Nights Out Events in Glasgow in October 2026
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Events in Glasgow
Ania Magliano: Peach Fuzz
Fresh from starring in the latest series of Taskmaster, Ania Magliano brings a brand-new show full of jokes, confessions, and occasionally unhinged observations to The Stand Glasgow!
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Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me
Scotland's comedy powerhouse Kevin Bridges returns to the OVO Hydro in 2026 with his brand-new stand-up show, Here If You Need Me!
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Two Doors Down Live
Meet all the regulars from Latimer Crescent when the smash hit BBC show Two Doors Down takes up residence in Glasgow's OVO Hydro in September & October!
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Charlie Parr
Guitarist and songwriter Charlie Parr has announced he'll return to Glasgow for a show at Cottiers on Wednesday 27th May!
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Dar Williams
American pop folk singer-songwriter Dar Williams will play a headline show at Cottiers on Thursday 1st October!
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The Undertones
Don't miss legendary punk-pop tunesmiths The Undertones when they return to headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 2nd October as part of their 50th Anniversary Tour!
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David Essex
Singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with his 2026 tour Thanks for the Memories... a celebration of his monumental career!
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Andy Fairweather Low
One of the most respected musicians in the world, don't miss Andy Fairweather Low live at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Monday 5th October!
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Psychic Sally
The nation's favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally's show will have you on the edge of your seat, as she continues to bring mediumship into the 21st century!
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The Lemonheads
The Lemonheads are heading out on tour in support of their new album, Love Chant, catch them live at SWG3 Glasgow on Tuesday 6th October!
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The World of Hans Zimmer
Powerful. Beautiful. Dramatic. Breathtaking. Strong. Touching. Experience The World of Hans Zimmer - A New Dimension when it comes to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Tuesday 6th October 2026!
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Queen By Candlelight
Following a run of sell-out shows across the UK, join Concerts By Candlelight for an incredible night of Queen anthems at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Wednesday 7th October!
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Vonda Shepard
Vonda Shepard returns to Oran Mor Glasgow to play a set of greatest hits and favourites from her many albums!
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Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds
One of the most trailblazing arena tours of all time, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of 'The War of The Worlds' - LIVE! The Concert Experience comes to the SEC Armadillo on Friday 9th October!
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Joe Jackson
Renowned musician and producer Joe Jackson returns to Glasgow with his band for a headline show at Saint Luke's on Friday 9th October as part of the 'Hope and Fury' tour!
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Cody Pennington Country Show
Nashville artist Cody Pennington and his band will bring the biggest country hits back to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 10th October!
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Tenement Trail
Scotland's Tenement Trail is THE music lover's festival, boasting the best emerging talent plus much-loved artists and will return on Saturday 10th October!
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Mary Beard - The Secret Histories of Ancient Rome
Renowned historian Mary Beard returns to the stage, stepping once more into the world of Ancient Rome — a civilisation whose stories still shape the way we see ourselves today.
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Olga Koch: Fat Tom Cruise
In 'Fat Tom Cruise', see the Melbourne and Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated star, Olga Koch, comb through recent history in an immersive and genre-defying new show!
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Warren Zeiders
Rising country singer and songwriter Warren Zeiders has announced a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday 11th October as part of his 2026 World Tour!
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Dirty Dancing
Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing, Dirty Dancing returns to The King's Theatre Glasgow in October 2026 as part of a UK and Irish tour!
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Rollers Forever
Rollers Forever, the smash-hit tartan-clad musical celebrating the music, memories and passionate fandom of the Bay City Rollers returns to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in October!
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Mercury Rev
Celebrating 25 years of their hit album 'All Is Dream', Mercury Rev return to Scotland on Thursday 15th October to play Glasgow's Queen Margaret Union!
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Gary Faulds: Panic at the Midlife Disco
Gary Faulds, the Glaswegian comedian who's survived every type of life crisis imaginable, brings his new show Panic at the Midlife Disco to the SEC Armadillo on Saturday 17th October!
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Cabaret Voltaire
Electronic legends Cabaret Voltaire will bring their final tour to Glasgow for a headline show at The Barrowlands on Sunday 18th October!
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Professor Brian Cox: Emergence World Tour
After performing his smash-hit show 'Horizons' to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new tour world tour Emergence!
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Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems
Steve Hackett brings the very best Genesis from throughout his career with this awe-inspiring band, along with a selection of classic material from his many solo albums to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
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Brandi Carlile
Grammy Award-winner Brandi Carlile returns to Glasgow on Monday 19th October when she brings The Human Tour to the OVO Hydro!
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Christopher Hall: Pizazz
Showman, Jester, Attention Chaser, come with Chris Hall on the ultimate hometown night out when he brings his new show, Pizazz, to The Stand Glasgow on Monday 19th October!
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The Mountain Goats
Iconic indie folk band The Mountain Goats return to the Barrowland Ballroom Glasgow on Monday 19th October!
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Chameleons
Known for atmospheric, guitar-based sound and passionate lyrics, the Chameleons are regarded as one of the most underrated Manchester bands of the 1980s, catch them live at SWG3 Glasgow in October!
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Dr John Cooper Clarke
Literary phenomenon and cult hero Dr John Cooper Clarke returns to Glasgow for another evening at The Pavilion Theatre on Tuesday 20th October!
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John Kearns: Tilting At Windmills
Tilting at Windmills is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns!
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The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie
This visceral production of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie looks head on at our enduring moral fascination with such a beguiling and dangerous character.
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Get ready for an evening of comedy and laughter, as Brian Bilston takes us through the hows, whys and whats of reading, writing and enjoying poetry every day!
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Carl Hutchinson: Fine Whine
Carl Hutchinson brings his Fine Whine, his biggest and best tour yet, to The Glee Club Glasgow on Thursday 22nd October!
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Graham Gouldman will perform hits, like I'm Not in Love, Dreadlock Holiday, Rubber Bullets and many more when he returns with Heart Full of Songs to Saint Luke's Glasgow on Thursday 22nd October!
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It’s Not Where You Start - A Spoken Word Experience By Scott Kyle
Award-winning actor and producer Scott Kyle brings 'It's Not Where You Start', his most personal and powerful work, to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow.
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Soul II Soul
Experience the legendary sound of Soul II Soul as they return to the stage for their highly anticipated 2026 tour, which includes a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 22nd October!
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Billy & Tim - The Widescreen Edition
This explosive, hilarious, and thought-provoking play by Des Dillon returns to The Pavilion Theatre with a spectacular new twist, Billy & Tim, The Widescreen Edition (Bigger and Better Than Ever).
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Michael Mathers: The Eminem Experience
Michael Mathers brings his renowned Eminem Tribute show to Drygate in Glasgow on Friday 23rd October!
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The Vintage Explosion
The Vintage Explosion aren't just reviving the golden age of music - they're redefining it! Catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 24th October!
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Fat Freddy’s Drop
Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story!
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Lake Street Dive
American multi-genre band Lake Street Dive return to Glasgow as part of their upcoming tour for a headline show at The Barrowlands on Sunday 25th October!
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The Legends Vegas: After Hours
Get ready for the ultimate night out- Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spectacular new show that captures all the glitz, glamour, and excitement of Las Vegas!
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The Shamrocks
The roaring, rousing atmosphere of traditional Irish pubs will be brought to the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as Emmy Award-winning group The Shamrocks embark on their debut UK tour!
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The Witcher in Concert
The Witcher in Concert celebrates 10 years of the acclaimed video game, the concert brings to life the open-world role-playing game's timeless score with cutting-edge visuals!
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Matthew Bourne’s The Car Man
Matthew Bourne's award-winning dance thriller The Car Man will return for a 2026 UK tour, coming to The King's Theatre Glasgow between Tuesday 25th and Saturday 31st October!
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Jack Carroll: The Fall Guy
Join Jack Carroll at The Stand Glasgow as he expertly examines subjects that can make us feel awkward, within the safe confines of his northern charm!
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The Blindboy Podcast Live
Experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with polymath, best-selling author, screenwriter, songwriter, musician, producer and academic Blindboy Boatclub!
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Hen Night Horror
Thrilling, terrifying, hilarious... Hen Night Horror at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow is an original musical comedy that promises to put the willies right up ye!
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Hue and Cry
80s icons Hue and Cry are bringing a special show to Glasgow in 2026, part of their upcoming Full Band Scottish tour, don't miss them live at the Royal Concert Hall on Friday 30th October!
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The Australian Pink Floyd
The critically acclaimed Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Saturday 31st October as part of their Happiest Days Of Our Lives tour!
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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:
Oh What A Night!
Oh What A Night! at Eastwood Park Theatre will take you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons!
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Superstar - A Musical Evening with Ben Forster
In this intimate show at Eastwood Park Theatre, Ben Forster will sing the hit songs that made him a star – as well as sharing captivating stories about his life in the limelight!
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Desperados - A Tribute To the Eagles
Desperados will deliver a rip roaring set from the outstanding back catalogue of one of the greatest band's in history, The Eagles at Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 3rd October!
READ MORENights 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:
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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Rachel Fairburn: Vexy Beasts
Expect nepo babies, middle class rock stars, terrifying mothers, biting social commentary and lots of big laughs when Rachel Fairburn brings her show Vexy Beasts to Monkey Barrel Comedy!
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Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs
Graham Gouldman will perform hits, like I'm Not in Love, Dreadlock Holiday, Rubber Bullets and many more when he comes with Heart Full of Songs to The Pleasance Theatre on Friday 23rd October!
READ MORENights Out Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
MOVICALS: A Movie Musical Extravaganza
Step into the spotlight and get ready for an unforgettable night of live entertainment with MOVICALS – the ultimate movie musical experience!
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Kerry Ellis - Rock Anthems
In this new show, Kerry Ellis will explore her love of Rock Anthems as she pays homage to Queen, Meatloaf, Bonnie Tyler and the other rock legends who inspired her.
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Christopher Macarthur-Boyd: Howling At The Moon
One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd brings his new show to the Adam Smith Theatre in October 2026!
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Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
The Seven Witches of Torryburn
The Seven Witches of Torryburn is a powerful and moving theatre production that uncovers the untold stories of the innocent women persecuted during the Scottish Witch Trials!
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Dire Streets
Dire Streets will bring to life the classic songs of one of the world's greatest guitar bands when they come to Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 23rd October 2026!
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John Barrowman: My Life in Musicals
John Barrowman is back with his brand new show - My Life In Musicals, a glittering evening celebrating the greatest West End and Broadway musicals, don't miss him at Lanark Memorial Hall in October!
READ MORENights 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 Chain
Celebrate the music of Fleetwood Mac at The Bungalow courtesy of The Chain, a unique live band playing tribute to the legendary supergroup!
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Adam Garcia’s Emerald Storm
Emerald Storm is a tale of love, rivalry and turmoil! Feel the immense power and thunderous rhythms as Irish Dance and Modern Tap combine for this show not to be missed at Beacon Arts Centre!
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The Beat ft. Ranking Jnr
The Beat ft. Ranking Jnr will bring their high-energy performance of the band's classic songs to The Bungalow, Paisley on Saturday 24th October!
READ MORENights Out Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Nights Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Brian Bilston: How To Lay An Egg with a Horse Inside
Get ready for an evening of comedy and laughter, as Brian Bilston takes us through the hows, whys and whats of reading, writing and enjoying poetry every day!
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Russell Watson - An Intimate Evening with The ‘Voice’
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Russell Watson, one of the world’s most captivating performers, at The Albert Halls on 29th October!
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Celine - My Heart Will Go On
Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to The Albert Halls, Stirling on 9th October!
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