Outdoor events in Glasgow
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Events in Glasgow
Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!
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Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!
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Carmunnock Heritage Trail
Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!
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Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: King’s Park Walled Garden
Come along and explore the C-listed Walled Garden within King's Park as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!
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Seaforce Powerboats - Boat Trips On The Clyde
The Clyde Ride, Glasgow's must-do boat trip, is perfect for sightseeing with friends, family and thrill-seekers alike in Scotland's vibrant city!
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Pollok Parkrun
Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!
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Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!
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The Barras Market
With its iconic archways The Barras Market is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend, come along and grab yourself a bargain or two!
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Tollcross Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Tollcross Park in the East End of Glasgow!
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Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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Blochairn Car Boot Sale
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at Blochairn Car Boot Sale every Sunday from 6am to 3pm!
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Elder Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Elder Park!
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Springburn Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Springburn Park!
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Victoria Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the twice weekly City Markets Bridgeton Cross Retail Market!
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Dams To Darnley Health Walks
On Wednesday mornings join the Dams To Darnley Countryside Ranger for a health walk through the park leaving from Darnley Mill Car Park.
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Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at the weekly City Markets Mansfield Park Partick Retail Market!
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A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)
Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
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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!
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Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on this unique street art and modern culture tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track!
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This popular farmers market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's West End twice a month!
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The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour
Enjoy a walking tour and explore the thriving food scene of Glasgow's leafy west end with The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour!
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Shawlands Farmers Market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's Southside on the first and third Saturdays each month!
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The Market at Loch Lomond Shores
Browse homemade treats, arts & crafts, artisan food & drink and local produce at Loch Lomond Shores' regular Market Days on the first and third Sunday each month!
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Helensburgh Market in the Square
Buy the best of seasonal local produce at Helensburgh Market in the Square held on the second and last Saturdays of each month in Colquhoun Square!
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Park Lane Market
Park Lane Market is a pop-up market held on the first and last Sunday of each month in Shawlands, featuring a range of boutique stalls!
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The Glasgow Chickens Touch Rugby
Come and join The Glasgow Chickens for a game of Touch Rugby every Sunday on Glasgow Green... it's fun, fast and fortunately not prone to many injuries!
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The Rail Yard Farmers Market
The Rail Yard's weekly Farmers Market provides premium Scottish produce with regular access to unique artisan goods alongside Glasgow-based crafts and gifts!
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Milngavie Market
You'll find meat, fish, game, Cheese, home baking, plants, Organic soap, jewellery, and more at Milngavie Market on the third Friday of each month!
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Cardonald Market
Browse a wide variety of stalls and discover something new while supporting independent traders at Cardonald Market, held on the first Saturday of each month!
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Holmwood Market
Holmwood Market features a fantastic line up of top quality producers and makers bringing with them all kinds of wonderful foods, drinks, arts, crafts and artisan goods!
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Forest Families
Enjoy a Sunday morning of family fun in the great outdoors on one of Mugdock Country Park's Forest Families sessions!
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Mugdock’s Muddy Mischief Makers
Pull on your wellies and join Ranger Alan at Mugdock exploring the natural world through a series of fun led activities!
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Stargazing At Mugdock
Learn some fascinating facts about space then search the skies for constellations and planets on one of Mugdock Country Park's Stargazing nights!
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Glasgow’s Winter Wonderland
Glasgow's Winter Wonderland, the city's most anticipated festive celebration, will transform Glasgow Green and St Enoch Square into enchanting winter wonderlands of light, laughter and seasonal cheer!
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Ride Bright
Ride Bright is back! Join Women On Wheels on Saturday 8th November and reclaim the streets with lights, music and joy!
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13th Circle Coven Gathering
13th Circle is a monthly coven gathering for witches and the witch curious organised by Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching, join them in Alexandra Park for their November event.
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Up and Running Events: Bellahouston Park 5k / 10k / Half Marathon
Up and Running Events is hosting a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon running event in Bellahouston Park on Sunday 16th November!
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Christmas Market at Glasgow Fort
The Glasgow Fort Christmas Market is returning for 2025! From Thursday 20th November until Wednesday 31st December, pop along for a festive shopping experience for all the family!
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Glasgow’s Christmas Lighting Trail
This Christmas, Glasgow's celebrating 850 years of our amazing city with a trail full of twinkling lights, joyful sights, and festive cheer!
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Christmas in Glasgow’s West End
Visit West End are kicking off the festive season in style with a brand new free event... the Clarice Pears Christmas Celebration, get ready to jingle all the way and enjoy some magic on Byres Road!
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Merry Milngavie
Let the Christmas magic begin with Merry Milngavie, the official Milngavie Christmas Lights Switch On and Reindeer Parade, being held in the town centre on Saturday 22nd November!
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The Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun
Let's MOVE for Movember and make this November the biggest ever month that MoBro's, MoSista's and Mini MoRunners come together for the Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon MoRun!
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A Very Merry Shawlands Christmas
Join the My Shawlands team at Langside Square on Friday 28th November as they celebrate Christmas with plenty of festive fun for all the family, including a visit from Santa!
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Illuminate RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
Join the team at RSPB Loch Lomond between November 28th and 30th for a magical moonlit meander around the reserve after hours!
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Helensburgh Santa Dash
Helensburgh HEART's popular annual Santa Dash returns on Saturday 29th November, setting off from Colquhoun Square at 11am!
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Helensburgh Winter Festival
Helensburgh Winter Festival, one of the most popular events on the local calendar, returns for 2025 on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November!
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Jiggly Santa Family Mile
Come along to Tollcross Park for our Jiggly Joggers' Family Mile, dressed as Santa, and take on a mile walking, jogging or dancing however you choose!
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Light Up Kirky
Kirky Cinema are teaming up with SHS Events and Adventure Events Ltd to bring festive magic to the heart of Kirkintilloch on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November!
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Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival
Loch Lomond Shores is set to host their fantastic Christmas Festival on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December featuring street food, children's entertainers and rides, live entertainment and more!
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Sunrise Goose Walk at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
Join this early morning walk and witness the spectacular scene as thousands of geese lift up from their roost over RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond!
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Glasgow’s Santa Dash
Join Beatson Cancer Charity this year at the Glasgow Santa Dash at Glasgow Green on Sunday 7th December. Run, jog, walk or hop on your sleigh - it's time to do your festive 5k!
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Mugdock Family Reindeer Run
Hooves on the marks, antlers set and red noses go, go, go! Come and take part in Mugdock Country Park's annual Family Reindeer Run on Sunday 7th December!
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Glasgow City Centre at Christmas Time During the Second World War
This Christmas join Dr Kevin Morrison for a guided walk as he shares stories and facts about what it was like to be in Glasgow at Christmas time during the Second World War.
READ MOREUp and Running Events: Christmas Cracker 5k / 10k
Up and Running Events is hosting the Christmas Cracker - a 5k and 10k running event in Kelvingrove Park on Sunday 28th December!
READ MOREUp and Running Events: Glasgow Green 5k / 10k / Half Marathon
Up and Running Events is hosting a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon running event in Glasgow Green on Sunday 4th January!
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Glasgow Music City Tours: Merchant City Music Walking Tour
Get under the skin of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of Merchant City and the East End from Glasgow Music City Tours!
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Glasgow Music City Tours: Music Mile Walking Tour
Feel the beat of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of the city centre with Glasgow Music City Tours!
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Glasgow Race for Life
Sign up now for the 2026 Cancer Research UK Race for Life Glasgow 3K, 5K or 10K on Sunday 17th May, and help the fight to beat cancer!
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On The Sea - Photography Excursion
Set sail on an unforgettable wildlife photography excursion across the breathtaking seas of Scotland's west coast.
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Glasgow Summer Sessions: Teddy Swims
Grammy nominated vocal powerhouse Teddy Swims has announced his first outdoor headline show in Scotland at Glasgow Summer Sessions in Bellahouston Park on Sunday 28th June!
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Glasgow Summer Sessions: My Chemical Romance
My Chemical Romance will bring The Black Parade tour to Glasgow's Bellahouston Park on Saturday 4th July as part of Summer Sessions 2026!
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Outdoor Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
All About Barrhead’s Winter Glow Up
Wrap up warm, bring your pals or the wee ones, and come be part of Barrhead's biggest festive celebration of the year on Saturday 22nd November!
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Giffnock’s Christmas Village
Join the Giffnock Village team on Saturday 8th November for a magical day of festive fun featuring a Christmas market, street performers, live music and dance performances, Santa's grotto and more!
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Giffnock Litter Pickers
Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!
READ MOREOutdoor Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
West Linton Market
A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing artisan foods, produce and crafts!
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions: The Prodigy
The Prodigy will bring their huge headline performance to Edinburgh Summer Sessions at the Royal Highland Showgrounds on Saturday 29th August!
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Sundown Adventures
For the very first time Go Ape's popular Sundown Adventures will be available at Dalkeith Country Park between 28th November and 30th December.
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Growing Together Activity Sessions
St Andrews Botanic Garden's Growing Together programme includes free, accessible, nature events for families with children & young people with disabilities & additional support needs.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Dawson’s Garden
Dawson’s Garden is a small cottage garden, full of surprises and designed to please the senses all year round with colour, form and scent.
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Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra Marathon (90K)
Join Blast Running and discover the Fife Pilgrim Ultra Marathon 2026 – a 50-mile journey along the ancient pilgrim route from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral.
READ MOREOutdoor Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!
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Strathclyde Farmers Market
Don't miss the monthly Strathclyde Country Park Farmers Market, showcasing a selection of local producers, from fruit and veg to award winning meats, bakeries & dog treats!
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Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks
Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!
READ MOREOutdoor Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Erskine Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project in Erskine on Thursday afternoons for their inclusive health walk!
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Inverclyde Christmas Light Switch On Events
Seven Christmas Light Switch On events are being held across Inverclyde between November 21st and 29th!
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Paisley Christmas Lights Switch On
The countdown to Paisley's Christmas begins with the switching on of the town's Christmas lights on Saturday 15th November!
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Here's a selection of Outdoor Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
New Falkirk Stadium Car Boot Sale
Come and visit Falkirk Stadium Car Boot Sale, the biggest and best car boot sale in the region, every Sunday - weather permitting... all welcome!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Japanese Garden at Cowden
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Denny Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Denny. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Ayr Rugby Club Fireworks Festival
Ayr's biggest and best Fireworks Festival is being held at Dam Park Stadium on Friday 7th November 2025!
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