27th January 2024

Take a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music with the Scottish National Whisky Festival at SWG3 Glasgow - the definitive whisky and cultural experience!

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The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show

1st February 2024 - 4th February 2024

The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show returns to the Scottish Event Campus for 2024 between the 1st and 4th of February!

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Circus Vegas: Silverburn

2nd February 2024 - 18th February 2024

Circus Vegas, a new death-defying circus, is touring the UK and will stop off at Silverburn between February 2nd and 18th with the ultimate show to remember!

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Glasgow Film Festival

28th February 2024 - 10th March 2024

Glasgow Film Festival will celebrate its 20th Anniversary in 2024 and will take place from 28th February - 10th March!

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World Athletics Indoor Championships

1st March 2024 - 3rd March 2024

See the world's best athletes as they battle it out for the top medals, as Glasgow shows once again that it is a top choice for global sporting events!

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Glasgow International Comedy Festival

13th March 2024 - 31st March 2024
Various Locations Glasgow

The Glasgow International Comedy Festival returns in March 2024 featuring spectacular stand-up stars and home-grown favourites on stages across the city!

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Scottish House & Disco Festival

31st March 2024

The Scottish House and Disco Festival returns to SWG3 on Sunday 31st March with another EPIC lineup of some of the biggest names in House & Disco!

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Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival

28th April 2024

Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival is being held in the stunning surroundings of Oran Mor on Sunday 28th April!

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TRNSMT Festival

12th July 2024 - 14th July 2024

TRNSMT will return to Glasgow Green for its 7th year between the 12th and 14th July 2024, bringing its massive energy to the city once again!

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Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out

13th July 2024 - 14th July 2024

Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out! Don't miss it at the King's Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July!

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Worldcon: Glasgow 2024

8th August 2024 - 12th August 2024

The Scottish Event Campus will host over 5,000 fans of science fiction books, films, TV shows, games and other media at Worldcon: Glasgow 2024 in August!

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Horror Con Scotland

21st September 2024

Horror Con Scotland is coming to Glasgow! Bringing you the best of the Scottish Horror Industry including actors, directors, traders, authors, prop makers, cosplay and so much more!

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Days Out Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Festive Ladies Day

Festive Ladies Day

10th December 2023

Enjoy ultimate festive fun with the girls at Dalmeny Park House Hotel's fabulous Ladies Day on Sunday 10th December!

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Festive Drag Brunch

Festive Drag Brunch

16th December 2023

Join Dalmeny Park House Hotel for an unforgettable drag brunch with RuPaul’s Drag Race star Crystal on Saturday 16th December!

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Foodies Festival Glasgow

Foodies Festival Glasgow

9th August 2024 - 11th August 2024

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will return to Rouken Glen Park in August featuring Symphonic Ibiza, Blue and Scouting for Girls!

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Days Out Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

The Christmas Jumper Raceday

The Christmas Jumper Raceday

18th December 2023

Dig out your favourite Christmas Jumper and get in the festive spirit! Take in the excitement of the races and start the week off as you mean to go.

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A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle

A Family Edwardian Christmas at Lauriston Castle

10th December 2023

Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!

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Conifox Christmas Experience

Conifox Christmas Experience

1st December 2023 - 24th December 2023

Come with us on a magical Christmas journey into the world of Santa Claus and all of his festive friends this year at Conifox Adventure Park!

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Days Out Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Gathering Surface – Dan Drage

Gathering Surface – Dan Drage

25th August 2023 - 2nd February 2024

We’re delighted to host Gathering Surface, a series of art pieces shaped and installed by local artist Dan Drage.

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Children’s Christmas Party

Children’s Christmas Party

22nd December 2023

Enjoy a festive buffet and Christmas Disco with The Grinch & Santa at The Inn at Charlestown on 22nd December!

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Together Levenmouth Escape Room

Together Levenmouth Escape Room

5th September 2022 - 31st December 2023

Your gang have a job to do. It’s extremely high security, but you have insider knowledge... Come and try the Escape Room at Levenmouth Together Hub!

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Days Out Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Sleeping Senga

Sleeping Senga

9th December 2023 - 10th December 2023

Insideout Theatre Productions return to Lanark Memorial Hall with their all-singing, all-dancing banterous family Pantomime... Sleeping Senga!

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It’s A Knockout

It’s A Knockout

11th May 2024

St. Andrew's Hospice are holding their annual 'It's A Knockout' charity event in Strathclyde Park on Saturday 11th May!

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Believe In Santa

Believe In Santa

25th November 2023 - 24th December 2023

A magical Christmas experience for all the family, this year M&D's Theme Park's 'BELIEVE in Santa' is BIGGER, BETTER, with MORE SPARKLE than ever before!

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Days Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Johnstone Christmas Lights Switch On

Johnstone Christmas Lights Switch On

2nd December 2023

Johnstone's Houstoun Square will be transformed in to a winter wonderland on Saturday 2nd December with a variety of activities on offer to put everyone in the festive spirit!

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The MOD All Dayer

The MOD All Dayer

3rd February 2024

The Bungalow are hosting a MOD All Dayer on Saturday 3rd February featuring live music from The Players, Bits & Pieces, The M65's, The Substitutes and SHOUT!

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Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends

Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends

Selected dates between 2nd December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Christmas is coming to Paisley town centre this year with a whole host of festive activities for all the family to enjoy every weekend courtesy of Paisley First!

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Days Out Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Dunblane Road Race

Dunblane Road Race

26th May 2024

Planning your race calendar for 2024? The Dunblane Road Race takes place on Sunday 26th May 2024 so save the date!

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Christmas Market Street at Sterling Mills

Christmas Market Street at Sterling Mills

22nd December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Enjoy the perfect family day out at the Christmas Market Street at Affinity Sterling Mills on the 22nd & 23rd December!

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Festive Ceilidhs

Festive Ceilidhs

9th December 2023

What better way to spend the lead up to Christmas than celebrating the festive season with friends and family in traditional Scottish style at the Tolbooth on 9th December.

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Events in Other Areas

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale

Selected dates between 8th January 2023 - 24th December 2023

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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A Christmas Tale With Santa

A Christmas Tale With Santa

14th December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

A magical extravaganza awaits at Kelburn Castle & Estate this festive season... come along for a A Christmas Tale With Santa!

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Popular Events

Glasgow Winterfest
Glasgow Winterfest, the city's most anticipated winter celebration, is back with a brand new concept for 2023, set to transform George Square and St Enoch Square into enchanting wonderlands!
Oran Mor Christmas Panto: Snow White and the Seven Maws
Oran Mor's Christmas Panto is back for 2023 with Snow White and the Seven Maws... Will Snow White escape her heart being shredded and minced into next week's pies? There's only one way to find out!
Ashton Lane Hogmanay Street Party
The Ashton Lane Hogmanay Street Party is back for 2023 and it's going to be bigger and better than ever, tickets are going fast so pick up yours today!
Friday Night Fling: Festive Burlesque
Join the Glasgow Festival of Burlesque at the World's oldest music hall for The Friday Night Fling, on Friday 29th December for a wee cheeky festive themed event!
Nickelback
Nickelback's Get Rollin' World Tour rolls into Glasgow on Thursday 16th May with a show at the OVO Hydro, support comes from special guests Lottery Winners!

Popular Venues

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum King's Theatre Glasgow King Tut's Wah Wah Hut O2 Academy Glasgow SEC Armadillo Theatre Royal Glasgow The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall The OVO Hydro