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Nights Out Events in Glasgow in January 2026

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Events in Glasgow

One Night In Tennessee

Selected dates between 9th January 2025 - 31st March 2026

Inspired by the open mic nights of Bourbon Street, Old Bohemia and their talented friends take to the stage and cover your favourite country classics at Maggie's Rock N Rodeo!

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Maggies Rock N Rodeo Cowboy Ceilidh

Selected dates between 10th January 2025 - 6th March 2026

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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Learn To Line Dance

Selected dates between 21st January 2025 - 31st March 2026

Suitable for totally green newbies, you'll learn to two step & grapevine the night away at Maggie's Rock N Rodeo's Line Dancing evenings!

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Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran

Selected dates between 27th September 2025 - 23rd January 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran at Merchants House of Glasgow!

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Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More

Selected dates between 27th September 2025 - 23rd January 2026

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More at Merchants House of Glasgow under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

Selected dates between 11th October 2025 - 9th January 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at Merchants House of Glasgow!

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Candlelight: Tribute to Simon and Garfunkel

Selected dates between 30th October 2025 - 24th January 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Simon and Garfunkel at the Trades Hall.

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Cracking Good Jokes Show

Selected dates between 31st October 2025 - 27th February 2026

Good Egg Comedy brings the freshest comedy in Glasgow to their little magical comedy room at Gael & Grain!

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Taste of the Calton

Selected dates between 31st October 2025 - 24th April 2026

Taste of the Calton at BAaD is an intimate dining experience honouring the surrounding community. Enjoy good food, wine and anecdotes about who and what makes this area unique!

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A Night Of Lionel Richie & Motown Classics

Selected dates between 1st November 2025 - 27th March 2026

Enjoy a night of Lionel Richie hits and Motown classics courtesy of Ralph Petersen at The Ferry!

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Candlelight: Tribute to Pink Floyd

Selected dates between 1st November 2025 - 2nd January 2026

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Pink Floyd at The Trades Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

Selected dates between 13th November 2025 - 14th March 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Merchants House of Glasgow!

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Simply Rod Stewart

Selected dates between 14th November 2025 - 24th April 2026

James Frew is Simply Rod Stewart... performing all the hits in immaculate fashion and in the inimitable style of the man himself!

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Gallus In Weegieland

19th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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 Winter Wonderland

21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Glasgow City Centre

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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The Little Mermaid

22nd November 2025 - 4th January 2026

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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Oran Mor Christmas Panto - Mary Doll Poppins

25th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Get ready for a riotous Glasgow twist on everyone's favourite flying (well, sort of...) nanny when Oran Mor's Christmas Panto returns for 2025 in the shape of Mary Doll Poppins!

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Jock and the Beanstalk

27th November 2025 - 11th January 2026

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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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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Candlelight: 80s Rock Anthems

2nd January 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of 80s Rock Anthems at the Trades 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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Scottish Ballet - The Snow Queen

3rd January 2026 - 17th January 2026

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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Julian Ovenden - The Cathedral Tour

7th January 2026

Step into the sublime as musical theatre legend Julian Ovenden presents a breathtaking evening of songs at Glasgow's Cottiers on Wednesday 7th January!

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An Evening with Rangers Legends - 9 In A Row Anniversary Show

8th January 2026

Don't miss an unforgettable evening at The King's Theatre Glasgow celebrating one of the most iconic achievements in Scottish football... Rangers' legendary 9 in a Row era!

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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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Elder Emo Great Gatsby

10th January 2026

Elder Emo Gatsby Night at The Garage is an overs club night with emo/pop-punk DJs, themed cocktails, competitions & chaos... dress to depress or impress!

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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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WWE Live

10th January 2026

Bursting with all the drama and energy of a rock concert, in a lively and exciting environment, WWE Live is the ultimate in family entertainment, don't miss it at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on 10th January!

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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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Midnight Til Morning

12th January 2026

Midnight Til Morning are fast becoming one of 2025's breakout pop acts after forming on the hit Netflix series 'Building the Band', don't miss them live at SWG3 Glasgow on Monday 12th January!

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Fawlty Towers - The Play

13th January 2026 - 17th January 2026

Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger, don't miss it at The King's Theatre Glasgow in 2026!

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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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Opening Night: World Connections

15th January 2026

Celtic Connections 2026 launches on Thursday 15th January with World Connections – a vibrant celebration of global traditions and local talent!

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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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The Wonder Years

15th January 2026

American alt-rock act The Wonder Years return to Glasgow to headline SWG3 on Thursday 15th January!

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BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra & Special Guests: Beyond The Tradition

16th January 2026

In this unique concert, Scotland's most acclaimed folk song performers join forces with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra for newly commissioned arrangements classic Scots folk songs and ballads.

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Candlelight: Tribute to Oasis

Selected dates between 16th January 2026

Get your tickets now to discover the music of Oasis at Merchants House of Glasgow under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Celtic Connections Late Night Sessions

Selected dates between 16th January 2026 - 31st January 2026

Drygate Brewery will host this year's Celtic Connections Late Night Sessions featuring a number of talented musicians across the festival!

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Emmylou Harris with Special Guest Jim Lauderdale

16th January 2026

Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime musical event as the legendary Emmylou Harris, a true titan of American music, performs an exclusive show for Celtic Connections as part of her UK tour!

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Falasgair and Support

16th January 2026

Taking their name from the Gaelic word for the seasonal act of burning heather, Falasgair formed in Glasgow and quickly blazed their way onto the folk festival circuit.

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Grant-Lee Phillips and Support

16th January 2026

Join American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Grant-Lee Phillips for a captivating solo performance in one of Celtic Connections' cosiest venues... Cottiers!

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Jim Lauderdale and Hannah White

16th January 2026

Jim Lauderdale, two-time Grammy winner and member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, comes to Celtic Connections 2026 for a special performance at Drygate on Friday 16th January!

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Katie Gregson-MacLeod and Sophie May

16th January 2026

Inverness native Katie Gregson-Macleod will play her first Celtic Connections headline show in the beautiful, atmospheric Barony Hall on Friday 16th January!

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KINNARIS Q and Support

16th January 2026

KINNARIS Q return to Celtic Connections ready to kick on... brace yourself for intricate arrangements, uplifting harmonies and big, bold, party vibes to warm the soul!

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NAFCo 25th: Mary Frances Leahy, Catriona Macdonald and Annbjørg Lien Band, Darach and the NAFCo House Band

16th January 2026

Don't miss a special night marking 25 years of the North Atlantic Fiddle Convention — a celebration of the fiddle and dance traditions that connect communities across the North Atlantic and beyond!

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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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Rokia Koné and Boubacar Samaké

16th January 2026

Expect an evening of pure, unadulterated soul delivered by one of West Africa's most compelling voices: the renowned Malian singer, Rokia Koné, as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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RuMac

16th January 2026

Singer-songwriter RuMac will headline SWG3 Glasgow's Galvanizers on Thursday 16th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Afel Bocoum

17th January 2026

Afel Bocoum, one of the Sahel's most beloved artists, will play The Mackintosh Church on Saturday 17th January as part of a 13-date UK tour!

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Cauld Blast Orchestra and Support

17th January 2026

Having recently reformed after a 20-year hiatus, the legendary Cauld Blast Orchestra return to Celtic Connections with new blood and the same trailblazing spirit!

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Celebration of Gaelic Song: Suas leis a’ Ghàidhlig

17th January 2026

Don't miss a stellar lineup of multi-award-winning Gaelic singers and musicians at The Barony Hall on Saturday 17th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Cherish the Ladies: 40 Years Strong - The Heart of the Tradition

17th January 2026

Glasgow favourites Cherish the Ladies return to Celtic Connections for a spectacular celebration marking 40 years as one of the world's most beloved Irish music ensembles!

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Chris Brain & Special Guests

17th January 2026

Enjoy introspective, contemporary folk; nature-inspired lyrics, delicate fingerpicking and warm vocals from Chris Brain and special guests at the Tron Theatre as part of Celtic Connections!

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Go Your Own Way - The Fleetwood Mac Legacy

17th January 2026

Go Your Own Way is the spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac, don't miss it at the SEC Armadillo on Saturday 17th January!

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Kevin McGuire

17th January 2026

Scotland's 'home-grown Yellowstone' Kevin McGuire is bringing his Country party to Celtic Connections for the first time on Saturday 17th January!

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Landless and Natalie Wildgoose

17th January 2026

Landless, the highly acclaimed Irish quartet bring their mesmerizing, unaccompanied traditional songs to the first Saturday of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Megalichen and CLR Theory

17th January 2026

Prepare for a truly unique journey into the wild heart of alternative folk with Megalichen at Oran Mor Glasgow as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Michael McGoldrick Band with Sona Jobarteh

17th January 2026

The Old Fruitmarket on a Saturday night is the perfect home for the sheer, joyous power of the Michael McGoldrick Band!

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Pictish Trail and Support

17th January 2026

Enjoy an unexpected set of songs spanning the lo-fi folk-pop genre courtesy of Pictish Trail at Glasgow's Saint Luke's as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Rose Cousins and Support

17th January 2026

Enjoy an evening of intimate, JUNO-winning folk-pop from Canadian singer-songwriter Rose Cousins at Glasgow's City Halls as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Skerryvore & Special Guests

17th January 2026

Prepare for a landmark event as three-time winners of Scotland's Live Act of the Year, Skerryvore, celebrate the end of the Scottish leg of their global 20th Anniversary Tour!

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The New Leaves and The Wildwoods

17th January 2026

Prepare for an evening of truly beautiful, modern Irish storytelling courtesy of The New Leaves at Cottiers Theatre as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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TMSA: 60th Anniversary Celebration

17th January 2026

Join the Traditional Music & Song Association of Scotland as they kick off their 60th anniversary with a celebration at City Halls as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Tony Carroll - Think I’m Ars*d Tour

17th January 2026

Get ready for an evening of chaos, laughter, and a party atmosphere when Tony Carroll brings his Think I'm Ars*d Tour back to The Stand Glasgow!

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Watchhouse and Support

17th January 2026

Watchhouse, one of Americana and folk music's most acclaimed acts, arrives in Glasgow for a truly special evening at the Pavilion Theatre as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv

18th January 2026

Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, Al Murray returns to the Theatre Royal Glasgow with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026!

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Donald WG Lindsay - How’ve You Been? and Outwith

18th January 2026

Enjoy a forward-thinking night of Scottish music and cinema courtesy of Donald WG Lindsay at The Glad Cafe as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Iarla Ó Lionáird with Cormac McCarthy & Matthew Berrill and Aoife Ní Bhriain & Cormac McCarthy

18th January 2026

Prepare for a moving and unique musical experience as twice Grammy-nominated vocalist Iarla Ó Lionáird joins forces with acclaimed pianist Cormac McCarthy clarinet maestro Matthew Berrill.

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Laura Jurd with Chris Amer Sextet

18th January 2026

Visionary trumpet player Laura Jurd returns to Celtic Connections with an all-star band, presenting music from her newly released album, Rites & Revelations!

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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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TRIP and Jenn Butterworth

18th January 2026

TRIP bring their infectious energy, celebrating the connection between land and traditional music, to The Barony Hall on Sunday 18th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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True & Bold: A Night for Dick Gaughan

18th January 2026

Join Celtic Connections for a powerful and passionate night celebrating the work of Scotland's most fiercely committed troubadour, Dick Gaughan!

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An Treas Suaile: Julie Fowlis & Duncan Chisholm

19th January 2026 - 20th January 2026

An Treas Suaile (The Third Wave): An evening of music and song and remembrance with Julie Fowlis and Duncan Chisholm.

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All Time Low

20th January 2026

All Time Low will bring their Everyone's Talking tour to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Tuesday 20th January with special guests Mayday Parade, Four Year Strong and The Paradox!

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Ballads and Songs: Sam Carter sings Nic Jones

20th January 2026

Sam Carter, a highly respected BBC Folk Award winner, presents a heartfelt and timely celebration of a towering figure in English folk music: Nic Jones.

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BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra: Górecki’s ‘Symphony of Sorrows’ and Alice Zawadzki

20th January 2026

Experience a monumental work of 20th-century classical music 50 years after its composition, as the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra performs Henryk Gorecki's intensely spiritual Symphony No. 3.

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Buena Vista All Stars and Support

20th January 2026

The legendary spirit of Cuban music's golden age arrives on your doorstep with Buena Vista All Stars at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Gary Innes & Ewen Henderson and Special Guests

20th January 2026

Join leading figures in the Scottish trad scene, Gary Innes and Ewen Henderson, as they celebrate 20 years since they first started performing together!

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Kaia Kater and Friends

20th January 2026

For this special Celtic Connections show, Kaia Kater is joined by a line-up of esteemed Friends, promising an electrifying and collaborative performance!

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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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The Woman In Black

20th January 2026 - 24th January 2026

Over 7 million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most chilling and successful theatre events ever staged, make sure you're one of them when The Woman In Black returns to Glasgow!

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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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An Evening With Damon Hill hosted by Tom Clarkson

21st January 2026

In conversation with Tom Clarkson, acclaimed host of the official F1 podcast Beyond The Grid, Damon Hill will share stories from his remarkable Formula 1 journey at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!

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Biffy Clyro

21st January 2026

Biffy Clyro have announced a massive arena tour which will see them return to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Wednesday 21st January with special guests Soft Play and The Armed!

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Brìghde Chaimbeul & Shahzad Ismaily and Support

21st January 2026

This is a truly thrilling collaboration that brings together two of the most forward-thinking and distinctive voices in contemporary roots and experimental music!

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Federation of the Disco Pimp and Support

21st January 2026

Join Federation of the Disco Pimp as they return to Celtic Connections for this special album launch show, performing the new music from Gratuitous alongside favourites from their entire catalog!

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Gruff Rhys and Support

21st January 2026

Leave the cold outside and join Celtic Connections in The Mackintosh Church for a night that promises to be both intimate and transcendent, with a musician who genuinely sounds like no one else.

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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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Tarran with Ellie Beaton

21st January 2026

This highly anticipated collaboration from Tarran with Ellie Beaton brings together two of Scotland's most dynamic young traditional music acts!

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É.T.É with Kevin Henderson and Fell Line

22nd January 2026

Don't miss a joyful and masterfully performed celebration of Francophone culture from award-winning group É.T.É at The Mackintosh Church as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Baiuca and Malin Lewis

22nd January 2026

Baiuca brings Galician rhythms with the soulful, contemporary sounds of avant-garde electronica, to Glasgow's Saint Luke's as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Deiseil: Dancing in Time

22nd January 2026 - 23rd January 2026

Deiseil: Dancing in Time is a powerful exploration of how stepdance, Scotland’s percussive dance, was lost… and how its revival became woven into a lifelong friendship.

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Harp Heaven: Rachel Hair & Ron Jappy

22nd January 2026

This rare hometown performance at Celtic Connections is a chance to see Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy in action as recent tours have seen them venture across the USA, Japan, Australia and New Zealand.

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Joe H Henry

22nd January 2026

Known for his thoughtful and captivating songwriting with a blend of R&B, soul and alt-country, don't miss Joe H Henry live at The Glad Cafe as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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John R. Miller with Kelsey Waldon

22nd January 2026

John R. Miller and Kelsey Waldon will craft raw, soulful Americana journeys when they perform at Cottiers Theatre as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Katherine Priddy and Dowally (feat. Philippe Boudot)

22nd January 2026

Enjoy a stunning showcase of one of the UK's most celebrated singer-songwriters Katherine Priddy at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Michael McGovern and Grayling

22nd January 2026

Experience an evening of deeply poetic songwriting and evolving folk music with Glasgow's own Michael McGovern, celebrating a rich new chapter in his sound!

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Mon Rovîa

22nd January 2026

Afro Appalachian folk artist Mon Rovîa will play a headline show at SWG3 Glasgow on Thursday 22nd January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Our Mother Tongue

22nd January 2026

Our Mother Tongue showcases an exciting line-up of artists who are proudly honouring their linguistic heritage while boldly pushing creative boundaries!

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Red Sky July

22nd January 2026

Red Sky July have announced they'll bring their upcoming tour to The Garage Glasgow on Thursday 22nd January as part of Celtic Connections!

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Sharon Shannon and Ali Levack Big Band

22nd January 2026

Legendary Irish musician Sharon Shannon, known for her dynamic stage presence and virtuosic talent, comes to Celtic Connections 2026 for a show at the Old Fruitmarket on Thursday 22nd January!

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Sian and Bon Débarras

22nd January 2026

Celebrating the release of their second album araon, Scottish Gaelic folk band Sian will perform at Barony Hall with an extended line-up of musicians featured on the record!

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The East Pointers and support

22nd January 2026

Trailblazing Canadian folk-pop trio The East Pointers return to Glasgow for a headline show at Oran Mor on Thursday 22nd January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Capercaillie and La Déferlance

23rd January 2026

Celtic music trailblazers Capercaillie bring their unique blend of Gaelic roots and contemporary sounds to Celtic Connections for a special anniversary performance!

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Dylan LeBlanc and Adam Thom

23rd January 2026

Singer-songwriter Dylan LeBlanc wanders in from the cold for his first appearance at Celtic Connections at Cottiers Theatre on Friday 23rd January!

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Horse with Scottish Chamber Orchestra

23rd January 2026

Legendary Scottish singer-songwriter Horse returns to Glasgow's iconic Barrowland Ballroom for a once-in-a-lifetime performance with the world-renowned Scottish Chamber Orchestra!

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Isla Ratcliff: The Scottish Four Seasons with Jean-Michel Veillon & Nicolas Quémener

23rd January 2026

Isla Ratcliff is a unique and compelling voice in the folk world, don't miss her live at The Barony Hall on Friday 23rd January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Jacob Jolliff with Rain Of Animals and Swinging on Birches

23rd January 2026

This special Celtic Connections collaboration unites virtuosic American mandolinist Jacob Jolliff with the eclectic folk duo Rain of Animals, the perfect antidote to the January blues!

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Justin Hawkins Rides Again... Again

23rd January 2026

Don't miss Justin Hawkins, frontman of revered rock band The Darkness, as he takes to the stage at Clyde Rooms to Ride Again... Again!

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Kirsteen Harvey & Hector Shaw & Grace Morton

23rd January 2026

Experience an intimate evening featuring three of Scotland's finest rising singer-songwriters for a special collaborative show that blends rich folk traditions with contemporary indie sensibilities.

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Mec Lir with Astro Bloc

23rd January 2026

Following their euphoric Barrowlands debut in 2025, Mec Lir return to Celtic Connections to raise the roof once more - as only they can!

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Psychic Night at Number 10 Hotel

23rd January 2026

Due to popular demand the Psychic Night at Number 10 Hotel returns on Friday 23rd January with floor show provided by Louise Finlay!

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Siobhan Miller Band and Saltfishforty

23rd January 2026

Siobhan Miller returns to Celtic Connections for her biggest headline show to date, a one-night celebration in the iconic Old Fruitmarket marking the release of her first live album!

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The Ayoub Sisters with BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra: Arabic Symphony

23rd January 2026

In this very special performance with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, The Ayoub Sisters celebrate their ten-year anniversary with a whirlwind evening of folklore and adventure.

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The Johnny Quinn Macs with Assynt

23rd January 2026

Experience the Scottish debut of The Johnny Quinn Macs, a spectacular trio forged from the very heart of the contemporary Irish traditional music scene!

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The Rebel

23rd January 2026

The alter ego of Country Teasers' Ben Wallers, The Rebel, will headline Glasgow's Nice N Sleazy on Friday 23rd January!

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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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Amythyst Kiah and Support

24th January 2026

Amythyst Kiah makes a welcome return to Celtic Connections after announcing herself as part of Transatlantic Sessions in 2023.

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Òran Ùr - Celebrating 25 years of new Gaelic songs

24th January 2026

Don't miss an evening celebrating contemporary Gaelic songwriting with stars of Gaelic singing and contemporary songwriting at the Citizens Theatre as part of Celtic Connections 2026.

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Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

24th January 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at Glasgow Cathedral!

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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

24th January 2026

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Glasgow Cathedral!

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DLÙ with Scottish Fish

24th January 2026

One of the most respected voices of their genre, Indie Trad band Dlù will headline Glasgow's Saint Luke's on Saturday 24th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Firelight Trio and Lauren MacColl

24th January 2026

A truly unique and unmissable night of instrumental genius is in store when Firelight Trio and Lauren MacColl play The Barony Hall as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Le Vent du Nord and Support

24th January 2026

The raucous Québec quintet Le Vent du Nord returns to Celtic Connections for a foot-stomping live performance at the Old Fruitmarket!

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Miles Kane

24th January 2026

Iconic indie artist Miles Kane will headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 24th January in support of his new album, Sunlight In The Shadows!

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Murder Maist Fowl - Burn’s Night Murder Mystery

24th January 2026

Fancy a Burn's Night with a difference? Join the team at Arta for their murder mystery event... Murder Maist Fowl!

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Orchestra Baobab and Support

24th January 2026

Grab your tickets and swap frosty streets for funky beats with this deep dive into the soul of Senegal!

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Rangers Burns Supper

24th January 2026

Enjoy the spirit of Scotland and Rangers Football Club at the annual Rangers Burns Supper celebration, presented by Park's Motor Group on Saturday 24th January!

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Scottish National Whisky Festival

24th January 2026

Take a deep dive into the modern world of spirits and live music with the Scottish National Whisky Festival at SWG3 Glasgow - the definitive whisky and cultural experience!

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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 Conundrum: International Piping Night

24th January 2026

The Conundrum brings together leading exponents of the world’s great piping traditions in a unique celebration of shared heritage and musical innovation.

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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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Värttinä and Support

24th January 2026

Värttinä have made a magnificent comeback with their new chart-topping album, Kyly. Don't miss them live in Glasgow at Oran Mor on Saturday 24th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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Gang Thegither Wi Us This Burns Night

25th January 2026

Where else could be more fitting a place to celebrate the national poet of Scotland than The Citizen in Glasgow City Centre!

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Orianthi

25th January 2026

Premiere electric guitarist and sought-after live performer Orianthi will perform live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 25th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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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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Sam Shackleton

25th January 2026

Sam Shackleton will be performing songs from his newly released album Scottish Cowboy Ballads & Early American Folk Songs.

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St. Paul and the Broken Bones

25th January 2026

Celtic Connections 2026 welcomes the return of soulful Southern rock group St. Paul & The Broken Bones to The Old Fruitmarket on Sunday 25th January!

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Stephen K Amos - Now We’re Talking!

25th January 2026

Stephen K Amos will get down to the nitty gritty, what makes him tick & what gives him the ick... no filters, no limits when he brings his new show to The Stand Glasgow on Sunday 25th January!

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saturdays at your place

26th January 2026

Michigan emo band, saturdays at your place, return to Glasgow after supporting Free Throw on their sold out 2024 show, to headline The Garage Attic on Monday 26th January!

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The 502s

26th January 2026

Known for their viral music videos on TikTok and raucous live shows, Floridian feel-good folk band The 502s have announced a headline show at SWG3 Glasgow on Monday 26th January!

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The James Hunter Six

26th January 2026

James Hunter is a must-see artist who effortlessly draws from the depths of his musical well, leaving audiences captivated and craving more!

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An Evening With The Fast Show

27th January 2026

Fans of the iconic TV programme The Fast Show are in for a real treat as the original cast members bring their comedic genius to the SEC Glasgow on Tuesday 27th January!

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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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The Radiohead Project

27th January 2026

The Radiohead Project is a stunning live tribute show that celebrates one of the greatest bands of all time... don't miss it at The Pavilion Theatre on Tuesday 27th January!

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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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Rain City Drive & Honey Revenge

28th January 2026

US rock groups Rain City Drive & Honey Revenge team up for a show in Glasgow on Wednesday 28th January at The Classic Grand!

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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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Ben Walker

29th January 2026

Ben Walker will play his biggest headline show to date The Garage Glasgow on Thursday 29th 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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Gideon

29th January 2026

Atlanta metalcore group Gideon return to Glasgow to headline Slay on Thursday 29th January with support from Grove Street, Xile and Still In Love!

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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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Junior Brother

29th January 2026

Don't miss alternative Folk mainstay Junior Brother live at Cottiers on Thursday 29th January!

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Lillian Gordis: French Connection

29th January 2026

Harpsichordist Lillian Gordis directs a programme of French/German music from the 18th century at Adelaide's Glasgow on Thursday 29th January!

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Mutagenic Host

29th January 2026

UK death metal outfit, Mutagenic Host have announced they'll headline Glasgow for the first time, with a show at The Garage on Thursday 29th January!

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Oslo Twins

29th January 2026

Oslo Twins, known for their dreamy, ethereal sound, return to Scotland to play Glasgow's Nice N Sleazy on Thursday 29th January!

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Shooglenifty and Moxie

29th January 2026

Prepare for a spectacular night of genre-bending music as Shooglenifty, the iconic pioneers of 'Acid Croft', return to the magnificent Old Fruitmarket!

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Tessa Rose Jackson

29th January 2026

Expect a journey that is at once intimate and fantastical, showcasing a unique artist who toes the fine line between dreams and reality!

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The Oran Mor Sessions Live with The Southside Fiddlers

29th January 2026

With a repertoire rooted in the Irish tradition, The Southside Fiddlers delight audiences with their uplifting, energetic performances that prove the tradition is in safe hands.

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The Unthanks at 20 with Royal Northern Sinfonia

29th January 2026

Join Celtic Connections for a spectacular evening as The Unthanks celebrate a monumental 20 years as a band, in collaboration with the world-class Royal Northern Sinfonia!

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Erskine Burns Supper & Ceilidh

30th January 2026

Celebrate the life and works of Scotland's National bard at the annual Erskine Burns Supper & Ceilidh at Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 30th January!

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Gallant Pioneers

30th January 2026 - 31st January 2026

Gallant Pioneers takes Rangers fans back to 1872 to follow the personal journeys of the boys who made Rangers Football Club and the obstacles they had to overcome.

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Inyal and MAL

30th January 2026

INYAL will perform Fathoms in its entirety at Celtic Connections, accompanied by some of Scotland's most renowned traditional musicians!

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Nashville Nights UK

30th January 2026

The ultimate country music experience is coming to The Garage Glasgow on Friday 30th January, bringing you the biggest hits from the best & brightest country artists!

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Resolve

30th January 2026

French metalcore group Resolve return to Glasgow to headline Cathouse Rock Club on Friday 30th January with support from from Windwaker, Tropic Gold and ASHEN!

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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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Tom McGuire & The Brassholes

30th January 2026

Catch Tom McGuire & The Brassholes, a colourful, hilarious bunch of wonderfully talented, animated young men, when they return to The Barrowlands on Friday 30th January!

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Torridon and The Tumbling Souls

30th January 2026

Expect an explosive, hugely energetic show featuring fan favourites, when Torridon play Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 30th January as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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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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Ernest

31st January 2026

Prepare for an evening of electrifying entertainment as ERNEST, legends of the Scottish music industry, take the stage at The Ferry on Saturday 31st January!

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Friends Again and Support

31st January 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable, celebratory night as the legendary Friends Again take to the spectacular stage of the Old Fruitmarket for Celtic Connections 2026!

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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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Samson Sounds XL featuring Aziza Jaye & MC Bryte: Atlantic Vibrations

31st January 2026

This January, Samson Sounds return to Glasgow with their unique blend of contemporary global sounds and high-energy performance!

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Seckou Keita & The Homeland Band

31st January 2026

Supported by the Homeland Band, Seckou Keita offers an exhilarating, passionate, and unforgettable journey into the heart of African rhythm and melody.

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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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Nights Out Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Nights Out 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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The Show Must Go On

The Show Must Go On

24th January 2026

Starring award winning vocalist Angela Duncan, Kirk James, Mike Michaels, Carol Mac and host Gerry Harte, backed by a live band, this is a show not to be missed!

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Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - La Traviata

Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - La Traviata

14th January 2026

Heart-rending arias meet harsh realities in this captivating story. Don't miss a screening of the Royal Ballet and Opera's La Traviata at Eastwood Park Theatre on Wednesday 14th January!

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Nights Out Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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

Stand Up Horror

Stand Up Horror

Selected dates between 15th November 2025 - 19th December 2026

Improvised, macabre tales featuring (voluntary!) members of the audience as actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror!

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1 World Film Festival 2026

1 World Film Festival 2026

31st January 2026

Welcome to the 1 World Film Festival which celebrates and showcases the most original, entertaining, exciting and finely structured films! Coming to the Banshee Labyrinth on 31st January.

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Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy

Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at Assembly Roxy

Selected dates between 14th November 2025 - 10th July 2026

Come and experience Scottish dance the way its meant to be every month at the Edinburgh Ceilidh Club at the Assembly Roxy!

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Nights Out Events in Fife

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

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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Celebrating Celine

Celebrating Celine

29th January 2026

Prepare to be dazzled as we pay tribute to the voice, the legacy, and the magic of Celine Dion at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 29th January!

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Aladdin

Aladdin

28th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Join Aladdin and his wonderfully daft family, the McSwankeys, as they set off on a bonkers Highland adventure in this Scottish take on the classic tale at The Byre Theatre St Andrews!

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Nights Out Events in Lanarkshire

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

R.E.M. - A Performance By STIPE

R.E.M. - A Performance By STIPE

30th January 2026

STIPE are the definitive tribute to one of the biggest bands in rock music... R.E.M. Catch them live at Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 30th January!

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Cinema Live: NT Live: Hamlet

Cinema Live: NT Live: Hamlet

22nd January 2026

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy from the National Theatre being screened at Airdrie Town Hall!

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Absolute Elvis with Johnny Lee Memphis

Absolute Elvis with Johnny Lee Memphis

16th January 2026

Scotland's very own multi-award winning Johnny Lee Memphis will be performing in the Absolute Elvis show when it returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 16th January!

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Nights Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

The Legends of American Country Show

The Legends of American Country Show

4th January 2026

The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Beacon Arts Centre on Sunday 4th January for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

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RSNO Viennese Gala

RSNO Viennese Gala

17th January 2026

Let the Royal Scottish National Orchestra whirl you away to a world of elegant waltzes, playful polkas, and good old-fashioned romance when they return to Beacon Arts Centre!

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PACE presents Snow White

PACE presents Snow White

26th November 2025 - 5th January 2026

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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Nights Out Events in Stirling

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

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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Craig Hill: Wait ’Til You See My Entrance!

Craig Hill: Wait ’Til You See My Entrance!

31st January 2026

Don't miss Scotland's cheeky, irreverent and uproarious Kilty Comedy Pleasure and join Craig as his hilarious new live tour comes to Macrobert Arts Centre on Saturday 31st 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

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Renfrewshire Council
Glasgow City Council
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East Renfrewshire Culture
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