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Blackfriars

Blackfriars Glasgow is a wide appealing, gastro-pub and live music venue in the heart of Glasgow's Merchant City!

Blackfriars

About Blackfriars

36 Bell Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1LG
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We serve what we love – quality beers from around the world and high-calibre home-cooking. We also have a passion for live music and regularly play host to some of the most talented bands in Scotland (and occasionally from farther afield).

But most importantly, we believe in a high standard of customer service – a welcoming atmosphere, attentiveness and of course, getting your pint in a timely manner (we know you’re thirsty)!

Upcoming Events at Blackfriars

The Comedy Cabaret

Selected dates between 18th January 2025 - 22nd March 2025

Three or more Top UK Comedians perform in The Comedy Cabaret's back-to-back variety show at Blackfriars Of Bell St on Saturdays!

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Just One More Laugh

Selected dates between 22nd January 2025

Join Darren Connell, star of Scot squad and a veteran on the Scottish comedy circuit, as he hosts the most exciting lineup of new and professional talent each week at Blackfriars!

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Merchant City Soundtrack

29th January 2025

Join Merchant City Soundtrack for their live music open mic session at Blackfriars hosted by Kirk Strachan and David Milne along with special guests!

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Tam Cowan’s Aff The Baw: Derek McInnes

30th January 2025

After two sold out shows Tam Cowan is back with another instalment of his incredible 'Aff The Baw' nights in Blackfriars on Thursday 30th January with Kilmarnock FC boss Derek McInnes!

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Merchant City Comedy featuring Des Clarke

2nd February 2025

Enjoy live stand up comedy with Scotland's best professional comedians and up and coming acts at Merchant City Comedy, on Sunday 2nd February the headliner will be Des Clarke!

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Tam Cowan’s Aff The Baw: Dougie Donnelly

27th February 2025

Tam Cowan is back with another instalment of his incredible 'Aff The Baw' nights in Blackfriars on Thursday 27th February with legendary Scottish broadcaster Dougie Donnelly!

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Merchant City Comedy featuring Scott Agnew

2nd March 2025

Enjoy live stand up comedy with Scotland's best professional comedians and up and coming acts at Merchant City Comedy, on Sunday 2nd March the headliner will be Scott Agnew!

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Englishman, Irishman, Scotsman - Rick Molland, Danny O’Brien, and Billy Kirkwood

14th March 2025

A triple-headline show from an Englishman, Irishman, and a Scotsman... Rick Molland, Danny O'Brien, and Billy Kirkwood take to the stage bringing non-stop laughs, high-energy and hilarious banter!

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Stuart Mitchell: Testing Testing

Selected dates between 16th March 2025 - 30th March 2025

Join Stuart Mitchell, the longest running panellist from BBC Scotland's Breaking The News, as he runs through brand new material at Blackfriars as part of Glasgow International Comedy Festival!

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Peter Wood In Da Glasgow

22nd March 2025

After last year's sell out show, Peter Wood returns to Glasgow International Comedy Festival with another hour of hilarity!

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Looking For Laughs - A Real Blind Date With A Kiss Of Comedy

Selected dates between 22nd March 2025 - 15th November 2025

If you like dating shows like Love is Blind or Married at First Sight, you're going to love Looking For Laughs, a hilarious mash-up of your favorite dating show and Whose Line Is It Anyway?

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Stuart Laws: Has To Be Joking?

15th April 2025

Stuart Laws is back, fresh from a critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Don't miss this chance to see a comedian at the top of his game!

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Lauren Pattison: Big Girl Pants

24th May 2025

Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Lauren Pattison is back with a brand-new show, catch her live at Blackfriars on Saturday 24th May with Big Girl Pants!

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Mark McCarney: No Better Man

16th October 2025

Hailing from the rural heart of Northern Ireland, Mark McCarney brings his unmistakable wit, charm, and a dash of countryside chaos to Blackfriars on Thursday 16th October!

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Paddy Raff: Here’s One For Ya!

14th November 2025

Following the success of his last show, Paddy Raff is hitting the road again in 2025! Don't miss 'Here's One For Ya!' at Blackfriars on Friday 14th November!

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