History Events in Glasgow in March 2026

Behind The Scenes Tour of GMRC

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!

The Old Glasgow Club Talks

The Old Glasgow Club hosts regular talks and occasional events for people interested in Glasgow, its environs, its history and its people!

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!

Heritage Building Tours

Learn about legendary productions, backstage innovations, and the community spirit that has defined the Citz on one of their regular Heritage Building Tours!

Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours

The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!

Carmunnock Heritage Trail

Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!

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!

Glasgow Central Station Tours

Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!

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!

Historic Tours of Glasgow University

Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!

Burrell Bites

Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from the Burrell Collection each week, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!

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!

Harbour and Horizon Exhibition

Harbour and Horizon brings together artworks, historical photographs and artefacts from the last two centuries to the Scottish Maritime Museum in Dumbarton.

Specialist Tour: An Hour with the Four

Discover the brilliance of Glasgow Style icons 'The Four' on this vibrant, expert-led tour at Glasgow Museums Resource Centre... a must-see journey through exquisite designs that's sure to inspire!

Glasgow School of Art Archives & Collections Tour

Explore the fascinating history of The Glasgow School of Art with an exclusive tour of their Archives and Collections at The Whisky Bond on the first Thursday of each month!

Themed Tours at The Burrell Collection

Join the Burrell Collection's expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours.

Afternoon Public Talk: A Talk on the Patrons of Mackintosh with Lorraine Murray

In this talk at Mackintosh at the Willow, historian Lorraine Murray will look at the two important patrons who supported Charles Rennie Mackintosh during his career.

Kelvingrove Bite - Cotton, Tartan and Fashion

Join Curator of British Art Jo Meacock to hear more about this impressive coming-of-age portrait depicting the sons of cotton manufacturer James Dunlop and Mary Barr of Arthurlie House, Neilston.

Making The Motet: From The 12th To The 21st Century

Discover the evolution of the motet in person on a journey from 12th-century roots to modern hits it's a must for UK music lovers seeking a brilliant, harmony-filled adventure through time!

Specialist Tour: African Women, Myth and Material Memory

Join Lizzie Eidson at GMRC for an uplifting tour exploring the vibrant spiritual power and artistic legacy of African women, from historic wooden carvings to contemporary masterpieces!

Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society: In Search Of Anne Of Cleves

Join Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society for a talk presented by Dr Jonathan Foyle on Anne of Cleves.

Kelvingrove Celebrates RSA200

To celebrate the Royal Scottish Academy's 200th birthday this year, join Curator of British Art Jo Meacock for a lively highlight tour of Kelvingrove, taking in key artworks by RSA notables!

Telling Glasgow’s Stories: A Workshop With Allison Galbraith

From folk tales to urban myths, hear Allison Galbraith tell some of Glasgow's most famous stories at the Mitchell Library, learn about oral tradition and have a go at crafting your own tale.

Kelvingrove Bite - Framing the Narrative: Restoring the Dunlop Family Portrait

Join frame conservator Sophie Kostin at Kelvingrove as she gives a unique insight into the restoration of this intricately made and lovingly conserved Victorian artefact.

Discover the vibrant history and stunning beauty of Glasgow Cathedral and its links to the local area in this uplifting heritage talk with Paul Noble on Thursday 5th March!

Experience local history come alive at Eastwood House with this vibrant screening of City of the Dead, a captivating tribute to Glasgow's past by East Renfrewshire Movie Makers!

Join local historian Stuart Nisbet as he takes you on a detective trail exploring the origins of Clarkston, Stamperland and Netherlee, and the people who have lived there.

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

Come and learn dances from Jane Austen's time at Institut Français d'Écosse with Talitha MacKenzie, a teacher of Historical Dance & Dance Music at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Join Surgeons Hall Museum for a captivating evening honouring the vision, skill, and perseverance of some of the women who transformed healthcare and medical science!

Come along for a guided tour of St Andrews Heritage Museum and Garden with Museum Manager / Curator Sam Walker and learns about the history of the house and it’s former occupants!

Every year the shoals of herring moved around the coasts of Britain and every year an army of workers followed them. This exhibition, by local artist Jake Brown, illustrates the routes they took.

Drop in to The R&A World Golf Museum and have a chat with staff and volunteers whilst looking at photographs, objects and film footage from their collections!

Take a tour of one of the finest private tombs in the country and the town's most striking historic landmark, Hamilton Mausoleum.

Join Stuart on Friday 6th March at David Livingstone Birthplace for a brilliant new Walk and Talk Tour, kicking off with a deep dive into the fascinating history of Blantyre Cotton Mills!

Heritage Buddies - Where Buddies Rest: Stories Rise is a 2 year project being delivered by the Urban Historian funded by the Culture, Heritage & Events Fund from Renfrewshire Council.

Join Renfrewshire Heritage, from The Urban Historian, for their monthly Local History Cafe, perfect for anyone with an interest in Paisley and Renfrewshire history.

Join Renfrewshire Ancestors, from The Urban Historian, for their monthly Family History Cafe where you can kickstart your family tree research while supporting the Beatson Cancer Charity!

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

Take a tour of the strange tales and stranger characters of Stirling's Old Town on the Stirling Ghostwalk... comedy, drama, fact and fable - fun for boys & ghouls of all ages!

Celebrate a century of the National Library of Scotland Act by exploring how libraries evolved from private collections into vibrant, innovative hubs at the very heart of our communities!

On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!

Celebrate Mother's Day in timeless elegance with a guided tour of Kelburn Castle, followed by a delightful afternoon tea in its charming surroundings!