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Days Out Events in Glasgow in May 2025

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Events in Glasgow

Glasgow 850

1st January 2025 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Glasgow

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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Maggies Rock N Rodeo Cowboy Ceilidh

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 22nd November 2025

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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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour

11th January 2025 - 21st December 2025

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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Loch Lomond Faerie Trail

4th April 2025 - 31st August 2025

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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Dance by Daylight with Bandeoke!

Selected dates between 19th April 2025 - 12th July 2025

Daytime events are the way forward. Party in the afternoon and be in your bed before midnight!

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May Bank Holidays at Glasgow Science Centre

1st May 2025 - 31st May 2025

May Bank Holidays are incoming! Make a day of it at Glasgow Science Centre. They've got lots planned - come and see what's in store...

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Weekend Activities at Provan Hall

Selected dates between 10th May 2025 - 27th July 2025

Come and explore 500 years of history at Provan Hall with their free weekend drop in activities for all the family to enjoy!

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Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival

16th May 2025 - 17th May 2025

Enjoy live music, delicious food and more in an iconic waterfront location when Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival returns for 2025 on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th May!

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Day Fever Glasgow

Selected dates between 17th May 2025 - 14th June 2025

DAY FEVER COMES TO GLASGOW! Yes, that's right! Day Fever, the Saturday daytime disco, that doesn't ruin your Sunday, is returning to BAaD!

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R&B Lovers

17th May 2025

The biggest festival for lovers of R&B is coming to SWG3 on Saturday 17th May, as part of the venue's Spring Sessions!

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Belter Bubbles - The Giant Riverside Museum Bubble Event

18th May 2025

Whether you're 5 or 95, Belter Bubbles - The Giant Riverside Museum Bubble Event will leave you bubbling with joy!

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Electric Dreams - All Dayer ft Michael Gray

18th May 2025

Radisson RED Glasgow are delighted to announce the return of their Summer All Day event with guest DJs, full venue production and all of YOU!

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Ideal Home Show Scotland

23rd May 2025 - 26th May 2025

Ideal Home Show Scotland makes a welcome return to the SEC Glasgow with a wonderland of inspiration for your home and garden between the 23rd and 26th May!

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Lomond Unplugged

24th May 2025 - 25th May 2025

A free festival is coming to Loch Lomond Shores in May, Loch Lomond Unplugged is set to shine the spotlight on Scotland's buskers!

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Gin & Juice: Old School Hip-Hop Summer BBQ

25th May 2025

Gin & Juice are back to bring you a bigger and better old school hip-hop BBQ to SWG3 on Sunday 25th May, as part of SWG3's Spring Sessions!

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Latin American Food Festival

25th May 2025

PB Events bring the Spring Edition of the Latin American Food Festival back to Reidvale Neighbourhood Centre on Sunday 25th May!

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McChuills Bank Holiday All-Dayer

25th May 2025

This Spring Bank Holiday get ready for an all-out sonic takeover as SYS brings the heat to the McChuills legendary Acid Arch!

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TRNSMT Sustainable Festival Fashion Trail

25th May 2025
Various Locations Glasgow

Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT is taking over iconic venues, including the Barras Market, much-loved vintage stores and Off The Rails at VEGA Glasgow for their Sustainable Festival Fashion Trail!

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Women’s Scottish Cup Final

25th May 2025

Hampden is set for a Cup Final Carnival for the Scottish Gas Women's Scottish Cup Final on Sunday 25th May as Glasgow City face off against Rangers!

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Clyde Chorus

29th May 2025 - 31st May 2025
Various Locations Glasgow

In celebration of Glasgow's 850th anniversary, Clyde Chorus, a spectacular three-day music event, will shine a light on the city's rich musical heritage and its status as a UNESCO City of Music!

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Ashton Lane Street Party

31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025

Expect two days packed full of family fun at the annual Ashton Lane Street Party on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June!

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Balloch Indoor & Outdoor Market

Selected dates between 31st May 2025 - 29th November 2025

Find everything from second-hand clothes to vintage treasures and unique collectibles at the monthly Balloch Indoor & Outdoor Market!

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Hong Kong Street Market

31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025

Bring your friends, family, and doggies for a weekend filled with excitement and cultural exploration when the Hong Kong Street Market returns to the Barras Market!

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Sense Scotland’s Ladies’ Lunch

31st May 2025

Go back to the 1980s with Sense Scotland's Ladies' Lunch... and help them celebrate their big birthday with not one but two spectacular events in Glasgow!

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Sponsored Links

City Of Glasgow Chorus
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust
Tea Green
City Sightseeing Glasgow
Fayre Play
Scottish Refugee Council
Glasgow Requiem

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:

Big Kid Circus: Newton Mearns

Big Kid Circus: Newton Mearns

22nd May 2025 - 1st June 2025

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at The Avenue Shopping Centre between Thursday 22nd May and Sunday 1st June!

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Giffnock’s Summer Jamboree

Giffnock’s Summer Jamboree

31st May 2025

Giffnock's Summer Jamboree, on Saturday 31st May, is set to be a summer celebration, blending the charm of a traditional Scottish gala day with the buzz of a summer fête!

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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:

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

1st April 2025 - 30th September 2025

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Moray Place and Bank Gardens

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Moray Place and Bank Gardens

18th May 2025

Visit the amazing communal gardens for the Residents of the Moray Estate. Between them they stretch over 9 acres offering an atmosphere of tranquillity within the city centre!

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™

The Very Hungry Caterpillar™

5th April 2025 - 1st June 2025

Step into the enchanting world of Eric Carle's beloved story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, brought to life across the grounds of Edinburgh Zoo!

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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:

Composted: A festival of biodegradable ideas

Composted: A festival of biodegradable ideas

31st May 2025 - 26th July 2025

Cambo Gardens in Fife is excited to announce Composted – a festival of biodegradable ideas, a unique six-week event happening from 31 May to 26 July.

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Bynofest

Bynofest

25th May 2025

Bynofest is bringing you a bank holiday with a bang, 12 artists over 12 hours, numerous headline acts and a journey through genres at The Brasshouse on Sunday 25th May!

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Scottish Ford Live

Scottish Ford Live

25th May 2025

Knockhill Racing Circuit is excited to bring you one of the UK’s most anticipated Ford events on 25th May, where Ford owners and clubs will proudly showcase their beloved vehicles!

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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:

What A Girl Wants Experience

What A Girl Wants Experience

31st May 2025

A celebration of fashion, beauty, health and entertainment is set to take place at Hamilton Park Racecourse on Saturday 31st May, with the highly anticipated launch of What A Girl Wants Experience!

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Woolly Weekend

Woolly Weekend

24th May 2025 - 25th May 2025

See a shearer at work with Scottish Blackface sheep and enjoy wool-themed family crafts and activities at the Museum of Rural Life's annual Woolly Weekend!

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Larkhall Gala Day

Larkhall Gala Day

31st May 2025

Save the date! Larkhall Gala Day is coming to town on Saturday 31st May, and it's going to be EPIC... get ready for a day filled with excitement, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

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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:

Rewind Fest - Live Music All Dayer

Rewind Fest - Live Music All Dayer

17th May 2025

Rewind Fest, the first big event of the summer for The Old Swan, is being held on Saturday 17th May!

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Kilmacolm Farm Tours

Kilmacolm Farm Tours

1st May 2025 - 30th September 2025

Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!

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ACCORD Summer Fayre

ACCORD Summer Fayre

31st May 2025

The ACCORD Hospice Summer Fayre, on Saturday 31st May, will be a fun filled day for all the family so come along and show your support!

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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:

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shrubhill

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shrubhill

18th May 2025

Explore two acres of mixed, informal planting of some unusual rhododendrons, azaleas, specimen trees and other shrubs at Shrubhill!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Arndean

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Arndean

6th May 2025 - 7th June 2025

Opening for more than 40 years, Arndean has a beautiful mature garden extending to 15 acres including the woodland walk and tree house for children.

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Dunblane Fling

Dunblane Fling

31st May 2025

The Dunblane Fling, an annual festival of music, culture and family fun, returns on Saturday 31st May 2025.

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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 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

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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The Great Kelburn Quest - Launch Event

The Great Kelburn Quest - Launch Event

23rd May 2025 - 26th May 2025

Join the team at Kelburn between the 23rd and 26th May for the launch of The Great Kelburn Quest a self-led adventure trail where you will discover the legends of Kelburn Castle!

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Sponsored Links

Glasgow Music City Tours
East Renfrewshire Culture
Renfrewshire Council
Glasgow City Council
Hostelworld
Go Radio
ATG

Sponsored Links

City Of Glasgow Chorus
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust
Tea Green
City Sightseeing Glasgow
Fayre Play
Scottish Refugee Council
Glasgow Requiem
Glasgow Music City Tours
East Renfrewshire Culture
Renfrewshire Council
Glasgow City Council
Hostelworld
Go Radio
ATG

Popular Events

Glasgow Summer Sessions: Punk All Dayer
The Punk All Dayer, with Sex Pistols (Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Glen Matlock) featuring Frank Carter, The Stranglers, The Undertones and more comes to Bellahouston Park in June!
Summer Nights at the Bandstand
The Summer Nights at the Bandstand festival returns to Kelvingrove Park for a tenth year with 13 nights of live music from elbow, Billy Ocean, Hue And Cry, Teenage Fanclub and many more!
Summer Nights on The Southside
Del Amitri, The Saw Doctors, Echo & The Bunnymen and Ocean Colour Scene will all headline The Big Top Tent in Queens Park when Summer Nights on the Southside returns in 2025!
A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season
A Play, A Pie and A Pint's fabulous Spring Season will take you all over the world, from a gothic thriller set in the Highlands to an affecting comedy at a sun-drenched Moroccan spa!
WestFest
WestFest returns for its annual Summer festival between Sunday 1st and Sunday 29th June, delivering a wide array of high quality, vibrant and inclusive events to the area!

Popular Listings

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