Talks And Lectures events in Glasgow
View all the upcoming Talks And Lectures events taking place throughout Glasgow below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date.
Events in Glasgow
Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
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Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society: Atkinson Grimshaw: Master of Moonlight
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society present a talk by Alexandra Epps, Accredited Art Society lecturer, on painter Atkinson Grimshaw.
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place in Glasgow.
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Glasgow Scribes Meetings
Glasgow Scribes meet during September to May to develop calligraphy skills, share ideas, promote the art of calligraphy and to meet fellow calligraphers!
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Geo Natter
Interested in rock or fossils and want to find out more about Scotland's geo-heritage? Come along to the Geo-natter group at Kelvin Hall every 2nd Wednesday afternoon!
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David Elder Lecture Series
The David Elder lecture series at Glasgow Science Centre presents a line-up of fascinating talks by expert astronomers, spaceflight pioneers, award-winning science writers and broadcasters.
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The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow Lecture Series
If you enjoy listening, discussing, and debating, and want to learn more about disciplines old and new, then join The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow at one of their regular lectures!
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Let’s Talk History at Provan Hall
Don't miss this series of history talks at Glasgow's oldest House, Provan Hall, with a great range of speakers from across Scotland!
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Billy Billingham MBE - Always A Little Further
Spend an extraordinary evening with Billy Billingham MBE, as he shares his incredible, inspirational story at the Old Fruitmarket on Thursday 30th November!
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Lee Craigie: Other Ways to Win
Reading extracts from her new book join Lee Craigie as she discusses identity, loss, success, freedom, and our connection to the natural world with the Royal Scottish Geographical Society.
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Christmas Curator Talk: Christmas Tea - Lapsang Souchong
Join Dr Yupin Chung, Curator of Chinese Art, for this Curator's Talk exploring the popularity of Lapsang Souchong tea and teaware from the province of Fujian in China.
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WeMeet Glasgow
Maybe you haven't heard of WeRoad yet, and that's ok... let them enlighten you! Be part of history in Glasgow's first-ever WeMeet event!
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Live Alone, Die at the Mercy of Others: A multidisciplinary conversation on the social experience of death
Join Bio-Lit Talks: Crossing Science with Humanities for an interdisciplinary discussion, investigating the ways in which our death - beyond our biology - is determined by our society.
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P1 With Matt And Tommy
The P1 Live Show returns! After a hugely successful first show back in April, P1 are taking to the road once again, don't miss Matt and Tommy live at The Glee Club Glasgow on December 5th!
READ MOREAnna Taylor: Scaling New Heights
Climber and adventurer Anna Taylor shares stories from her exploits around the world as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Art of Possible: Top Ten Causes of Failure for Tech Startups – And How to Avoid Them
Join Glasgow City of Science and Innovation and the CAN DO Innovation Event Programme for this exclusive webinar on the Top Ten Causes of Failure for Tech Startups... and how to avoid them!
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Science Lates
Remember when you could sneak into Glasgow Science Centre after hours where you'd be free to roam all the interactive exhibits, child-free, with a drink in hand? Well, now you can again!
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Auction House Scotland - Property Masterclass
Auction House Scotland are delighted to be hosting another Property Masterclass event on the evening of Monday 11th Decber at The Village Hotel.
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The Universe For Beginners
Glasgow Science Centre will guide you expertly through the night sky, learning the major constellations as you go, before journeying into space and exploring the vast cosmos!
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Mark Wedgwood: Cycling Every OS Map. In Numerical Order!
Join Mark Wedgwood as he shares his journey to the most extreme and hard-to-reach places as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters Talks
The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters hold a monthly programme of talks at Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre between September and June... all welcome!
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Celtic Connections
The January blues are set to be well and truly banished as Glasgow comes alive when Celtic Connections returns for 2024 between January 18th and February 4th!
READ MOREMandi Stark: Getting The Shot (Where, When, How)
Join wildlife documentary producer-director Mandi Stark as she takes us behind the scenes of filming natural history as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
READ MOREProfessor Charles Withers: Mungo Park and the Exploration of the Niger
Professor Charles Withers examines the achievements of Mungo Park and the many expeditions that followed him as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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The Makings Of A Murderer - CANCELLED
The Makings of a Murderer, a chilling, thrilling, night at the theatre not to be missed, returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Tuesday 6th February!
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Joe Bunyan: People: We All Have That Something Within
Join film director Joe Bunyan as he shares stories of the incredible people he has encountered through his work as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Mark Agnew: Exploring Motivations in the Northwest Passage
In July 2023, adventure sports journalist and author Mark Agnew set out with a small team aiming to be the first to kayak the entire Northwest Passage. Join him as he shares him journey!
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Glasgow Film Festival
Glasgow Film Festival will celebrate its 20th Anniversary in 2024 and will take place from 28th February - 10th March!
READ MORESue Stockdale: Unleashing Your Adventurous Spirit: A Modern Necessity
Sue Stockdale recounts her expeditions to the North Pole, Greenland, Antarctica, Kenya, Chile and Jordan, as she explains why having an adventurous spirit is essential in today's modern world!
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Kate Rawles The Life Cycle: Adventure in the Andes
Join Kate Rawles as she reflects on her most recent adventure cycling the length of South America as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Jaz Coleman - Unspeakable
Frontman Jaz Coleman comes to Glasgow with his spoken word tour, Unspeakable, an oral history of Killing Joke.
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Mark Evans: Heart of Arabia: In the Footsteps of Harry St John Philby
Mark Evans shares the story of recreating St John Philby's pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
READ MOREProfessor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees
Roger Crofts celebrates the role of trees in our lives and considers how to ensure that we have well-maintained woods as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Bear Grylls: Never Give Up! Live Tour
Bear Grylls will inspire and captivate audiences with his stories of adventure and survival when he brings his Never Give Up! Live Tour to Glasgow in April!
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An Evening with Elizabeth Gilbert
Enjoy an evening of BIG Magic with Elizabeth Gilbert, the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love, and be inspired to live the vibrant, fulfilling life you’ve dreamed of!
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CrimeCon Glasgow
Crime Con, the ultimate True Crime event, returns to the Hilton Glasgow on Saturday 27th April! Are You ready?
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Worldcon: Glasgow 2024
The Scottish Event Campus will host over 5,000 fans of science fiction books, films, TV shows, games and other media at Worldcon: Glasgow 2024 in August!
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Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night
Join Jon Ronson at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy!
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Hollie McNish
With fans ranging from Emma Watson, Pink and Benjamin Zephaniah, Ted Hughes Award winner Hollie McNish is a poet whose readings are not to be missed!
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The Night Sky Show
The Night Sky Show returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall to take you on an epic journey from our celestial back yard and across the cosmos!
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Talks And Lectures Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Meetings
The Busby and Clarkston Horticultural Society is a gardening club for all who enjoy growing and learning about plants, why not join them for their exciting range of talks by knowledgeable speakers!
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John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right
Music icon John Lydon, frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL), will take centre stage at Eastwood Park Theatre in June 2024!
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Heritage Talk: East Renfrewshire’s Place in Glasgow’s Calico Printing Industry
Join Tracy Harrison Butler as she examines Glasgow's calico printers from the 1750s until 1931 and discusses East Renfrewshire's domination in the calico printing industry throughout that time.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Vital Organs: A History of the World’s Most Famous Body Parts
Join the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh for this Christmas Charity Lecture exploring some famous historical body parts, through the eyes of author Suzie Edge!
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Hanna Tuulikki: Artist’s Talk
Artist Hanna Tuulikki gives this talk at City Art Centre on 3rd February to complement the exhibition ‘Deep Rooted’!
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Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Mad, Bad and Dangerous
Spend an evening in the company of the extraordinary Sir Ranulph Fiennes OBE as he goes beyond his record-breaking achievements to explore the man behind the myth.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Anna Taylor: Scaling New Heights
Climber and adventurer Anna Taylor shares stories from her exploits around the world and explores the mental challenges that come with these objectives.
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Arts Lecture - Upstairs and Downstairs with Christmas by Simon Williams
The Arts Society Fife's art lecture in December is Upstairs and Downstairs with Christmas by Simon Williams, where he will be talking about his experiences of his highly acclaimed acting career!
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Mandi Stark: Getting The Shot (Where, When, How)
Join wildlife documentary producer-director Mandi Stark as she takes us behind the scenes of filming natural history across the globe!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Heritage Socials
Join North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre for their Heritage Socials, short informal talks, tours and film screenings, with a chance to reminisce, socialise and find out more about the local heritage.
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AI for your Tourism Business - Networking Event
Learn what ChatGPT is and how you can use it in your Tourism business to become more efficient and productive. Plus, network and grow your business connections.
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An Evening with Shaun Ryder
He's the wild man of rock who became a national treasure, Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder will bring his new, spoken word tour to Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 27th October 2024!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
An Evening with Rangers Legends in Conversation
Amassing more than 500 appearances in the royal blue between them, three Rangers legends are coming to Beacon Arts Centre to talk about their action-packed football careers!
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PNHS Talk - Jenny’s Well Nature Reserve
Find out about local wildlife and opportunities for volunteering in nature at this talk from Paisley Natural History Society at The Wynd Centre on December 7th.
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Shaun Ryder: Happy Mondays, and Fridays, and Saturdays, and Sundays
He's the wild man of rock who became a national treasure, Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder will bring his new, spoken word tour to Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 25th October!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Talks at The Smith: Highlights: The Smith’s Collection at 150
In this special talk to celebrate The Smith’s 150th birthday in 2024, we have a delightful two-hander, sharing the views of the professionals.
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Cameron McNeish: An Eye to the Hills
Join author and TV presenter Cameron McNeish as he raises awareness of unresolved conservation issues and rejoices in the opportunities now available for young people!
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Talks at The Smith: Great Scottish Artists: Bet Low
Learn more about Bet Low’s art and life, in her centenary year, with Hildegarde Berwick, the former Fine and Applied Art Officer at Perth Museum and Art Gallery.
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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Professor Charles Withers: Mungo Park and the Exploration of the Niger
Professor Charles Withers examines the achievements of Mungo Park and the many expeditions that followed him as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Sue Stockdale: Unleashing Your Adventurous Spirit: A Modern Necessity
Sue Stockdale recounts her expeditions to the North Pole, Greenland, Antarctica, Kenya, Chile and Jordan, as she explains why having an adventurous spirit is essential in today's modern world!
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Professor Roger Crofts: The Future of Trees
Roger Crofts celebrates the role of trees in our lives and considers how to ensure that we have well-maintained woods as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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