Outdoor events in Glasgow

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!

Glasgow Necropolis Walking Tours

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

Carmunnock Heritage Trail

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

Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

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

Good Move Glasgow Health Walks

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!

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!

Pollok Parkrun

Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!

Springburn Parkrun

Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!

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!

Tollcross Parkrun

Tollcross Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Tollcross Park in the East End of Glasgow!

Victoria Parkrun

Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!

Blochairn Car Boot Sale

Browse the stalls and bag yourself a bargain at Blochairn Car Boot Sale which is held every Sunday from 6am to 3pm!

Elder Park Junior Parkrun

Elder Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Elder Park!

Springburn Junior Parkrun

Springburn Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Springburn Park!

Victoria Junior Parkrun

Victoria Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!

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.

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!

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!

Partick Farmers Market

This popular farmers market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's West End twice a month!

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!

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!

Shawlands Farmers Market

Shawlands Farmers Market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's Southside on the first and third Saturdays each month!

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!

Milngavie Market

Buy the best of seasonal local produce at Milngavie Market, held on the first and third Fridays of each month in Douglas Street!

Forest Families

Enjoy a Sunday morning of family fun in the great outdoors on one of Mugdock Country Park's Forest Families sessions!

Wild At Mugdock

Older children can get out in the great outdoors and enjoy activities such as orienteering, shelter building and bushcraft at Mugdock Country Park's Wild At Mugdock sessions!

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!

Free Glasgow West End Walking Tour

Join a fun and informative small group walking tour around the West End of Glasgow discovering its history, stories and characters along the way!

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!

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!

Spring Equinox Forest Bathing Experience

Bring in the spring on this forest bathing experience to mark the Spring Equinox with Whispering Woods Forest Bathing on Saturday 21st March!

Ruchill Park Spring Clean and Scavenger Hunt

Join the Family Volunteering Club at Ruchill Park on Sunday 22nd March for a fun family Spring Clean & Scavenger Hunt and take pride in caring for this much loved green space!

Clydeside Easter Funland

Clydeside Easter Funland is coming to Glasgow's West End this Easter, expect a brand new family-first Easter experience packed with rides, inflatables and live entertainment!

Foraging & Herbal Medicine Course: Wild Things Year 1

Join community herbalist and foraging tutor, Catriona Gibson for this eight month exploration of wild medicinal and edible plants growing abundantly in and around Glasgow through the seasons.

Easter Egg Trail at Geilston Garden

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Geilston Garden's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg Trail at Holmwood House

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Holmwood House's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg Trail at The Hill House

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in The Hill House's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Wildlife Weans: The Big Egg Hunt!

Calling all 1-7 year old children and their grown-ups! Some of the country park's birds have lost their golden eggs, come and help the Mugdock Ranger to find them!

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!

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!

Springfest: The Scottish Food & Drink Festival

Springfest, The Scottish Food & Drink Festival, returns for 2026 on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April, celebrating delicious local produce on the beautiful bonny banks of Loch Lomond!

Easter Adventure Camps

Treat your kids to an unforgettable Easter break packed with paddleboarding, mountain climbing, and raft building – the ultimate outdoor adventure for making new friends!

Spring Junior Ranger 3 Day Camp

Calling all active 8-12 year olds! From fires to shelters, maps to wildlife ID, come along and learn how to survive in the countryside at Mugdock Country Park on this Spring Junior Ranger 3 Day Camp!

Good Move Themed Guided Walks

Join Good Move for their FREE guided walks... lace up your shoes and enjoy a stroll around Glasgow discovering the city's heritage, architecture and wildlife along the way.

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!

Spring Junior Ranger Day Camp

Calling all active 8-12 year olds! Learn the skills needed to thrive in our wild places on one of Mugdock Country Park's Spring Junior Ranger Day Camps!

Glasgow Running Festival

Glasgow comes together this April for a brand-new weekend of racing, movement and community in the heart of the city... don't miss your opportunity to take part in the Glasgow Running Festival!

Dinghy Sailing Open Day

Anyone can get on the water at Bardowie Loch, near Milngavie with this free Dinghy Sailing Open Day held by Clyde Cruising Club's dinghy section!

Glasgow Kiltwalk

Glasgow Kiltwalk is back for 2026 and due to popular demand, it will be another TWO DAY event on the 25 & 26 April, every step you take will make a BIG difference for the charity you love the most!

Top Dogs Day Out

Get ready for a barking good time because Top Dogs is back at Loch Lomond Shores on Saturday 2nd May with lots of fun activities for you and your four-legged family members!

Yardworks Festival

Yardworks Festival returns to SWG3 in Glasgow for another electrifying year on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd May, don't miss this annual celebration of graffiti, street art, culture, and community!

Loch Lomond Shores All Around The World Market

The All Around The World Market returns to Loch Lomond Shores on 9th and 10th May, expect to find tasty street food options, tempting sweet treats and a range of authentic craft offerings!

The Silent Disco Charity Colour Walk

Grab your brightest clothes and hit Glasgow's West End for Ya Dancer's silent disco walk, raising vital funds for the Simon Community while dancing through the streets in style!

R&B Lovers

The biggest festival for lovers of R&B is returning to SWG3 on Saturday 16th May, as part of the venue's Spring Sessions!

TTF

For the very first time ever, TTF will headline an outdoor show at the iconic Riverside Museum, and you're invited to be part of this massive Summer party by the Clyde!

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!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Horatio’s Garden

Horatio's Garden Scotland, designed by acclaimed garden designer and RHS judge, James Alexander-Sinclair, will be open to the public on Sunday 17th May as part of Scotland's Garden Scheme!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Ross Priory

Explore the beautiful grounds of Ross Priory complete with glorious views over Loch Lomond on Sunday 17th May as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

FLY Festival Glasgow

For the first time, FLY Festival Glasgow will come to Glasgow's Riverside Museum from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th May 2026 - the Spring bank holiday weekend!

On The Sea - Photography Excursion

Set sail on an unforgettable wildlife photography excursion across the breathtaking seas of Scotland's west coast.

WestFest

WestFest returns for its annual Summer festival between Monday 1st and Sunday 28th June, delivering a wide array of high quality, vibrant and inclusive events to the area!

Big Nights Out At The Bandstand

Big Nights Out At The Bandstand is back! Glasgow's iconic Kelvingrove Bandstand will host a series of unmissable outdoor summer concerts in June!

The Queen’s Park Food Festival

Celebrate global flavours, performing arts, and the very best of Glasgow's independent food scene when The Queen's Park Food Festival takes over Queen's Park Recreation Ground on 6th & 7th June!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Geilston Garden

Explore the walled garden, tranquil woodland and working kitchen garden at Geilston as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Scotties in the City Art Trail

A pack of 50 beautifully designed, giant Scottie dogs will pop up all over Glasgow, in the city and its suburbs, when Maggie's bring their Scotties in the City Art Trail to town this summer!

Summer Solstice Forest Bathing Experience

Celebrate the longest day by giving yourself time to lie among the trees and soak up nature with Whispering Woods Forest Bathing on Sunday 21st June!

Metallica

Metallica will bring their record-breaking M72 World Tour to Glasgow's Hampden Park on Thursday 25th June 2026, with support from Gojira & Knocked Loose!

Glasgow Summer Sessions: State Fayre

Glasgow Summer Sessions is back with a brand-new festival for Summer 2026, headlined by The Lumineers, and featuring The Proclaimers, Dylan Gossett, KT Tunstall, Avery Anna and Buffalo Traffic Jam!

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!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens Of Milton Of Campsie

Three private gardens in Milton Of Campsie will open their doors to the public on Sunday 28th June as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Glasgow Summer Sessions: Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts - CANCELLED

Legendary singer-songwriter Neil Young and his band The Chrome Hearts have announced they will play Glasgow Summer Sessions at Bellahouston Park on Monday 29th June!

Glasgow Summer Sessions: Kings Of Leon

Multi-GRAMMY and BRIT Award-winning band Kings of Leon have announced a huge outdoor show at Bellahouston Park on Friday 3rd July as part of Glasgow Summer Sessions 2026!

WOMAD Festival

The first-ever WOMAD Festival in Scotland will bring global artists to Glasgow's Kelvingrove Park on Friday 3rd & Saturday 4th July, celebrating cultural expression from around the world!

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!

Loch Lomond Shores Summerfest

Loch Lomond Shores are hosting a two day festival of fun, food, shopping and entertainment for all the family this July with the return of Summerfest!

GAMSCA Cultural Festival

The GAMSCA annual cultural festival is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Glasgow and brings together people from all walks of life!

Gary Numan

Synth-pop legend Gary Numan brings his iconic sound to Glasgow's Queen's Park Arena on Friday 17th July for an electrifying night under the stars!

STREETrave Summer All Dayer

STREETrave are taking over SWG3 Glasgow on Saturday 18th July for their legendary Summer All Dayer, this year's event is heading outdoors to the Galvanizers Yard and will be headlined by Soul II Soul!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: SWG3 Community Garden

Derelict land transformed into a thriving garden with community allotments, beehives & indigenous trees... discover SWG3's green oasis as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Summer Nights at the Bandstand

The Summer Nights at the Bandstand festival returns to Kelvingrove Park for an eleventh year with 17 nights of live music from OMD, Marti Pellow, Idlewild, Elephant Sessions, ABC and many more!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Garrioch Gardens

The early 20th-century traditional back court space at Garrioch Crescent was redesigned in 1977 into a boundary-free communal space with the gardens nurtured by a group of residents.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Milton of Campsie Community Garden

Come explore the community garden in Milton of Campsie, the creation of one man, covering roughly an acre of hillside beside the Glazert Water as part of Scotland’s Gardens!

Autumn Forest Bathing Experience

Relax into Autumn and give yourself time to slow down, notice the natural world around you and deepen your connection with nature with Whispering Woods Forest Bathing on Saturday 26th September!

UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup

The UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup is returning to Great Britain this winter, with Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow hosting a spectacular round of the 2026-27 series on Sunday 13th December!

Having a clear out and looking for a boot sale you can attend locally? Then join I Love Clarkston for their regular Car Boot Sale!

Looking for the perfect activity for your kids this Easter break? Join GHA Rugby Club for a fun, interactive and player-focused rugby camp!

PRIME Football Coaching look forward to hosting two week-long football camp during the Easter holidays to keep your players active, healthy, socialising and entertained!

You'll find a fine selection of handmade goods, from jams and chutneys to pies and candles, at Newhailes House and Gardens' Market, held on the third weekend each month!

The Inveresk Village gardens are open over the weekend of 20th/21st June as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme and enthusiasts can visit on both days if they retain their village map and sticky badge.

Ideal for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, Maid of the Forth's High Speed Seafari Adventure is an unforgettable way to explore the Forth and its landmarks!

Don't miss an opportunity to stroll around the delightful village of Boarhills near St Andrews and see the community-owned Boarhills Doocot which has recently been restored!

The famous Kirkcaldy Links Market, Europe's Longest Street Fair and Scotland's oldest, will return to the Esplanade for 2026 between Wednesday 15th and Monday 20th April!

Part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme, the diversity of Auchtermuchty Open Gardens makes this village well worth a visit!

Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!

Part of Rutherglen 900 and the Eden Project's nationwide celebration, spend a relaxed afternoon connecting with neighbours at The Big Lunch Buzzfest on Sunday 7th June!

A fantastic Easter Market featuring local traders, handmade crafts and gifts, delicious food and more is being held on Saturday 4th April in Carluke's Market Square!

Renfrew Gala Day 2026 will take place on Sunday 7th June with a day full of fun, entertainment, and celebration of our local community!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Weavers Cottage's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Take a closer look at Renfrewshire's stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights led by Led by John Pressly, Science Curator at One Ren's Paisley Museum, and the Countryside Rangers!

BBC Radio 2 in the Park is returning to Scotland! The annual festival will be held at Stirling's City Park between Friday 7th and Sunday 9th August!

Bridge of Allan gardens will again feature a selection of larger and smaller gardens.

Kelpies Live at Helix Park will bring Madness to headline a one-off show in Falkirk this June, the band's only Scottish headline show of the summer!

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!

Kinross Wildlife Watch is for kids that can't get enough of exploring the great outdoors or those desperate to find out a bit more about the weird and wonderful creatures we share our world with!

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!

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!

Clarty Paws is a fun, muddy obstacle course event for people and their dogs taking place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March 2026.

Get ready for Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland 2026! The UK's wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out is coming to Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Culzean Castle's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Robert Burns Birthplace Museum's annual Easter Egg Trail!

This spring, Kelburn Castle invites you to explore the forest, rebuild the story, and draw the sword in a magical, self-led adventure inspired by the legendary tale of King Arthur!

Blair Castle & Estate will open their beautifully landscaped gardens to the public on Sunday 12th April as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Get ready to jump, slide, and conquer the ultimate muddy challenge at the Auchingarrich Mud Monsters Family Fun Run on Sunday 26th April and Sunday 24th May!

Extending over two acres, the garden at Knockmarloch has been developed to provide different areas of interest, including ponds, a labyrinth, orchard, stream and more!

Barrmill Community Garden is carved from a 19th-century whinstone quarry and situated within a 1890s parkland, including enchanted woodland walks, a fairy trail, and a nature trail.

Explore a colourful maple grove, a den for the youngsters and a rockery with alpines and small rhododendrons beside the burn when Burnhouse opens as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Enjoy a visit to Crummieholm, where the current owners have attempted to transform a neglected and overgrown field into a tranquil haven for trees, shrubs, flowers and wildlife!

Set in surrounding farmland and woodland, the main structure of this garden has been in place for over 20 years with recent installations including a summer house, pergola and glasshouse.

Enjoy a visit to three Beith Community Gardens on Saturday 18th July as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Explore the south facing garden at 19 Waterslap in Fenwick on Saturday 25 July as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!