Family And Kids Events in Glasgow on 16 October 2025
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Events in Glasgow
All Ages Retro Quiet Gaming Sessions At R-CADE
R-CADE host Quiet Gaming Sessions, suitable for all ages, every Thursday afternoon and the last Sunday each month!
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Amazing Art!
This Autumn join Make Do and Grow's team of community artists as they go on a journey through Amazing Art, learn different artistic styles and techniques, inspired by some famous artists.
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Autumn Junior Ranger Camp: Woodlands, Wildlife & Wilderness
Join Ranger Alan and build hidden shelters, dam flowing streams and set wildlife traps as we explore the woodlands, grasslands, ponds and streams of Mugdock on this 3-day adventure!
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Black History Family Workshops
Come along and take part in three family workshops exploring Black History using objects and collections in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
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Black History Month: celebrating the works of Black artists on display at GoMA
Join GoMA for three days of art making, where they celebrate the works of Black artists on display in their galleries.
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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!
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Carmunnock Heritage Trail
Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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Gothic Glasgow
Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!
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Half Term Retro Game Sessions
Join R-CADE for the half term school holidays as they extend their opening times for even more chance to play!
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Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
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Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
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The Climbing Academy's holiday climbing sessions are packed with climbing fun, giving kids the chance to burn off energy, conquer challenges and build confidence – all while having an absolute blast
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Kipper The Sea Dragon & Bertie the Moon Dragon
Join Rachel Huggins a Scottish Book Trust member, for lively readings of Kipper the Sea Dragon & Bertie the Moon Dragon at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre this October Half Term!
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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.
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Loch Lomond Scary Trail & Pumpkin Patch
This October, just in time for Halloween, Loch Lomond Faerie Trail will once again be transformed into the Scary Trail and Pumpkin Patch!
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Magical October at Riverside Museum
Riverside Museum are getting ready for a magical October, with lots of fun activities planned as their street undergoes an enchanted makeover!
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October Week Family Activity: Make a Spooky Castle Afternoon Tea Stand
Learn about the connections between Mackintosh and Dracula, while decorating your own spooky Scottish castle-themed afternoon tea stand to take home and use at Mackintosh at the Willow!
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Pint-Sized Picasso - Children’s Craft Classes
Pint-Sized Picasso is an inclusive children's craft class for little ones aged 9 months onwards held on Thursdays at Merry-Go-Round!
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Platform Dance
Platform Dance is weekly fun and informal workshops for children and young people, aged between 8 and 16, interested in exploring dance!
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Platform Music Classes & Workshops
Fancy learning to play an instrument? Platform Glasgow run weekly Fiddle, Guitar and Drum classes for juniors and adults!
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Pollok Fold Events
The staff at Pollok Fold have some exciting events running throughout the year, come along and learn all about their award-winning highland cattle!
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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!
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Riverdance
To celebrate an incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to the Kings Theatre Glasgow in October!
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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!
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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!
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Song Circles For Carers, Toddlers & Infants Drop-in
Share songs with your toddlers and babies, led by The Glasgow Barons' experienced singers at Elder Park Library on Thursdays!
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South Side Stars
Join the PI and Glasgow Life for a week long project where young people will work with professional theatre, vocal and dance coaches to create performances for the South Side Stars competition!
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Spooktacular
Glasgow's biggest Halloween experience returns this October, running from 3rd - 26th October, at a brand new location that promises to take the fright factor up a notch!
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Spooky Autumnal Crafts
Watch out for ghosts and get in the mood for Halloween with free drop in crafts and activities at Provan Hall over the October half term!
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Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition, a spectacular hi-tech experience will open its doors at SEC Glasgow on Thursday 24th July, following a sell-out 14-week run in London!
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X-CRAFT ‘Dive Deep’
X-CRAFT Dive Deep is an ALL NEW 360 Immersive Show that utilises MASSIVE 360 degree screens to tell the story of the submarine pioneers that paved the way for the submarines of today!
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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Family And Kids 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!
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PRIME Football Coaching October Week Camp
PRIME Football Coaching look forward to hosting another football camp to keep your players active, healthy and socialising during the October holidays!
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Restart A Heart Day
Newton Mearns Community First Responders are hosting an open CPR training day for everyone at The Avenue Shopping Centre on Thursday 16th October.
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture
Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Highland Cow Experience
We are delighted to invite you to our Highland Cow Experience, where you will get to meet our beautiful gang and learn more about their role here at Kinkell!
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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Falkland Palace’s Halloween Trail
Get ready to explore the spooky Halloween Trail at Falkland Palace, it’s the perfect family day out – and even your four-legged friends are welcome!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
A Passion For Wildlife
As part of Biggar Little Festival, Biggar Museum are delighted to host photographic exhibition, A Passion for Wildlife, by photographer Jean Manson.
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A Squash and a Squeeze
Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze when this heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs, comes to Lanark Memorial Hall!
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Scotland’s SCREAM Park: Zombie Checkpoint
This Halloween, Scotland's SCREAM Park and the UK's top zombie adventure creators, Zombie Infection, are teaming up to bring you something epic!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Big Kid Circus: Paisley
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Paisley's Barshaw Park between Friday 10th and Sunday 19th October!
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Lush Braehead Halloween Party Workshops
Join the team at Lush Braehead this October Half Term for one of their spooky spectacular bath bomb workshops!
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PACE Fest! Musical Showcase - Demon Hunters
Inspired by your favourite scenes, songs and routines, join PACE Youth Theatre for their Musical Showcase - Demon Hunters this October Half Term!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Arnprior Farm Pumpkin Festival
Arnprior Farm is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved Pumpkin Festival for Autumn 2025.
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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The Mythical Mystery Hunt
This autumn, follow Historic Environment Scotland's family trails to discover some of the magical and mystical creatures of Scottish folklore.
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Craigbank Farm Pumpkin Experience
Craigbank Farm in Dunlop are throwing open their barn doors for a pumpkin picking and Halloween extravaganza!
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Kelburn Pumpkin Party
Get ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!
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The Wandering Witches of Culzean
Can you help the little witches at Culzean Castle and Country Park find the missing ingredient before the witching hour begins?
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