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Welcome to What's on Glasgow, we pride ourselves on keeping you up to date on events in Glasgow taking place throughout the year, from the latest theatre events and live music performances to local activities and fantastic attractions!

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Featured Events in Glasgow

There are thousands of events in Glasgow every month, here we've hand-picked a few you should definitely pay attention to!

George Lewis: The Best Thing You’ll Ever Do

7th November 2025

Activate the parents' whatsapp groups, dump the kids with whoever is willing to have them, and join George Lewis at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow for a brilliant night out!

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Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter

7th November 2025

Don't miss Jim Jefferies live in Glasgow when he brings his Son of a Carpenter tour to the SEC Armadillo on Friday 7th November!

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Aye Write: Glasgow’s Greatest Hits: Alison Stroak, Fiona Shepherd & Jonathan Trew with Bandeoke

7th November 2025

The founders of the Glasgow Music Tours will discuss their brand new book Glasgow's Greatest Hits at the Mitchell Library as part of Aye Write 2025!

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Candlelight: Tribute to Green Day

7th November 2025

Get your tickets now and discover the music of Green Day at Merchants House of Glasgow under the gentle glow of candlelight!

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Hottest Tickets in Town

From theatre shows to gigs, snap up tickets to the most popular events in town, here's a small selection of what's trending this week!

Lenzie Family Fireworks

7th November 2025

Enjoy great food and drinks, kids funfair and incredible fireworks when the annual Lenzie Family Fireworks, sponsored by CODA Estates, returns on Friday 7th November!

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A Play, A Pie and A Pint Autumn Season

1st September 2025 - 22nd November 2025

With wonderful musicals, hilarious comedies and thrilling dramas, there is plenty of great treats to tuck into this Autumn at A Play, A Pie and A Pint!

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Hamilton

29th October 2025 - 27th December 2025

Don’t throw away your shot, West End smash hit Hamilton the musical is coming to the Theatre Royal Glasgow for an eight week run between October and December!

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New Events in Glasgow

You'll find all the latest Glasgow events that have been added to the website right here!

Madra Salach

19th March 2026

Dublin folk band Madra Salach are heading out on a Ireland & UK tour in 2026 which will see them headline Glasgow's McChuills on Thursday 19th March!

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Westward the Light and Support

25th January 2026

As a live act, Westward the Light have entertained and enthralled audiences in venues large and small, don't miss them at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall as part of Celtic Connections 2026!

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City of Glasgow Chorus - Messiah

28th March 2026

The City of Glasgow Chorus is thrilled to present Handel's Messiah, one of the greatest pieces of classical music ever written, at Glasgow's iconic City Halls on Saturday 28th March!

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Breaking the Silence Gig: Last Minute Tickets available for Oran Mor

Breaking the Silence Gig: Last Minute Tickets available for Oran Mor

Last-minute tickets are still available for JJ “Jinky” Gilmour’s Breaking the Silence show at Oran Mor on Thursday 27th November.

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Santa clocks in early: Scotland shift heroes among 30,000 invited to claim free festive meal

Santa clocks in early: Scotland shift heroes among 30,000 invited to claim free festive meal

Greene King pubs is raising the spirits of Scotland's hardest workers this festive season, hosting 'The Big Christmas Shift' across 700 pubs nationwide, giving away 30,000 meals on Monday 1st December

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Festive days out to make the most of the season

Festive days out to make the most of the season

From wreath-making workshops through to New Year’s Eve street parties, here's a rounded up some of the best events to help make the most of the season with loved ones in a fun and creative way.

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SAY Award winner announced as Kai Reesu

SAY Award winner announced as Kai Reesu

Kai Reesu’s ‘KOMPROMAT vol.i’ was tonight announced as winner of The Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award, as the country’s national music prize Ceremony took place in Dundee’s Caird Hall.

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Festivals in Glasgow

From music to film, comedy to books, family to the arts there's a wide range of cultural festivals being held throughout the year in Glasgow!

Glasgow’s Whisky Festival

8th Nov 2025 - 8th Nov 2025
Glasgow South Side

Glasgow's biggest and best whisky event, the Whisky Festival, returns to Hampden Park on Saturday 8th November!

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Havana Glasgow Film Festival

11th Nov 2025 - 16th Nov 2025
Glasgow City Centre

The annual Havana Glasgow Film Festival returns with the usual high-quality mix of thought-provoking Cuban films, Cuban culture, debates as well as some special surprises!

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International Film Festival Glasgow

12th Nov 2025 - 16th Nov 2025
Various Locations Glasgow

The International Film Festival Glasgow has announced details of its 12th edition which will run from 12th to 16th November at venues across Glasgow!

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Upcoming Theatre Events in Glasgow

Whether you prefer comedy or musicals, ballet or opera, our Glasgow theatre listings will have something to suit everyone!

A Play, A Pie and A Pint Autumn Season

7th November 2025

With wonderful musicals, hilarious comedies and thrilling dramas, there is plenty of great treats to tuck into this Autumn at A Play, A Pie and A Pint!

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Free - Bumper Cabaret Show

7th November 2025

Join the Riding Room for their FREE bumper cabaret shows, doors swing open from 7pm with a delectable cocktail range, featuring all of the classics and their very own stable staples!

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Journey

7th November 2025

Journey is one of Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre's two shows. It features a wide selection of kinetic sculptures including the most recent works by Eduard Bersudsky made in Scotland.

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Upcoming Family & Kids Events in Glasgow

Don't be stuck for things to do with the kids in Glasgow! We have something for everyone and every pocket...

Lenzie Family Fireworks

7th November 2025

Enjoy great food and drinks, kids funfair and incredible fireworks when the annual Lenzie Family Fireworks, sponsored by CODA Estates, returns on Friday 7th November!

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Project Ability’s Christmas Exhibition: Feathered Friends

7th Nov 2025 - 20th Dec 2025

Feathered Friends is Project Ability's annual Christmas fundraising exhibition, celebrating the talent, creativity, and unique perspectives of artists working in their supported studio, and beyond.

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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

7th November 2025

On Fridays between September 12th and November 28th, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at The Firhill Complex.

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Upcoming Music Events in Glasgow

Glasgow is renowned for it's live music scene, with a variety of venues catering for small intimate gigs to huge arenas hosting the biggest names!

Small Fakers and The Kinks Experience

7th November 2025

Small Fakers, the UK's number 1 tributes to the Small Faces, return to The Classic Grand on Friday 7th November with support from The Kinks Experience!

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Bahamas

7th November 2025

Bahamas, the musical project of Afie Jurvanen, will be performing at Cottiers Theatre on Friday 7th November!

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Saya Gray

7th November 2025

Japanese-Canadian artist Saya Gray has announced a run of shows which will see her headline Glasgow's Art School on Friday 7th November!

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Activities in Glasgow

Step away from the TV remote, choose one or more from our activities selection, and get out of the house to discover new skills, sports and more!

West End Pole Dance Academy

Discover the exciting and inclusive world of West End Pole in Glasgow. Join our supportive studio community where all abilities, disabilities, ethnicities, and genders are welcomed and embraced!

Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Glasgow Branch

The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RSCDS) Glasgow Branch has been bringing the joy of Scottish Country Dancing to the city for over 100 years, recently celebrating its centenary.

Music Bus Glasgow South

Babies and children love music and singing and at Music Bus Glasgow South we'll take you and your little one on an exciting musical journey every week.

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Attractions in Glasgow

Glasgow and the surrounding areas have a great mix of sightseeing attractions. If you are looking for a fun family day out or a trip with friends, then look no further!

Theatre Royal Glasgow

Theatre Royal Glasgow is home to Scotland's resident companies, Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet, featuring a Victorian auditorium, Theatre Royal presents first class entertainment for all!

Horatios Garden Scotland

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.

St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art

The award-winning St Mungo Museum is a haven of tranquillity in a bustling city. This museum is named after Glasgow's patron saint, who brought the Christian faith to Scotland in the 6th century.

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Eating & Drinking in Glasgow

Eating out in Glasgow is a joy, with a range of restaurants and cafes on offer and there's a wide selection of places to enjoy a quiet pint or a cheeky cocktail.

Manuka Glasgow

Each of Manuka Glasgow's spaces has its own unique identity and was designed to evoke a particular feeling of elation all of its own.

The Polo Lounge

The Polo Lounge is a Glasgow institution situated on Wilson Street right in the heart of the city!

Club Tropicana & Venga

Born out of love for all things retro Club Tropicana is Glasgow's original and best throwback music venue and the perfect place to dance the night away!

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Popular Events

Glasgow’s Winter Wonderland
Glasgow's Winter Wonderland, the city's most anticipated festive celebration, will transform Glasgow Green and St Enoch Square into enchanting winter wonderlands of light, laughter and seasonal cheer!
GlasGLOW
This Halloween season, the city we love turns 850 and GlasGLOW are throwing one GLOW-rious celebration with an all-new 60-minute blockbuster light and sound show at the Botanic Gardens!
Clydeside Christmas Village
Get ready for something truly special this winter... introducing Clydeside Christmas Village, arriving in Glasgow for the very first time between Friday 28th November and Sunday 4th January!
Lenzie Family Fireworks
Enjoy great food and drinks, kids funfair and incredible fireworks when the annual Lenzie Family Fireworks, sponsored by CODA Estates, returns on Friday 7th November!
Glasgow’s Christmas Lighting Trail
This Christmas, Glasgow's celebrating 850 years of our amazing city with a trail full of twinkling lights, joyful sights, and festive cheer!

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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum King's Theatre Glasgow King Tut's Wah Wah Hut O2 Academy Glasgow SEC Armadillo Theatre Royal Glasgow The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall The OVO Hydro