Glasgow Green

Glasgow Green is a popular destination and a great place to spend a day outdoors, it is easily accessible from the city centre and offers something for everyone!

About Glasgow Green

	Greendyke Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 5DB
	Glasgow Green Website

Listed Under Attractions - Gardens and Parks / Attractions - Days Out

Glasgow Green is by far the oldest of the city's parks established in the 15th century. It is situated within walking distance of the city centre east of the Saltmarket.

It's home to a variety of attractions, including:

• The People's Palace, a museum dedicated to the history of Glasgow's working class
• The Nelson Monument, a 130-foot (40-meter) column dedicated to Admiral Lord Nelson
• The McLennan Arch, a 19th-century archway that is a popular spot for photo ops
• The Templeton Carpet Factory, a former carpet factory that is now a popular event space
• The St. Andrew's Suspension Bridge, a suspension bridge that connects Glasgow Green to the south side of the River Clyde

Glasgow Green is also a popular spot for walking, fishing, and cycling.

In addition to its historical and recreational attractions, Glasgow Green is also home to a number of events throughout the year including TRNSMT Festival and the World Pipe Band Championships.

Glasgow Green is a popular tourist destination and a great place to spend a day outdoors. It is easily accessible from the city center and offers something for everyone.

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Upcoming Events at Glasgow Green

Sport

The Glasgow Chickens Touch Rugby

Selected dates between 4th May 2025 - 29th November 2026

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

Come and join The Glasgow Chickens for a game of Touch Rugby every Sunday on Glasgow Green... it's fun, fast and fortunately not prone to many injuries!

Pantomime

Cinder’s Fella

5th December 2025 - 4th January 2026

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

Get ready for 45 minutes of pure festive fun as Folksy Theatre Company bring their brand-new mini panto to Glasgow’s Winter Wonderland on Glasgow Green!

Active

Up and Running Events: Glasgow Green 5k / 10k / Half Marathon

4th January 2026

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

Up and Running Events is hosting a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon running event in Glasgow Green on Sunday 4th January!

Charity and Fundraiser

Glasgow Race for Life

17th May 2026

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

Sign up now for the 2026 Cancer Research UK Race for Life Glasgow 3K, 5K or 10K on Sunday 17th May, and help the fight to beat cancer!

Music

TRNSMT Festival

19th June 2026 - 21st June 2026

Glasgow Green, Glasgow City Centre

TRNSMT will return to Glasgow Green for its ninth year between the 19th and 21st June 2026, bringing its massive energy to the city once again!

Gardens and Parks

Glasgow Countryside Rangers

, Various Locations Glasgow

The Glasgow Countryside Ranger Service offer an annual program of guided walks and activities that are free of charge at parks across the city!

Gardens and Parks

Linn Park

Linn Park , Glasgow South Side G44 5TA

Linn Park is the second largest park in the city and with its variety of activities combined with its extensive grounds you can be assured of an enjoyable visit no matter the time of the year!

Gardens and Parks

Kelvingrove Park

Kelvingrove Park Park Terrace, Glasgow West End G3 6BY

Kelvingrove Park is a public park located on the River Kelvin in the West End of Glasgow.

Gardens and Parks

Pollok Country Park

2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G43 1AT

Pollok Country Park is Glasgow's largest park and the only Country Park within Glasgow. Its extensive woodlands and gardens provide a quiet sanctuary for both visitors and wildlife.

Gardens and Parks

Springburn Park

Springburn Park Broomfield Road, Glasgow North G21 3UQ

Springburn Park is a large public park in the north of Glasgow and is one of the city's highest, offering panoramic views over Glasgow and north to the highlands!

Gardens and Parks

The Childrens Wood

North Kelvin Meadow Clouston Street or Kelbourne Street, Glasgow West End G20 8PR

The Children's Wood on North Kelvin Meadow, and the Meadow itself, make up the last wild space in the west-end of Glasgow!

Gardens and Parks

Cathkin Braes Country Park

Cathkin Braes Country Park Cathkin Road, Glasgow South Side G45 9QL

Cathkin Braes Country Park covers a large area in the south east of Glasgow and is renowned for panoramic views over the city and beyond!

Gardens and Parks

Mugdock Country Park

Mugdock Country Park Craigallian Road, Milngavie G62 8EL

With 270 hectares of woodland, moorland and heathland, connected by a network of paths, there's plenty to explore at Mugdock Country Park!

Gardens and Parks

Levengrove Park

Levengrove Park , Dumbarton G82 4AZ

Levengrove Park, in Dumbarton, is located on a dramatic stretch of land where the River Leven meets the estuary of the River Clyde.

Gardens and Parks

Drumchapel Park

Drumchapel Park Hecla Avenue, Glasgow West End G15 8LY

Drumchapel Park is centrally located immediately to the north of Drumchapel Shopping Centre, contains amenity grassland, a play area, tennis courts and bowling greens.

Gardens and Parks

Horatios Garden Scotland

The Scottish National Spinal Unit Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow South Side G51 4TF

Horatio's Garden opened in August 2016 at the Scottish National Spinal Injuries Unit at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow. This is the spinal unit for the whole of Scotland.

Gardens and Parks