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Music Events in Glasgow in January 2026

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Events in Glasgow

Adult Music Workshops

Selected dates between 24th March 2025 - 1st March 2026

Always wanted to play an instrument? Now's your chance! Join Amplify Music Academy for their relaxed, one-hour daytime group lessons for adults!

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Ukulele Classes For Wee Fingers

Selected dates between 24th March 2025 - 1st March 2026

Looking for the perfect way to introduce your child to music? Amplify's fun and engaging ukulele classes are designed just for 5 to 8-year-olds—the perfect stepping stone into music education!

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Guilty Pleasures - NYD with Jon Mancini & Michael Kilkie

1st January 2026

Kick off the New Year as you mean to go on with resident mischief-makers Jon Mancini and Michael Kilkie taking the helm once again in Radisson Red Glasgow's RED Sky Bar on January 1st!

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RSNO 2025/26: The Messiah

2nd January 2026

Hallelujah! Celebrate the New Year with the RSNO's annual performance of Handel's Messiah at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!

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Bad Manners

3rd January 2026

Ska Legends Bad Manners return to Slay Glasgow on Saturday 3rd January as part of their 50th Anniversary tour!

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Antarctic Monkeys

9th January 2026

Don't miss tribute band Antarctic Monkeys when they headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 9th January!

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The Girl Power Experience

9th January 2026

The ultimate singalong concert celebrating the music of iconic female artists from The Spice Girls to Beyoncé and Madonna is coming to the King's Theatre Glasgow on Friday 9th January!

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Indiepalooza

10th January 2026

Indie-rock tribute festival, Indiepalooza, featuring leading tributes to the Killers, Arctic Monkeys, Oasis, Sam Fender, Stone Roses and Kasabian comes to The Barrowlands on Saturday 10th January!

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Sing-a-Long-a Matilda

10th January 2026

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

10th January 2026

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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BBC SSO 2025/26: The Music and Meditation Podcast: Live

11th January 2026

Step away from the noise of everyday life and immerse yourself in an evening of live classical music, gentle breathwork and meditation!

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The Magic of the Beatles

11th January 2026

The Magic of The Beatles is one of the UK's leading Beatles tribute shows who play to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world, catch them at the King's Theatre Glasgow on Sunday 11th January!

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Celtic Connections

15th January 2026 - 1st February 2026
Various Locations Glasgow

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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The 80s Show

15th January 2026

Get ready to step back in time and relive the iconic sounds of the greatest musical era when The 80s Show comes to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Thursday 15th January!

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Paleface Swiss

16th January 2026

Swiss deathcore band Paleface Swiss will headline SWG3 Glasgow's Galvanizers on Friday 16th January, with support from Static Dress and Stick To Your Guns!

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Haydn & Schubert with Lorenza Borrani

16th January 2026

Smouldering drama collides with daring humour in this vibrant matinee concert directed by inspirational Italian violinist Lorenza Borrani.

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Superheaven

18th January 2026

Alternative rock band Superheaven will headline SWG3 Glasgow's Galvanizers on Sunday 18th January!

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Nashville Live

20th January 2026

Hit country show, Nashville Live, returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia. Don't miss it at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Tuesday 20th January!

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Amaranthe & Epica

21st January 2026

Amaranthe and Epica will unite on their European 'Arcane Dimensions Tour' which comes to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 21st January!

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra with Julie Fowlis, Éamon Doorley, Zoë Conway and John Mc Intyre

21st January 2026

Award-winning Gaelic folk singer and musician Julie Fowlis leads an exciting Scots-Irish collaboration at this special Celtic Connections performance featuring the renowned Scottish Chamber Orchestra!

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The Seeger Sessions Revival

23rd January 2026

Experience a new, magical homage to Seeger and Springsteen's work in the cosy confines of Glasgow Saint Luke's on Friday 23rd January!

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Varna Ballet - Swan Lake

23rd January 2026 - 24th January 2026

Varna International Ballet returns for a new season in 2026 brought to life by magical special effects, don't miss their production of Swan Lake at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo in January!

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The Chair 20th Anniversary with FARA

24th January 2026

Formidable Orcadian eight-piece The Chair celebrate their 20th anniversary with a turbocharged mash-up of folk, blues, rock, dub, klezmer and more at The Barrowlands as part of Celtic Connections!

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The Music of Prince - New Purple Celebration

24th January 2026

Come celebrate the life, legacy and The Music of Prince when New Purple Celebration returns to The Garage Glasgow on Saturday 24th January!

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Varna Ballet - The Nutcracker

24th January 2026

Varna International Ballet returns for a new season in 2026 brought to life by magical special effects, don't miss their production of The Nutcracker at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo in January!

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RSNO 2025/26: Come and Sing: Carmina Burana

25th January 2026

Join RSNO Conductor Stephen Doughty, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and a special come-and-sing choir, as an audience member for an informal performance of this spine-tingling work!

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Jinjer

27th January 2026

Ukrainian heavy metallers Jinjer head to SWG3 Glasgow's Galvanizers on Tuesday 27th January as part of their upcoming tour!

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Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes

27th January 2026 - 31st January 2026

An intoxicating drama where life imitates art with fateful consequences, Matthew Bourne's The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart when it comes to the King's Theatre Glasgow!

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Pierce Brothers

27th January 2026

Following the success of their sold-out Australian tour, Melbourne indie-folk rockers Pierce Brothers are returning the UK in 2026, don't miss them live at Glasgow's Saint Luke's on January 27th!

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Best Of Frankie Valli - Starring Peter Andre

28th January 2026

Starring Peter Andre - The Very Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is a spectacular high-pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time!

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White Lies

28th January 2026

Arguably one of the biggest guitar bands in the UK, White Lies have announced a UK tour which will see them headline SWG3 Glasgow on Wednesday 28th January!

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Defying Gravity - West End Women

29th January 2026

Defying Gravity - West End Women, coming to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in January, is a celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage!

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Jason Derulo

29th January 2026

Global superstar Jason Derulo has announced his return to the UK and Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Thursday 29th January as part of his The Last Dance tour!

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart’s Last Three Symphonies

30th January 2026

Discover – or rediscover – the compelling power of Mozart's last three symphonies as Maxim brings his vibrant visions to Scotland.

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A.A. Williams

31st January 2026

Classically trained post-rocker A.A. Williams is heading out on tour, don't miss her live at Glasgow's G2 on Saturday 31st January!

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RSNO 2025/26: How to Train Your Dragon in Concert

31st January 2026

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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The Dream Syndicate

31st January 2026

The Dream Syndicate will perform their visceral 1984 album Medicine Show in its entirety at The Art School on Saturday 31st January!

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Music Events in East Renfrewshire

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

The Legends of American Country Show

The Legends of American Country Show

7th January 2026

Europe's number one country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Eastwood Park Theatre for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Music Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart’s Last Three Symphonies

Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart’s Last Three Symphonies

29th January 2026

Discover – or rediscover – the compelling power of Mozart's last three symphonies as Maxim brings his vibrant visions to Scotland.

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Tommy Emmanuel CGP

Tommy Emmanuel CGP

18th January 2026

Grammy-nominated acoustic guitarist extraordinaire, composer and global touring artist Tommy Emmanuel will perform at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 18th January!

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The Rolling Stones Story

The Rolling Stones Story

10th January 2026

The Rolling Stones Story promises you an unforgettable Jumpin’ Jack Flash back in time. It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll, but we like it!

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Music Events in Fife

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

The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

22nd January 2026

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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80’s Live

80’s Live

24th January 2026

Get ready as we bring you the biggest party show to tour the UK - 80s Live! The ultimate 80s night out, so come dressed to impress as we spin you around and around for a night to remember!

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After The Last Waltz

After The Last Waltz

31st January 2026

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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Music Events in Lanarkshire

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

The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

18th January 2026

Europe's number one country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, comes to Airdrie Town Hall for a fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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The Legends Of American Country Show

The Legends Of American Country Show

17th January 2026

The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Lanark Memorial Hall for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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Showaddywaddy

Showaddywaddy

31st January 2026

Don't miss 'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World', Showaddywaddy, when they return to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 31st January!

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Music Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Roxette UK

Roxette UK

17th January 2026

Capturing the essence of the Swedish pop rock legends, Roxette UK are the ultimate tribute show, don't miss them live at The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 17th January!

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Music Events in Stirling

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

Christmas Disco Party Nights

Christmas Disco Party Nights

Selected dates between 28th November 2025 - 17th January 2026

Let the festivities commence with a fun-filled Christmas disco night at Inchyra in Falkirk!

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Nearly Elton

Nearly Elton

22nd January 2026

Nearly Elton is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest showmen of our time! Catch it at The Albert Halls Stirling on Thursday 22nd January!

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Nashville Live

Nashville Live

23rd January 2026

Hit country show, Nashville Live, returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia. Don't miss it at The Albert Halls on Friday 23rd January!

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Events in Other Areas

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Sponsored Links

Paisley First
Fayre Play
Open Pass Scotland
Media Shop
Hilton Glasgow
City Of Glasgow Chorus
Glasgow Music City Tours
Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust
Renfrewshire Council
Glasgow City Council
East Renfrewshire Culture
Renfrewshire Council
City Sightseeing Glasgow
The Quay

Popular Events

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!
Bard in the Botanics
Bard in the Botanics are delighted to be returning to Glasgow Botanic Gardens for Summer 2025 with their 'magic - mayhem - and murder' season!
FREE Open Air Cinema at QPA
Open-air cinema returns to Queen's Park Arena this summer with a selection of 'Cults & Classics' themed films!
Catfish and The Bottlemen
Multi-platinum-selling, BRIT Award-winning, arena-filling giants Catfish and the Bottlemen have announced a huge show at Glasgow Green on 9th July with special guests The Wombats and The Fratellis!
St Mungo Museum - Nature Inspired Activities
As part of Glasgow 850 celebrations St Mungo Museum are celebrating our Dear Green Place with a variety of nature inspired activities for all the family to enjoy!

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