Glasgow Cathedral

Built in the 1100s, Glasgow Cathedral is an awe-inspiring medieval building dedicated to St Kentigern, also known as St Mungo the Patron Saint of Glasgow.

About Glasgow Cathedral

	Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street, Glasgow City Centre G4 0QZ
	01415528198
	Glasgow Cathedral Website
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Glasgow Cathedral is a medieval cathedral which has an active Christian congregation in the Church of Scotland.

As an active Christian congregation of the Church of Scotland, within the Presbytery of Glasgow, the Cathedral always has a number of events running. We aim to publicise these and encourage your attendance and participation wherever possible.

With a wealth of musical and vocal talent and ability, we are blessed with many fine recitals during the year. There are also Summer Music Recitals and a Winter Lecture Series. Details of these will be given as far in advance as possible.

The wonderful architecture of the Cathedral speaks for itself and is to be enjoyed by anyone who visits it.

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Upcoming Events at Glasgow Cathedral

Music

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

24th January 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at Glasgow Cathedral!

Music

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

24th January 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations... discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Glasgow Cathedral!

Music

Valentine’s Vivaldi By Candlelight

14th February 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

This Valentine's Day, let Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Handel, and Mozart sweep you off your feet in one of Glasgow's most stunning venues... Glasgow Cathedral!

Music

Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight

5th June 2026

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Get ready to hear Radiohead as you've never heard them before! Join London Concertante for Radiohead Reimagined by Candlelight at Glasgow Cathedral on Friday 5th June!

Glasgow Cathedral Festival

Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street, Glasgow City Centre G4 0QZ

Glasgow Cathedral Festival brings music, art and education to the dramatic setting of Glasgow's medieval cathedral!

History and Culture

Clyde Waterfront Walks

Clyde Waterfront Walks , Various Locations Glasgow

Clyde Docks Preservation Initiative operate a series of guided walking tours of Glasgow's waterfront, exploring the maritime history of the river and its modern regeneration.

History and Culture

Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery

University Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 0RG

The Hunterian is Scotland's oldest public museum and home to over a million magnificent items ranging from meteorites to mummies and Mackintosh!

History and Culture

Holmwood House

61-63 Netherlee Road, Glasgow South Side G44 3YU

Lying just a few miles from the centre of Glasgow, Holmwood House has been described as Alexander 'Greek' Thomson's finest domestic design!

History and Culture

Glasgow Necropolis

70 Cathedral Square, Glasgow City Centre G4 0UZ

The Glasgow Necropolis is a Victorian cemetery located on a low but very prominent hill to the east of Glasgow Cathedral.

History and Culture

St Andrews Cathedral Glasgow

St Andrews Cathedral Clyde Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 4JY

St Andrew's is the Cathedral Church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Glasgow. Built in 1816, it's seen in a new light since its restoration, completed in April 2011.

History and Culture

The Burrell Collection

2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G43 1AT

Housed in its purpose-built home surrounded by beautiful parkland, The Burrell Collections is ranked amongst the most significant civic museum collections in the UK!

History and Culture

Mackintosh Queens Cross

Queens Cross Garscube Road, Glasgow West End G20 7EL

Mackintosh Queen's Cross is one of Glasgow's hidden architectural gems. The only church in the world designed by the great Scottish architect, designer and artist, Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

History and Culture

Willow Tea Rooms

97 Buchanan Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 3HF

A visit to The Willow Tea Rooms is a must for anyone interested in enjoying tasty traditional food and drinks in an atmospheric setting!

History and Culture

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre

200 Woodhead Road, Glasgow South Side G53 7NN

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC) is a purpose-built store for Glasgow Museums' collections when they're not on display in the venues.

History and Culture

Glasgow City Chambers

Glasgow City Chambers George Square, Glasgow City Centre G2 1DU

Glasgow City Chambers are one of the most beautiful civic buildings in the UK and a huge favourite amongst locals and tourists alike!

History and Culture

Auld Kirk Museum

Auld Kirk Museum Cowgate, Kirkintilloch G66 1HN

Auld Kirk Musuem houses a rich collection of objects of local, national and international significance, interpreted in an innovative, exciting and educational way for visitors of all ages!

History and Culture