Barras Art And Design Centre
Barras Art and Design (BAaD) is a venue, a studio, a retail space and a creative hub - bringing an eclectic mix of creative talents under one roof!
About Barras Art And Design Centre
| 54 Calton Entry, Glasgow East End G40 2SB | |
| 01415481338 | |
| Barras Art And Design Centre Website | |
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It is a unique building in Glasgow with a spectacular covered courtyard with glazed roof supported on pink steel arches that fits a variety of requirements.
As an events venue it has a range of functions from drama classes and plays, bands, club, football and games nights, exhibitions, fashion and gallery shows as well as banquets and guest talks.
Barras Art and Design is located at Calton Entry just behind the famous Glasgow Barrowlands and it's only a 5 minutes walk from Argyle St in the city centre of Glasgow. The venue has its own events listing, but is also available for private hire.
The Courtyard
The courtyard is the focal point at Barras Art and Design this space is light and welcoming. The large open space lends itself well to showcase a wide variety of internal and external events. Reinforcing Glasgow's position as one of Europe's most exciting cities, A’Challtainn brings something truly unique and special to the table; a thoroughly contemporary venue dedicated to Glasgow's rich culinary landscape, with roots embedded in the city's rich history.
The BAaD courtyard will be a busy addition to Glasgow event calendar featuring amongst others vintage markets, art exhibitions, pop up shops, large scale events, street food markets, music gigs, theatre productions and craft fairs.
The Outdoor Yard
The Outdoor Yard at BAaD2 has a number of containers and space which are perfect for outdoor and semi outdoor events. Whatever the Glasgow weather the yard is perfect for eating, drinking and shopping. A creative space for creative ideas this space can be hired as part of the main space at BAaD or independently. Get in touch to discuss your event.
Markets & Shops
The space at BAaD is complimented by a variety of independent shops and co-working spaces. This small community includes a record label and shop, upholsterer, publishers, dressmaker and craft workshop. The shops are an integral part of the Courtyard space and the public are encouraged to take time to explore the spaces. Some shops join BAaD on a pop up basis whereas some are becoming more permanent features, creating an every changing hive of activity and creativity. If you wish to apply for a shop space get in touch to discuss.
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Upcoming Events at Barras Art And Design Centre
The Glasgow Vegan Markets
Generation Veg are delighted to host Scotland's ONLY monthly vegan market, The Glasgow Vegan Markets, at Barras Art and Design Centre!
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McCabe & McLean Beer Garden Comedy
Join Susie McCabe & Des McLean as their Beer Garden Tour stops off at the The Calton Taproom for a cracking night of comedy!
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Oktoberfest at The Calton Taproom
Dawn your lederhosens, grab a salt-strewn pretzel and a foaming beer and settle in for a German extravaganza at The Calton Taproom at BAaD!
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Sunday Markets at BAaD
Held weekly, the Sunday Markets at BAaD showcase eclectic, handmade & one-off pieces from an amazing variety of traders from all over Scotland!
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Bob Marley’s Friday Dancehall
Join Lets Go Events for an incredible live tribute to Bob Marley performed live by the brilliant Buffalo Soldiers at BAaD!
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Body&SOUL: Danny Krivit, Joe Claussell & Francois K
Body&SOUL's Danny Krivit, Joaquin 'Joe' Claussell and François K will perform an 8 hour set in amongst the tropical surrounding of the BAaD courtyard on November 7th!
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The Fleetwood Mac Disco
All the Fleetwood Mac classics will be played to perfection in one incredible evening in the Barras on Friday 20th November!
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Annie Lennox and The Eurythmics Tribute
Join Lets Go Events for an incredible tribute night to Scottish icon Annie Lennox & The Eurythmics at BAaD on Friday 27th November!
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Madness Tribute live at BAaD
Listen up Buster, Get Ready for the UK's Number 1 Tribute to The Nutty Boys, live at BAaD on December 17th!
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ABBA Tribute Christmas Disco
Join us for a night of ABBA classics & disco in Glasgow's most stunning venue - BAaD!
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K-Klass Live
K-Klass are responsible for some of the biggest dance tracks ever made such as Rhythm is a Mystery, Let Me Show You & more! Catch them live at BAad Glasgow on December 20th!
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Prince’s Purple Disco
Get ready for Prince's Purple Disco featuring Endorphinmachine, the ultimate LIVE experience of Prince's music, at BAad Glasgow on Friday 19th March!
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Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club
Don't miss a truly special 'Funk and Soul Club' Party full of funk, soul & disco hosted by DJ, Actor & BBC Radio 6 presenter Craig Charles at BAad on Sunday 2nd May!
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Stone Foundation
British Modern Soul Group Stone Foundation have collaborated with Paul Weller, Nolan Porter, Graham Parker, Carleen Anderson, Kathryn Williams and more, catch them at BAaD in June 2021!
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Martha Reeves & The Vandellas
Martha Reeves & The Vandellas return to Glasgow for their annual concert of all the hits in the fitting musical East End Quarter in BAaD!
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With it's iconic archways The Barras Market it is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend!
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Joytown Grand Electric Theatre is a multi-arts event space in Glasgow's prominent chinatown. Most recently a disused snooker hall that lay empty for years...
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The Merchants House of Glasgow is situated at the corner of George Square and West George Street and is home to one of the most ancient and prestigious organisations in the City of Glasgow.
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