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Glasgow Fort launches search for Chief Fun Officer

Glasgow Fort is on the hunt for its first-ever CFO... and it's not Chief Finance Officer but Chief Fun Officer!

Last Updated: 9 April 2025 12:11

Iconic singer songwriter Horse to perform spectacular rooftop set at the Pavilion Theatre on Monday 7th April

Legendary Scottish singer-songwriter Horse McDonald is set to deliver an unforgettable performance on top of the Pavilion Theatre on Monday 7th April.

Last Updated: 4 April 2025 11:42

BBC Introducing comes to TRNSMT Festival, bringing 20 rising stars

Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT has announced the BBC Introducing Stage, previously River Stage, will showcase 20 of the most exciting emerging artists in the country.

Last Updated: 4 April 2025 9:07

First Bus to improve reliability of over 30 Glasgow bus services thanks to AI

First Bus is making minor service updates to 33 routes across Glasgow from Sunday 20th April as its new AI-driven timetables continue to improve reliability for customers across the city.

Last Updated: 3 April 2025 13:07

June dates now on sale for Bongos Bingo, including 90s specials!

Expect all of the usual madness plus special themed prizes and music at Bongo's Bingo's 90s specials at SWG3 Glasgow in June!

Last Updated: 3 April 2025 12:17

HARIBO UK announces first Scottish retail store in Silverburn shopping centre

Scottish HARIBO-lovers are in for a treat! The UK’s leading confectionery manufacturer, and creator of Tangfastics and Starmix, is set to open its first retail store in Scotland.

Last Updated: 3 April 2025 8:27

The hoppiest time of the year at the National Trust For Scotland

The National Trust for Scotland is hopping into spring as it hosts 40 Easter egg trails at the special places in its care in April!

Last Updated: 2 April 2025 11:37

American BBQ legend and first Arab pitmaster both set to cook in Scotland for the first time

Pioneering pitmaster Pat Martin is coming to Glasgow as Meatopia makes its Scottish debut at SWG3 in June!

Last Updated: 2 April 2025 11:12

Taste the Place launches to celebrate culinary heritage of Glasgow

Taste the Place, a new range of experiences celebrating Glasgow's rich cultural heritage through food, has launched!

Last Updated: 2 April 2025 10:47

Glasgow International Comedy Festival announces record breaking statistics as festival draws to a close

Glasgow International Comedy Festival welcomed over 61,000 comedy fans to 605 shows this year, marking its biggest ever event!

Last Updated: 1 April 2025 12:45

Premium menswear brand, Bee Inspired, confirmed for Silverburn

Glasgow's leading retail and leisure destination, Silverburn has expanded its streetwear offering with the addition of globally recognised urban fashion brand, Bee Inspired.

Last Updated: 31 March 2025 14:04

Pitch perfect Govan Music Festival wraps up fantastic fourth edition

Govan Music Festival has wrapped up in Glasgow after four joyful days of music and community participation, showcasing themes of hope, renewal and connection across its programme.

Last Updated: 31 March 2025 12:43

Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton to star in supernatural thriller 2:22 A Ghost Story

The King's Theatre Glasgow is delighted to announce that Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton will star in the critically acclaimed, smash hit, supernatural thriller 2:22 - A Ghost Story!

Last Updated: 31 March 2025 11:50

Rosco McClelland wins Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award at GICF

Rosco McClelland has been announced as the winner of 2025's Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award, at Glasgow International Comedy Festival's Comedy Gala.

Last Updated: 31 March 2025 11:15

Top comedian and Scottish brewer team up in search of best Scottish banter for upcoming book

Innis & Gunn joins forces with top Scottish comedian Marc Jennings to find Scotland's funniest pub stories for 'The Book of Pub Banter & Confessions'.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 14:18

University of Strathclyde retain the Glasgow Taxis Cup

University of Strathclyde were crowned winners of Scotland's largest student varsity sporting competition, the Glasgow Taxis Cup, for the third time since 2022.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 13:37

Glasgow bus tour unveils hidden gems

An open-top bus company is offering a new tour of Glasgow, highlighting its hidden gems and maritime history.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 13:13

Glasgow 850: Citizens Invited to Unleash Their Inner Poet and Join the Great Big Glasgow Poem!

Glasgow's 850th birthday celebrations have taken on a poetic twist with the launch of the Great Big Glasgow Poem, encouraging every Glaswegian to contribute a line to a collective masterpiece!

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 12:46

Sinitta and Darren Day join the cast of CHICAGO

Darren Day and Sinitta will join Strictly star Janette Manrara when CHICAGO comes to the King's Theatre Glasgow in August!

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 12:25

Spring into gardening: Dobbies free April workshops

Garden Centre invites gardeners to get hands-on with wildflowers and springtime celebrations.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 10:35

Glasgow 850: More shows and festival showcase acts announced as part of Clyde Chorus

Clyde Chorus, part of Glasgow 850, is thrilled to unveil its festival showcase acts, featuring an eclectic mix of talent that celebrates Glasgow’s rich and diverse musical heritage.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 10:00

JADE and Myles Smith join TRNSMT 2025 lineup

Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT has revealed five new artists to the Glasgow Green billing, including two of the hottest UK acts right now, JADE and Myles Smith!

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 8:39

VR experience at Glasgow Central station aims to help combat sexual harassment on the railway

Immersive VR film at Glasgow Central station invites passengers to find out how they can help to tackle sexual harassment on the railways.

Last Updated: 28 March 2025 8:08

Rainbocorns letter hunt in Smyths Toys Stores this April!

Smyths Toys is hosting the official Rainbocorns Easter Letter Hunt giving kids the chance to hunt down the letters instore and unscramble the word to receive a FREE 8cm Rainbocorns Eggzania Baby Mania

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 11:15

Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington brings his new tour to Glasgow

Kai Widdrington, renowned professional dancer across the UK and Ireland, is set to bring his highly anticipated dance tour, Kai - Evolution to Glasgow's Pavilion Theatre!

Last Updated: 26 March 2025 13:37

Doors to historic sites across Scotland set to open next month

More than 30 historic seasonal sites across the country will reopen to visitors from Tuesday 1st April, as Historic Environment Scotland marks the start of its spring/summer season.

Last Updated: 26 March 2025 12:58

Global fashion retail brand Hollister confirmed for Silverburn Glasgow

Scotland's leading retail and leisure destination Silverburn has announced that global fashion retailer Hollister is set to join its line-up of leading fashion brands this summer.

Last Updated: 26 March 2025 12:23

Hillhead Primary School in Glasgow return to defend their title in national poetry competition

Hillhead Primary School in Glasgow, crowned Slam Masters and Individual winners at the Scottish Youth Poetry Slam, will return to this year’s competition to defend their title.

Last Updated: 26 March 2025 11:56

Govan Music Festival opens today with song inspired by life saving Glasgow society

This year's programme showcases the diversity, talent and passion of the historic Glasgow district, with one show featuring a song inspired by local lifesaving outfit, the Glasgow Humane Society.

Last Updated: 26 March 2025 9:47

Scottish comedy venues offers funded fringe for new comedian

Scottish comedy venue Blackfriars of Bell Street has joined forces with Brass Tacks Comedy to offer a funded Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut for Scottish comedian Jack Traynor.

Last Updated: 25 March 2025 15:48