Family And Kids Events in Glasgow in January 2026
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Events in Glasgow
Family Fun Sundays At The Grosvenor
Come join the Family Fun at The Grosvenor, Ashton Lane every Sunday from Midday, it's free to attend, all you need is your party outfit!
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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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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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MUMS - Meet Up & Make Stuff
MUMS - Meet Up & Make Stuff - is a project delivering free creative wellbeing sessions for new mums led by artist Marie-Claire Lacey with a cohort of guest artists.
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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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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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LUSH Glasgow City Parent & Child Coffee Morning
Book in to Lush Glasgow City for a Coffee Morning like no other and let your little one explore the world of potion making with our bath bombs, shower slimes, and bubble bars.
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Glasgow’s Winter Wonderland
Glasgow's Winter Wonderland, the city's most anticipated festive celebration, will transform Glasgow Green and St Enoch Square into enchanting winter wonderlands of light, laughter and seasonal cheer!
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A Christmas Escape: The Elf Trials
Santa is bringing his Elf Trials to Glasgow for a limited run! Do you have what it takes to win all the gold stars in 30 minutes? A fun and competitive game to see who comes out top elf!
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Gallus In Weegieland
The Tron Panto returns for 2025 with Gallus In Weegieland, a wild adventure down a mysterious pothole to a land full of strange-talking creatures and a maniacal power-hungry Queen!
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Glasgow’s Christmas Lighting Trail
This Christmas, Glasgow's celebrating 850 years of our amazing city with a trail full of twinkling lights, joyful sights, and festive cheer!
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Fridays At One
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's 'Fridays at One' series features performances from International guest artists, chamber ensembles, soloists and orchestras!
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The Little Mermaid
Join Glasgow pantomime superstar Elaine C Smith, and the King's favourite funny-man Johnny Mac as they dive to the depths of the ocean when they return in 2025 with The Little Mermaid!
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Jock and the Beanstalk
Come and join your favourite Pavilion pals for a GIANT of a panto with the fabulous festive adventure Jock and the Beanstalk!
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Clydeside Christmas Village
Get ready for something truly special this winter... introducing Clydeside Christmas Village, arriving in Glasgow for the very first time between Saturday 29th November and Sunday 4th January!
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The Wee Ceilidh
Bring your wee ones along to Sloans for an afternoon filled with dancing and tunes at their monthly Wee Ceilidh, the most wholesome family event in town!
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Cinder’s Fella
Get ready for 45 minutes of pure festive fun as Folksy Theatre Company bring their brand-new mini panto to Glasgow’s Winter Wonderland on Glasgow Green!
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Forest Families
Enjoy a Sunday morning of family fun in the great outdoors on one of Mugdock Country Park's Forest Families sessions!
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St Bride’s Organ Recitals
St Brides beautiful William Hill organ, 160 years old, has been restored to its former glory! Join them for a monthly recital from a selection of experienced and talented organists.
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Wild At Mugdock
Older children can get out in the great outdoors and enjoy activities such as orienteering, shelter building and bushcraft at Mugdock Country Park's Wild At Mugdock sessions!
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IRN-BRU Carnival
Whether it's a fun-filled day out with the family or an action-packed night with friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy at annual Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!
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Celtic Park Stadium Tour
Experience the magic within, soak up the history and feel the passion at Celtic Park Stadium, Scotland's largest football stadium, on this one hour guided tour.
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Scottish Ballet - The Snow Queen
Scottish Ballet's spectacular and much-loved production of The Snow Queen returns to the Theatre Royal Glasgow, after its sell-out tour in 2022!
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Artie’s Singing Kettle - New Year Party
Join Artie and his Singing Kettles at Cottiers on Sunday 4th January for a joyful musical celebration that kids and parents alike will love!
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Seussical Jr Auditions
Seussical Jr. is coming to Glasgow Acting Academy — and you could be part of the magic! Join them for their cast auditions on Wednesday 7th January.
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Sing-a-Long-a Matilda
Calling all revolting children and their parents – come and be a little a bit naughty at Sing-a-Long-a Matilda the Musical From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Frozen!
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Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman
Singalonga Productions, producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Grease brings you their newest show, the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing - The Greatest Showman!
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Children’s Cooking Classes 7-16 year olds
At The Weans' Scran & Kitchin's cooking classes, kids will learn how to cook fun, delicious dishes, try new food and go home with a new skill!
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Celtic Connections
The January blues are set to be well and truly banished as Glasgow comes alive when Celtic Connections returns for 2026 between Thursday 15th January and Sunday 1st February!
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Postnatal Pottery
Postnatal Pottery is a weekly wellbeing-focused ceramic drop-in workshop for parents and babies at Art Space G41 beginning on Friday 16th January!
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Hillhead Youth Theatre
Hillhead Youth Theatre, open to all young people ages 5-12, is back for their Winter Term at Hillhead Library on Sundays from 18th January to 29th March!
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Partick Film Festival
The annual Partick Film Festival returns for 2026 between Monday 19th and Sunday 25th January, with FREE screenings and events in unique venues across Partick!
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The Halal Food Festival Glasgow
Whether you're a food enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out with family and friends, The Halal Food Festival Glasgow offers something for everyone!
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Oscar and the Highland Castle
Mousetale Puppets return to The Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre on Sunday 25th January with Oscar and the Highland Castle!
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RSNO 2025/26: How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
Featuring John Powell's Oscar-nominated score performed live to picture by the RSNO, How to Train Your Dragon in Concert is a thrilling experience for all ages!
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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:
Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live
In a brand-new show, the Singing Kettle's founder, Artie dusts off the kettles and asks the audience at Eastwood Park Theatre to say the famous rhyme...
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National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire: Coffee Break
Join National Autistic Society East Renfrewshire for their weekly Coffee Break in Giffnock offering peer support, socialising and signposting delivered by our local trained volunteers.
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The McDougalls: Winter Wonderland
Join The McDougalls, Scotland's favourite children's theatre company, at Eastwood Park Theatre for a magical musical adventure in a snow-filled Winter Wonderland!
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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:
Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! Great informal fun night suitable for all ages (10yrs+).
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Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman
Singalonga Productions, producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Grease, bring the smash hit film musical The Greatest Showman to Edinburgh Playhouse on Saturday 24th January!
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Castle Of Light
Make Castle of Light: Fire and Ice part of your festive plans and enjoy the largest annual projection show in the UK when it returns for its sixth year!
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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:
After The Last Waltz
Don't miss a night of Americana, folk, blues and classic rock and roll when After The Last Waltz returns to Carnegie Hall on Saturday 31st January!
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The Legends Of American Country Show
The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Rothes Halls for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!
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Ruby Sippers
Step into a world of magic, music, and movement as the Sarah Hendry School of Dance proudly presents Ruby Sippers at Rothes Halls on 31st January!
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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:
The Taylor Swift Effect
The Taylor Swift Effect, the UK's ultimate tribute to Taylor, is coming to Rutherglen Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!
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RSNO Plays Sibelius
When the RSNO comes to play, everyone is welcome! Join presenter Gillian Moore as she introduces young and old alike to the wonders of classical music with Scotland’s National Orchestra.
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Airdrie Observatory Open Evenings
Throughout the winter months you can visit Airdrie Observatory, one of only four observatories operating in the UK, on select evenings!
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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:
PACE presents Snow White
With a whole host of hilarious characters, fantastic original music, and the liveliest, most energetic chorus of young people – PACE's panto, Snow White, is one not to miss!
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Make Mess Matter At IKEA Glasgow
Make Mess Matter are dedicated to giving your child the messy play party experience with no added stress or mess for you at IKEA Glasgow!
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The Ultimate Bubbles Show
Join Ray Bubbles, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, at Beacon Arts Centre and see if he can create the ultimate square bubble!
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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:
Gartmore Hogmanay Ceilidh 2025
Get ready to celebrate in spectacular style as the Gartmore Ceilidh, Scotland’s most iconic and vibrant dance event, lights up the calendar for 2026!
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Weans in the Wood
Grab your magic wands, dancing shoes and full-on-sing-along voices for this year’s panto extravaganza… Weans in the Wood at Macrobert Arts Centre!
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