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The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

The Barrowlands is a true Glasgow institution and a must-visit destination for music lovers. Its history and atmosphere make it one of the most unique and memorable music venues in the world!

The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

About The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

244 Gallowgate, Glasgow City Centre G4 0TT
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The Barrowlands is a historic music venue located in the east end of Glasgow, Scotland. Originally built in 1934 as a ballroom, it has since become an iconic concert venue known for its unique atmosphere and impressive acoustics. The building's Art Deco design, with its distinctive curved facade and neon lighting, adds to its allure and gives it a sense of grandeur.

Over the years, the Barrowlands has hosted some of the biggest names in music, including R.E.M., Oasis, The Cure, The Smiths, AFI, Green Day, U2, Blur, Bob Dylan, Björk, David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Stiff Little Fingers, Metallica, Blondie, INXS, Bloc Party, Justin Timberlake, Garbage, Sheryl Crow, Britney Spears, The Smiths, Marilyn Manson, Nine Inch Nails, and Elvis Costello, and, more recently, The Thrash band Megadeth in 2007, popular UK indie bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Babyshambles, The Zutons and Spark of Genius.

The Barrowlands has also proven to be a popular venue with successful homegrown talent, including Travis, Mogwai, Biffy Clyro, Franz Ferdinand, Orange Juice, Aztec Camera, Horse McDonald, Lloyd Cole and the Commotions, Love And Money, Deacon Blue, Del Amitri, Teenage Fanclub, Simple Minds, Big Country, The View, Idlewild and The Jesus and Mary Chain.

Its reputation as a top music venue has made it a popular destination for both local music fans and international artists.

In addition to its music events, the Barrowlands also hosts a range of other activities, including charity fundraisers, wrestling matches, and dance events. It has become an important part of Glasgow's cultural scene, attracting visitors from all over Scotland and beyond.

Upcoming Events at The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

GUN

9th December 2023

After their phenomenal sold out show, GUN will return to their hometown once again with another end of year Barrowlands extravaganza!

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The Darkness

11th December 2023

The Darkness will bring their 'Permission to Land' 20th Anniversary Tour to The Barrowlands on Monday 11th December!

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The Saw Doctors

14th December 2023

The Saw Doctors have announced a handful of special headline shows which will see them return to The Barrowlands on Thursday 14th December!

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The Mary Wallopers

16th December 2023

Irish folk band The Mary Wallopers have announced a massive headline show at The Barrowlands on Saturday 16th December as part of their upcoming UK tour!

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Callum Beattie

19th December 2023 - 21st December 2023

Edinburgh-born singer-songwriter Callum Beattie has announced a string of dates for December including three nights at The Barrowlands on December 19th, 20th and 21st!

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Ashley McBryde

24th January 2024 - 25th January 2024

Country's award-winning singer-songwriter Ashley McBryde is returning to the UK for a major tour! Don't miss her live when she headlines The Barrowlands for two nights in January!

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Talisk and Siobhan Miller

26th January 2024

Ground-breaking, chart-topping, genre-bending, instantly enthralling... don't miss Talisk live at The Barrowlands as part of Celtic Connections 2024!

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RURA and The Olllam

27th January 2024

Celtic Connections presents a unique opportunity to see, in a single show, two award-winning, progressive bands – one Scottish and one Irish – that are at the very forefront of 21st century folk!

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Lankum

3rd February 2024

Lankum will be returning to Glasgow to play the legendary Barrowlands on Saturday 3rd February as part of Celtic Connections 2024!

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Oliver Anthony

7th February 2024

The 'Rich Men North of Richmond' songwriter Oliver Anthony has announced he'll bring his Out of the Woods tour to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 7th February!

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The Menzingers

9th February 2024

American pop-punk rock pioneers The Menzingers roll into Glasgow on Friday 9th February to take over the Barrowland Ballroom!

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Hamish Hawk

10th February 2024

Edinburgh based songwriter Hamish Hawk brings his band back to Glasgow to headline The Barrowlands on Saturday 10th February!

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Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes

11th February 2024

Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes will return to The Barrowlands on Sunday 11th February as part of their Dark Rainbow tour!

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Bombay Bicycle Club

12th February 2024 - 13th February 2024

Bombay Bicycle Club are excited to announce a new headline tour across the UK and Ireland in support their new album 'My Big Day' including two nights at The Barrowlands on 12th & 13th February!

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Poppy

15th February 2024

Post-genre art and music visionary Poppy has announced she'll bring her headline UK tour to The Barrowlands on Thursday 15th February!

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Tyler Childers

17th February 2024

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Tyler Childers and his longtime band, The Food Stamps, will embark on their global Mule Pull 24 Tour, which includes a night at The Barrowlands!

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Mother Mother

20th February 2024

Platinum-selling indie rock quintet Mother Mother will bring their UK tour to The Barrowlands on Tuesday 20th February!

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The Vaccines

22nd February 2024

The Vaccines have announced a UK tour for 2024 in support of their brand new album, Pick-up full of pink carnations, catch them live at The Barrowlands on February 22nd!

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Slowdive

23rd February 2024

After a sell out gig at the QMU, Slowdive will return to Scotland in 2024! They'll headline Glasgow's Barrowland Ballroom on Friday 23rd February!

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Alison Goldfrapp

24th February 2024

Alison Goldfrapp is back to share her first solo album, 'The Love Invention', don't miss her live at The Barrowlands on Saturday 24th February!

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Elvana: Elvis Fronted Nirvana

9th March 2024

Rock & Roll meets Grunge as Elvis fronts Nirvana and gives the band the front man it's been missing since '94... catch Elvana: Elvis Fronted Nirvana when they return to The Barrowlands on March 9th!

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Happy Mondays

Selected dates between 14th March 2024 - 21st March 2024

Happy Mondays have announced a massive headline tour including three nights at The Barrowlands on 14th, 15th & 21st March featuring very special guests Inspiral Carpets and Stereo MC's!

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Stiff Little Fingers

16th March 2024 - 17th March 2024

Stiff Little Fingers have announced they'll return to The Barrowlands for another St. Patrix Weekend double-header in 2024!

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Echo and the Bunnymen

20th March 2024

Echo and the Bunnymen are heading out on a UK tour in 2024 celebrating their incredible career, don't miss them when they return to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 20th March!

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Emperor

22nd March 2024

Emperor is excited to finally return to Scotland for a headline show at The Barrowlands on Friday 22nd March featuring special guests Winterfylleth!

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Feeder

23rd March 2024

Welsh rock giants Feeder return to The Barrowlands on Saturday 23rd March as part of their UK tour in support of new album, Black / Red!

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DJ Shadow

27th March 2024

DJ Shadow has announced a massive tour in support of his new full-length album, Action Adventure, which will include a night at The Barrowlands on Wednesday 27th March!

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Griff

30th March 2024

Singer-songwriter Sarah Faith Griffiths aka Griff is coming The Barrowlands on Saturday 30th March with her debut album, Vertigo!

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The Hives

1st April 2024

The Hives will headline The Barrowlands on April 1st in support of their new album, The Death of Randy Fitzsimmons!

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Johnny Marr

3rd April 2024

Johnny Marr will bring The Spirit Power Tour, celebrating ten years of the iconic guitarist's solo career, to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 3rd April with support from Gaz Coombes!

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Fatherson

5th April 2024

Fatherson will be playing a very special one off show at The Barrowlands on Friday 5th April in celebration of the 10th anniversary of their first album, I Am An Island!

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Pierce The Veil

9th April 2024 - 10th April 2024

Platinum-selling powerhouse Pierce The Veil have announced their biggest ever UK/EU headline Arena tour for Spring 2024 which includes two nights at The Barrowlands on April 9th & 10th!

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Tide Lines

18th April 2024 - 20th April 2024

Tide Lines have announced that they're returning to the iconic Barrowland Ballroom for three unforgettable nights in April!

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Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George

26th April 2024

Rob Lamberti will bring his definitive show celebrating the music of George Michael to The Barrowlands on Friday 26th April!

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From The Jam: All Mod Cons 45th Anniversary Tour

27th April 2024

From The Jam will be performing the whole All Mod Cons album in full along with more hits and fan favourites of The Jam when they return to The Barrowlands on Saturday 27th April 2024!

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Orbital

3rd May 2024

The Green Album paved the way for Orbital to become one of electronic music's most enduring acts, they'll play it live at The Barrowlands on Friday 3rd May!

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The Feeling

9th May 2024

The Feeling will be heading out on a UK-wide tour performing all their greatest hits in 2024, don't miss them live at The Barrowlands on Thursday 9th May!

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Camera Obscura

11th May 2024

Camera Obscura, one of the most beloved cult acts in Scottish indie rock, have announced a run of shows which will see them headline The Barrowlands on Saturday 11th May!

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Lucy Spraggan

14th May 2024

Lucy Spraggan has announced she'll be hitting the road again in 2024 which will see her headline The Barrowlands on Tuesday 14th May!

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Bruce Dickinson

18th May 2024

Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson is heading on a UK tour in support of his seventh studio album, The Mandrake Project, the tour will see him headline The Barrowlands on Saturday 18th May!

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The Mountain Goats

24th May 2024

The Mountain Goats are back with a new album and they're bringing it to The Barrowlands on Friday 24th May!

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Richard Hawley

2nd June 2024

Sheffield singer-songwriter Richard Hawley will take his new 'Best Of' album on the road in 2024, he'll headline The Barrowlands on Sunday 2nd June!

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The Damned

5th December 2024

With numerous studio albums and several UK Chart singles, The Damned are true pioneers from the London punk scene, famed for their legendary live shows, don't miss them live at The Barrowlands!

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