Talks And Lectures events in Glasgow
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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 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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Burrell Bites
Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from the Burrell Collection each week, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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Glasgow Toastmasters Meetings
If you want to enhance your public speaking skills or learn from seasoned speakers, join Glasgow Toastmasters at their next meeting!
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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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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!
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Geo-Natter
Interested in rock or fossils and want to find out more about Scotland's geo-heritage? Head along to Geo Natter at Kelvin Hall in Glasgow to celebrate all things geological and palaeontological!
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Meditation Explained: Sunday Talk & Guided Meditation
Enjoy a short talk to explain how a more peaceful thought process creates many benefits in practical everyday life, followed by a guided meditation session at InnerSpace Meditation!
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Themed Tours at The Burrell Collection
Join the Burrell Collection's expert Volunteer Guides as they take you on a journey through the collection with free themed weekly tours.
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Glasgow Zine Fest
Join Glasgow Zine fest at their new festival home, Tramway and The Hidden Gardens, for a weekend celebrating zines, climate justice, activism, land resistance, and radical creativity!
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Public Talk: A Talk about the Rossetti’s Willowwood and the Mackintoshes with Dr Robyne Calvert of University of Glasgow
In this public talk Dr Robyne Calvert will discuss the inspiration behind the Salon de Luxe interiors at Mackintosh at the Willow.
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Hidden Histories Tours
Curators at The Burrell Collection hold monthly Hidden Histories Tours exploring different aspects of the museum's magnificent collection!
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The History & Endurance of Witchcraft with Dr Julia Phillips
Join Dr Phillips in this enchanting talk at The Glee Club Glasgow to examine beliefs about witchcraft from the witch trials of medieval Europe to its modern expression in the 21st century!
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Dali Day at Kelvingrove Museum
Discover more about celebrated artist Salvador Dali at Kelvingrove! There will be short curatorial talks, family activities and a chance to share your thoughts on our Dali painting.
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Specialist Tour: Treasures from the Geology Collection at GMRC
Explore fossil plants and trees from Glasgow's primeval equatorial rainforest and marvel at an amazing collection of glow-in-the-dark rocks and minerals.
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The Science of Star Trek with Dr. Erin Macdonald
In this special David Elder Lecture, Glasgow Science Centre are delighted to welcome astrophysicist and science advisor to the Star Trek franchise, Dr Erin Macdonald!
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Public Diners: Learning From Milk Bars In Poland
Join Nourish Scotland for a free lunch and chat about an international example of public diners - Poland's bary mleczne - and how this model might work in Scotland!
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From ‘Film Bang’ To Filming Boom
A panel of long-established Scottish film and TV professionals will discuss their career trajectories and take questions from the audience at this special event at Kelvin Hall.
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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!
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The Long Shadow of Scottish Gothic: Liam McIlvanney
Award-winning crime author Liam McIlvanney in conversation with Scottish literature expert Dr Valentina Bold in a unique discussion of Scottish Gothic inspired by Liam's new psychological thriller.
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Sequential Scotland
Sequential Scotland is a brand new comic convention coming to Glasgow in August which will spotlight the amazing comic creators and micro-publishers from across Scotland and the UK!
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Snake Summer: Sensational Stories and Firm Facts!
This summer, join College of Arts & Humanities at the Hunterian Zoology Museum to explore the snakes of fact and fiction with a programme of after-hours events designed to celebrate the serpentine!
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Snake Summer: Cryptids and Lost Worlds!
This summer, join College of Arts & Humanities at the Hunterian Zoology Museum to explore the snakes of fact and fiction with a programme of after-hours events designed to celebrate the serpentine!
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International Bat Night
Join the countryside ranger for a twilight walk to track down the bats around Dams To Darnley Country Park, and find out all about these nocturnal creatures!
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RAWS Conference
Join Remembering The Accused Witches Of Scotland for their charity conference were we remember 'The Forgotton Voices Of The Accused'.
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Bret Hart - The Best There Ever Was
Inside The Ropes are delighted to announce a UK tour with none other than Bret Hart which will see the iconic wrestler head to SWG3 Glasgow to bare all on his iconic wrestling career.
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Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival
Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is an annual event celebrating the city's architecture, culture, and heritage through a free programme of open buildings and events taking place in September!
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Yusuf / Cat Stevens: Cat On The Road To Findout - An Evening of Tales, Tunes and Other Mysteries
Join Yusuf / Cat Stevens for Cat On The Road To Findout - An Evening Of Tales, Tunes And Other Mysteries, an intimate night where stories, songs, and secrets intertwine, at Glasgow Concert Hall!
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A History of Modern Britain in Twenty Murders with Professor David Wilson
Join criminologist Professor David Wilson at City of Glasgow College as he explores twenty gripping murder cases that reveal the dark truths behind Britain's modern history.
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An Evening with Racing Icons Mika Häkkinen & David Coulthard
Fierce rivals, close friends, and racing icons - don't miss this unique chance to see Mika Häkkinen & David Coulthard as you've never seen them before!
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Lulu - If Only You Knew
To celebrate the launch of If Only You Knew, her official autobiography, Lulu is inviting her fans to join her for an intimate conversation with songs and stories at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
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An Evening With Dr Louise Newson
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of learning and laughter as Dr Louise Newson, the leading medical doctor on menopause and hormones, comes to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow.
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Explorers: The Age of Discovery with James May
From Ice Age migrations to space travel, the stories of famous, infamous and unknown explorers will come to life, presented by British television presenter and award-winning journalist James May!
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An Audience with Airline’s Jane Boulton
An intimate evening filled with honest conversations, hilarious anecdotes, and plenty of surprises when Airline's Jane Boulton comes to Slay Glasgow on Sunday 12th October!
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International crime expert David Swindle brings his gripping live show Murder: A Search for the Truth to Glasgow on Sunday 12th October!
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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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DOMINATION: The Fall and Rise of an Empire with Alice Roberts
Join Professor Alice Roberts as she takes us on an investigative journey to establish who spread Christianity, how and why; the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another!
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The Rest Is Politics
Alistair Campbell and Rory Stewart will bring their leading political podcast - The Rest Is Politics - back to the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 15th November!
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Jon Ronson: 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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Bez In Conversation
Join 'Madchester' legend Bez as he discusses his unbelievable scrapes with mortality, periods of financial ruin, and narcotic-strewn hi-jinks at this in conversation event at Oran Mor Glasgow!
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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 2026 between Thursday 15th January and Sunday 1st February!
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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:
Where Were You When…
For the first time, journalist Bill McFarlan lifts the lid on the story behind the stories and the laughs and tears behind the headlines when he comes to Eastwood Park Theatre!
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An Evening with Mhairi Black
Come and listen to Mhairi Black in conversation with Graham Spiers at Eastwood Park Theatre and hear her take on the highs and lows of political life.
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An Evening with Tam Cowan
Come and enjoy Tam Cowan's cutting wit at Eastwood Park Theatre where he'll be in conversation with Graham Spiers who, as host on the night, will get to say next to nothing.
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:
Brian Cox - It’s All About Me!
In his first ever one man show, It’s All About Me!, Brian Cox takes us from the backstreets of Dundee to starring in Hollywood blockbusters, a journey full of laughter and pathos!
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Hold Fast, An Evening with Catherine Simpson
Join Catherine Simpson on Thursday 18th September at Waterstones Edinburgh West End as she shares her unforgettable story, Hold Fast!
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Scottish Memories Live - with Ross King and Jay Crawford
Popular podcast Scottish Memories is back at the Scottish Storytelling Centre with its second live event on 12th July, featuring two Scottish broadcasting legends in Ross King and Jay Crawford!
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:
An Evening with Paul Gascoigne
Join football icon Paul Gascoigne as he chats about his amazing career in football at the Alhambra Theatre Dunfermline on 4th October!
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Celtic Legends - John Hartson & Chris Sutton
Join Celtic Legends John Hartson and Chris Sutton at the Adam Smith Theatre on Friday 16th January as they share their stories from their time at the club!
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Killer Couples
Emma Kenny's Killer Couples promises an evening filled with intrigue, psychological depth, and discussions that will linger long after the show ends!
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:
Antiques and a Little Bit of Nonsense - CANCELLED
Three of the country's favourite television personalities from the world of antiques entertain you with tales from the saleroom, television and beyond.
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An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson
Royle Family and Brookside star Ricky Tomlinson is coming to Condorrat Social Club for a fantastic event... An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson hosted by Asa Murphy!
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An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson
Royle Family and Brookside star Ricky Tomlinson is coming to Airdrie Working Mens Social Club for a fantastic event... An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson hosted by Asa Murphy!
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:
The Terrace Tavern: A Forgotten Pub Remembered - Sma’ Shot Day Film Screening & Tours
Step into the hidden history of Paisley this Sma' Shot Day with a powerful new short film and guided walking tours from Paisley Tours!
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Rangers Legends Live!
An Evening with Rangers legends comes to the Beacon Arts centre in Greenock Starring: Mark Hateley, Ian Durrant, John Brown and Graham Roberts.
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Paisley & District U3A Talks: Florence Nightingale’s Legacy In Healthcare
History lovers will be fascinated by Florence Nightingale's legacy in healthcare at a free u3a talk on Thursday 3rd July from guest speaker Barbara Graham.
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:
Murder: A Search for the Truth with David Swindle & Heather Suttie
International crime expert David Swindle brings his gripping live show Murder: A Search for the Truth to The Albert Halls, Stirling on Wednesday 29th October!
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The River that defined Scotland: The Forth and its Tributaries
Dr Murray Cook, Stirling Council's celebrated Archaeologist, gives this talk on the historic importance of the area defined by the three rivers that give our festival its name.
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Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much
In this fascinating "Evening With", Stewart Copeland will talk about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer, and writer!
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A Blether O Books: Scotland Through Literature
Join the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum this November as they welcome a selection of authors in this celebration of Scottish literature!
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