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!

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!

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!

Loch Lomond Faerie Trail

Located in one of Scotland's most charming villages, join Loch Lomond Faerie Trail for a delightful adventure through our enchanting woodlands!

Wild Cards Easter at RSPB Loch Lomond

Take the family out for an adventure and Egg‑splore the great outdoors with RSPB Loch Lomond's new Wild Cards and uncover the hidden heroes of nature as you explore the nature reserve!

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!

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!

Pollok Fold Events

The staff at Pollok Fold have some exciting events running throughout the year, come along and learn all about their award-winning highland cattle!

Try Tag Rugby

Looking for a fun, fast, and inclusive way to get active this year? Glasgow's first Try Tag Rugby league is launching at Glasgow Green, and everyone's welcome to join in!

Dinghy Sailing Evening Lessons

Learn to sail or improve your skills on Bardowie Loch, near Milngavie, with evening classes available for both children and adults from Clyde Cruising Club!

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!

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!

Birds Before Breakfast

Get up with the larks and learn your Warblers from your Wagtails and your Geese from your Grouse at Mugdock Country Park's 'Birds Before Breakfast' event on Saturday 2nd May!

Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour

Join Walking Tours in Glasgow to explore the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy!

Dawn Chorus at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond

Spring is here and the songbirds of Loch Lomond are in full voice! Catch one of nature's most beautiful experiences, the dawn chorus, at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond on Saturday 2nd May!

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!

Evening Bird Song

As the day begins to fade, join Mudock Country Park's Ranger Alan and wander through the park identifying the birds that sing out clear in the stillness of the evening!

Colours Presents: Oliver Heldens - Outdoor Party

The world renowned DJ, Oliver Heldens is heading to The Yard at SWG3 Glasgow on Saturday 9th May for a massive outdoor show!

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!

Sauchiehall Street Music Day

Enjoy a day of music on Sauchiehall Street... celebrating Glasgow's diverse music scene and heritage, with a line-up of local grassroots bands, student performances and residents across two stages!

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!

Wild At Mugdock (Adults)

Adults can get out in the great outdoors and enjoy activities such as whittling, cyanotype printing and bushcraft at Mugdock Country Park's Wild At Mugdock sessions!

13th Circle Coven Gathering: May

13th Circle is a monthly coven gathering for witches and the witch curious organised by Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching, join them at Kelvingrove Park on Wednesday 13th May!

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!

West Highland Way Trail Run 14K / 8.5miles

Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a women-only guided trail run along a much loved stretch of the West Highland Way following Glen Falloch to the tip of Loch Lomond!

Wildlife Wanders at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond

The mix of habitats found at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond are what make it such an amazing place for wildlife, Join the team for a series of wildlife walks.

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!

Tramway Beyond Walls: Cirqulation Ensemble presents JOURNEY

JOURNEY by Cirqulation, Scotland’s travelling contemporary circus ensemble, is a stunning, emotionally resonant ride through stories of change, challenge, and connection!

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!

Glasgow 2026 Festival

From Saturday 23rd May to Sunday 9th August, the Glasgow 2026 Festival, inspired by The Games, will transform the city into a summer‑long cultural showcase!

Wildlife Weans

Calling all 1-7 year old children and their grown-ups... explore the natural world through a series of fun Ranger led activities at Mugdock Country Park!

On The Sea - Photography Excursion

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

The Vintage Vehicle Show

After the success of last year's event, Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust are returning to Shawlands on Sunday 31st May for another brilliant day of vintage vehicles and family-friendly fun!

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!

Bezstock Scotland

Bezstock heads to Scotland for the very first time, on Saturday 6th June, to take over SWG3 Yard for a daytime party in the sunshine full of dancing and old-school Manchester madness!

Sunny Govan Riverside World Wide Community Music Festival

Join Sunny Govan Radio on Saturday 6th June for the Riverside World Wide Community Music Festival in Govan... a day of live music, community spirit and celebration by the river!

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!

Carmunnock Gala Day

The annual Carmunnock Village Gala Day returns for 2026 on Saturday 13th June... come along and share in the fun with all the family!

A Celebration of Glasgow: History Heritage Traditional Skills

Delve into Glasgow's history and get some hands-on experience with slating and stone carving at Cottiers on Wednesday 17th June as part of WestFest!

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!

Visiting Vikings

Dumbarton Rock was besieged several times by the Vikings... and now the raiders, traders and invaders have returned to take over Dumbarton Castle!

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!

Apparat

Electronic pioneer Apparat brings his latest album to Glasgow this July for an evening of intricate melodies and atmospheric soundscapes at Queen's Park Arena!

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!

Tom Meighan

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan will return to Scotland with his band for their first outdoor show at Glasgow's Queens Park Arena on Saturday 4th July!

Glasgow Mela

The Glasgow Mela, Scotland's biggest multi-cultural festival of music, dance and arts returns to Kelvingrove Park on Sunday 5th July!

Laugh in the Park - Glasgow’s Southside Comedy Festival

Laugh in the Park, the Southside's annual outdoor comedy festival, returns for a mid-summer extravaganza, promising another evening of award-winning, side-splitting comedy!

Black Country, New Road

Celebrated six-piece Black Country, New Road bring their resurgent, orchestral sound to Queen's Park Arena this July for an unmissable evening of experimental indie under the summer sky!

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!

Merchant City Festival

Merchant City Festival is back for 2026, taking over the heart of the city this summer for two weekends as a flagship event of the Commonwealth Games Festival!

Wildflower Wander at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond

Join the team at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond for a guided walk which will show you how to identify some of the wildflowers on the reserve and hear about their historical uses!

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!

Sub Club Southside Weekender

The Sub Club Southside Weekender is set to return for its landmark 5th edition, taking place on Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August at Queens Park Arena, as part of the Bank Holiday weekend celebrations!

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!

MS Walk Glasgow

MS Walk Glasgow is back for 2026! Being held at Glasgow Green on Saturday 12th September, join in and walk, roll or stroll to help stop MS!

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!

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!

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!

Expect fresh produce, artisan goodies, street food, sweet treats and more — all from fantastic local and regional traders at the monthly I Love Clarkston Food Market!

The Neilston Show is an agricultural and livestock show held annually on the first Saturday in May, it's a great day out for all the family!

Join the Beltane Fire Festival on Calton Hill on Thursday 30th April, as fire, story, and ritual bring everyone together once more to mark the season of growth, connection, and renewal!

Featuring a fantastic selection of local businesses, Linlithgow Artisan Market, runs on the first Saturday of each month at The Vennel on Linlithgow High Street!

Race Across The World: The Experience is here... pass legendary landmarks and bonnie backstreets as you race through Edinburgh's streets and solve physical puzzles across 3 sensational checkpoints!

Come along to Markets Between Two Firths' monthly Cupar Market in Crossgate which features a variety of local independent producers and creatives!

Pick up some wonderful local produce in the heart of Dunfermline at the monthly Dunfermline City Artisan Market on St Catherine's Wynd!

Join an expert guide on a tour of the world's most famous golf course. Walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player's eye view of the fabled links.

On Saturday 25th April, Lanark town centre will step back in time as Lanark Medieval Celebration returns with a lively programme of demonstrations, performances and hands-on activities for all ages!

Stereofunk, the first festival of the summer returns for 2026 at its brand new home, Hamilton Park Racecourse!

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2026 season on Saturday 4th April and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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!

Kick off the Dundonald Highland Games with a welcoming family day at Dundonald Castle where you can explore the grounds, enjoy light activities and take in the views from Castle Hill!

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

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!

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!

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!

Immersion Theatre brings William Shakespeare's iconic, Romeo & Juliet to life in a fun, interactive spectacle at Culzean Castle and Country Park on Saturday 18th July!

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

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.

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

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!

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!

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 perfect treat for the whole family as Immersion Theatre bring their trademark energy to Culzean Country Park with a wildly entertaining musical adaptation of The Jungle Book!

Kilmacolm Farmers Market is held on the first Saturday each month in the Village Square, featuring a great selection of local Scottish produce!

Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Paisley Town Centre on the second and last Saturdays of each month!

Get ready to tickle your taste buds at one of the biggest outdoor food and drink festivals around when the Paisley Food and Drink Festival returns on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th April!

Mollan is a large, 3-acre garden in rural Stirlingshire set in softly rolling farmland, designed as a series of smaller interlocking gardens, each with a distinct character.

Rev up for a brilliant day out as the Stirling Classic Car Show returns to Bridge of Allan on Sunday 10th May, featuring over 800 stunning vehicles and stalls in aid of charity!

Sign up now for the annual Cancer Research UK Race for Life in Stirling, being held on Sunday 3rd May, and help raise valuable funds for life-saving research.