Days Out events in Glasgow
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Events in Glasgow
Glasgow 850
2025 will be a big year for Glasgow as we celebrate the city's 850th birthday. It's a milestone and everyone who has or does call Glasgow home is invited to the party!
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Maggies Rock N Rodeo Cowboy Ceilidh
Get ready to go buck wild at Maggies Rock N Rodeo's sellout Cowboy Ceilidh - the wildest country party this side of Texas!
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Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour
This is a 1.5 hour tour that will take you around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to find out about Glasgow's rich history and culture!
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Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Located in one of Scotland's most charming villages, join Loch Lomond Faerie Trail for a delightful adventure through our enchanting woodlands!
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Bute Yard Market
Bute Yard is a food and drink hub and home to a monthly producer market which showcases the best local, artisan and craft fare on the Isle of Bute!
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Dance by Daylight with Bandeoke!
Daytime events are the way forward. Party in the afternoon and be in your bed before midnight!
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Weekend Activities at Provan Hall
Come and explore 500 years of history at Provan Hall with their free weekend drop in activities for all the family to enjoy!
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Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Super Sundays
The Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust opens its Bridgeton Bus Garage to the public for their Super Sunday events throughout the year!
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Balloch Indoor & Outdoor Market
Find everything from second-hand clothes to vintage treasures and unique collectibles at the monthly Balloch Indoor & Outdoor Market!
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Summer Holiday Roller Discos
Get your skates on for a summer of skating at Rollerstop! Roll, spin, and sparkle across the rink to great music and dazzling disco lights! Learn cool new moves or simply enjoy rolling with friends.
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African Challenge Scotland Community Event
African Challenge Scotland are hosting a major community event to promote their work in advancing justice, equality, inclusion, diversity, cultural, and sport in Glasgow and beyond!
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Big Truck Weekend with J&M Murdoch & Son
Get up close to big trucks both classic and modern when Riverside Museum's Big Truck Weekend with J&M Murdoch & Son returns on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th July!
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Flamingo Bingo
Glasgow's iconic voco Grand Central Hotel is set to bring 'flamingo fever' to the city with the launch of the hotel's own flamboyant take on the classic game!
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Glasgow Anime & Gaming Con
Glasgow Anime & Gaming Con, the UK's Biggest Anime Convention, returns to DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th July!
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Loch Lomond Shores Summerfest
Loch Lomond Shores are hosting a two day festival of fun, food, shopping and entertainment for all the family this July with the return of Summerfest!
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Luss Highland Gathering
The Luss Highland Gathering returns on Saturday 5th July - with caber tossing heavies, highland dancers, piping and more!
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Scottish House & Disco Summer Garden Party
The Scottish House and Disco Festival returns to SWG3 on Saturday 5th July with another EPIC lineup of some of the biggest names in House & Disco!
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Scottish Opera on the Bridge
Scottish Opera will perform at Stockingfield Bridge, North Glasgow on Saturday 5th July as part of a free community event led by North United Communities and Make it Glasgow!
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Tequila Festival Glasgow
Ready to spice up your summer in Scotland? Grab your sombrero because Tequila Festival UK will be arriving in Glasgow on Saturday 5th July!
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The Big American BBQ Weekend
Enjoy some of the best American style BBQ in the business, along with Beef Birria Tacos, Philly Cheese Steaks, Grilled cheese, Hot Dogs and more at Big Feed's Big American BBQ Weekend!
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Recovery Connects
The Recovery Collective are pleased to announce Scotland's annual alcohol and drug free festival Recovery Connects will return to Queen's Park Arena on Sunday 6th July!
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Summer Car Boot Sale
The Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre are hosting their first ever Car Boot Sale in their car park on Sunday 6th July... make some spending money for the holidays or come along and pick up a bargain!
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FREE Open Air Cinema at QPA
Open-air cinema returns to Queen's Park Arena this summer with a selection of 'Cults & Classics' themed films!
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Hame’ll Dae Me
No need for tropical beaches and exotic flights when you can experience a 'Hame'll Dae Me' summer full of adventure right here in Scotland thanks to the National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall!
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Land, Sea and Air Themed Crafts
This summer at Riverside Museum join the Glasgow Museums team for land, sea and air themed crafts inspired by the collections!
READ MOREBig Kid Circus: Loch Lomond
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Loch Lomond Shores between Wednesday 9th and Sunday 13th July!
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GAMSCA Cultural Festival
The GAMSCA annual cultural festival is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Glasgow and brings together people from all walks of life!
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TRNSMT Festival
TRNSMT will return to Glasgow Green for its 8th year between the 11th and 13th July 2025, bringing its massive energy to the city once again!
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Creative Crafts and Book Sale Day
Join the team at Provan Hall for their Creative Crafts and Book Sale Day on Saturday 12th July and discover one of Glasgow's oldest houses and try some of the skills which have spanned centuries!
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Laser Tag Experience: Operation Outbreak - Zombie Containment
The Garage will be transformed into a high-intensity, laser-lit combat zone for Operation: Outbreak, a thrilling new laser tag event themed around a zombie containment crisis!
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PEEK Charity Golf Day
Join PEEK at the beautiful Balmore Golf Club for our first Golf Day! Your entry fee includes breakfast, lunch, round of golf and prizegiving for 4 people.
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Merchant City Festival
Merchant City Festival is a fun-filled 3 day event held within the Merchant City area of Glasgow, offering something free for everyone to enjoy!
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Surge Festival
The 16th edition of SURGE Festival will once again transform the streets of Glasgow's Merchant City, presenting a wild variety of outdoor acts to ignite your senses and fuel your imagination!
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Alexandra Park Festival Day
Platform's annual family Festival Day at Alexandra Park returns for 2025 on Saturday 19th July with live music, food & market stalls, kids activities and much more!
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Glasgow’s Pride March
Glasgow's Pride returns on Saturday 19th July with the annual Pride March and an accompanying festival being held at The Barrowlands!
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Knightswood Congregational Church Summer Fair
Knightswood Congregational Church will host their annual Summer Fair on Saturday 19th July... come along to enjoy a great afternoon of family fun!
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Loch Lomond Comic Con
BGCP Comic Con returns to Loch Lomond Shores on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th July for a family-friendly weekend suitable for heroes of all ages!
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Sufi Festival
The annual Sufi Festival is a cultural experience of Islamic art, culture and heritage in the heart of Scotland's most diverse and multicultural community in Glasgow's Southside!
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The 30+ Club - Daytime Clubbing for Over 30’s
With its high-energy party atmosphere and top live DJs, The 30+ Club at the O2 Academy Glasgow is not to be missed!
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Guilty Pleasures presents The 5th Birthday Party All-dayer
Our Guilty Pleasures residents Michael Kilkie & Jon Mancini are joined again by special guest Dr Packer with support from Trash Disco and Kev Reid!
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Oran Mor X Cab Vol WKNDR
Sister venues Oran Mor Glasgow and Edinburgh's Cabaret Voltaire have put together an exciting and eclectic lineup for their first ever WKNDR!
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Belter Bubbles - The Giant Riverside Museum Bubble Event
Whether you're 5 or 95, Belter Bubbles - The Giant Riverside Museum Bubble Event will leave you bubbling with joy!
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The Bridge Family Festival Day
Come along and join in the summer festivities when the big Family Festival returns to The Bridge, Easterhouse on Saturday 26th July!
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The Scottish Annual Hip-Hop Jam
Beats, rhymes, and breaking - Scotland's biggest hip-hop celebration is here! Experience live battles, street art, and performances from top artists at Queen's Park Arena on Saturday 26th July!
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DECADES - Beatles & Beyond with Itchycoo Park
Itchycoo Park are excited to announce a three set performance with a full set dedicated to one of the most influential bands of all time - The Beatles!
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DNA Kids Dinosaur Party
Get ready for a ROAR-some time at Dockyard Social with their epic Dinosaur-Themed Party... complete with fun dino props and prehistoric playtime!
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Zippos Circus at Glasgow’s Queen’s Park
Zippos Circus returns to Glasgow's Queens Park between Wednesday 30th July and Monday 4th August with their all-new 2025 production, Bravo!
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SWG3 Presents CamelPhat
English electronic DJ and production duo CamelPhat head to SWG3 Galvanizers Yard on Saturday 2nd August!
READ MORETime Travel Day: Medieval and Rennaisance Glasgow
With trails and craft activities for kids, and herbal recipe demonstrations in the historic vaulted kitchen, this is a chance to discover a truly special building!
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Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Fun Day
The team at The Mitchell Library are hosting a fun day on Saturday 2nd August celebrating their exhibition Unearthed: The Power of Gardening!
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Skyline x Seladoria ft Dave Seaman, Rodriguez Jr. (hybrid live)
Dave Seaman, Steve Parry and their band of prog-loving mischief-makers are joining the Radisson RED Glasgow once again on Sunday 3rd August for a very special party!
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Zippos Circus returns to Kirkintilloch's Woodhead Park between Wednesday 6th and Monday 11th with their all-new 2025 production, Bravo!
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Loch Lomond Shores Continental Market
The Continental Market returns to Loch Lomond Shores on August 9th & 10th, expect to find tasty street food options, tempting sweet treats and a range of authentic craft offerings!
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Rum & Reggae Festival
Celebrate all things Caribbean with David Rodigan, Mad Professor & Sister Aisha, The Marley Revival, UB40 Tribute & many more at the Rum & Reggae Festival on Saturday 9th August!
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Girlypop Live
The ultimate pop festival, Girlypop Live, featuring incredible tributes to Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Chappell Roan, Beyonce and Olivia Rodrigo heads to SWG3 Glasgow on Sunday 10th August!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Milton of Campsie Community Garden
Come explore the community garden in Milton of Campsie, the creation of one man, covering roughly an acre of hillside beside the Glazert Water as part of Scotland’s Gardens!
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Piping Live!
Piping Live!, Glasgow's International Piping Festival, will return for its 22nd edition this summer with an eclectic calendar of events from Monday 11th - Sunday 17th August!
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Kirkintilloch Big Weekend
Whether you're into cars, music, food, or just looking for a brilliant day out with the family, the Kirkintilloch Big Weekend is well worth a visit!
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World Pipe Band Championships
Thousands of pipers and drummers are expected to compete for the ultimate prize in pipe band competition when the World Pipe Band Championships return to Glasgow Green on the 15th and 16th August!
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Byre Festival
Get ready for a day of pure musical bliss when Byre Festival returns for 2025 with a day full of music, food, and drink from some of Scotland's finest!
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Glitterbox
The Glitterbox phenomenon returns to SWG3 Glasgow's Galvanisers Yard for another outdoor show on Saturday 16th August!
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Ladies’ Lunch
Join Rangers Football Club for an afternoon of fun and fizz when they host their annual Ladies Lunch, presented by Molton Brown, at Edmiston House on Friday 22nd August!
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Bute Highland Games
Bute Highland Games return on Saturday 23rd August with another packed programme of events for all the family to enjoy!
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Cash For Kids Day Rave
DJ Trio BluesN2's take on the mighty GBX team in a massive music fundraiser for children's charity Cash for Kids at Platform!
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In The City Festival
Curated from the heart and full of soul, In The City Festival welcomes a collection of era-defining artists, elite selectors and fresh local talent to celebrate Glasgow 850 in Barrowland Park!
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STREETrave All Dayer
STREETrave are taking over SWG3 on Saturday 23rd August for their legendary Summer All Dayer, featuring a MASSIVE lineup of international artists and the very best in home grown talent!
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Brave to Wear Fashion Show
We are so excited to announce the return of the Rainbow Valley Fashion Show this August – a powerful and inspiring event that celebrates strength, beauty, and confidence in the face of cancer.
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Off The Beatson Track
This summer Beatson Cancer Charity's annual 10k walk 'Off The Beatson Track' will be returning for its 12th year taking place on Sunday 24th August!
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Milngavie Street Party
Milngavie Street Party, a vibrant two-day celebration in the heart of Milngavie town centre, returns for 2025 on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th August!
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The Gin & Rum Festival
The UK's largest Gin & Rum Festival tour is returning to Glasgow! If you're thirsty for knowledge or just want to party the night away, the Gin & Rum Festival at The Briggait is for you!
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Go Swim Loch Lomond
Go Swim Loch Lomond, on Saturday 30th August, is an open water swimming experience you'll never forget!
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M4 Festival
M4 Festival is a one-day live music event, bringing together hip hop, rap, grime, R&B, afro beat and acoustic artists to celebrate Scotland's diverse, genre-spanning music scene!
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EPIC Comic Con Glasgow
Get ready for an EPIC Glasgow Comic Con on 6 & 7th of September, featuring hundreds of exhibitors, comic creators from across the globe and artist and writer panel events!
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Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival
The Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival, on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th September, is an amazing weekend out for all the family featuring music, cookery, real ale, fresh produce and lots of fun!
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The Complete Stone Roses Live in the Big Top
Get ready for a full day and night of non-stop music featuring the UK's best tribute bands, all performing on one massive stage at The Complete Stone Roses Live in the Big Top!
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The Scottish Rum Festival
Whether you're a rum newcomer or seasoned connoisseur, the Scottish Rum Festival being held at SWG3 Glasgow on Saturday 6th September, is this year's unmissable drinks event.
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Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival
Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival is an annual event celebrating the city's architecture, culture, and heritage through a free programme of open buildings and events taking place in September!
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Monster Jam Ramped Up!
Prepare for high-octane thrills when Monster Jam Ramped Up! returns to Glasgow's OVO Hydro between the 19th and 21st of September... don't miss ramped up fun for the whole family!
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Explorathon at Glasgow Doors Open Day
Dip into the fantastic research happening on your doorstep, with family-friendly activities and exhibits as part of the Scotland-wide Explorathon festival, in partnership with Glasgow Doors Open Days!
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Boogie Brunch - Ibiza Closing Party
Ya boi Stevie Lennon once again is your pilot for the day as Air RED prepares for lift off with a Boogie Brunch special edition looking back on a magical summer on the island of dreams!
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Glasgow Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair
Northern Toy Fairs are coming to Glasgow for the first time with their huge Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair, don't miss them at Bellahouston Leisure Centre on Sunday 28th September!
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AJ Bell Junior and Mini Scottish Run
Get the whole family active by joining the Great Scottish Run's family friendly activities in George Square on Saturday 4th October!
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AJ Bell Great Scottish Run
The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is an incredible weekend of running that includes a 10k & half marathon on Sunday 5th October and Junior & Mini event on Saturday 4th October!
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The Craft Spirit Show Glasgow: The Ultimate Gin, Rum & Vodka Spring Festival
The Craft Spirit Show Glasgow, the Ultimate Gin, Rum & Vodka Festival with unlimited tasting samples, is returning to the SEC Glasgow between the 24th and 26th of October!
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Boogie Brunch - 90s Special
Its hard to believe its 30 years since the days of Nike TNs, all night raves, taping Pete Tong and being able to have a full night out for 30 quid!
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Sunday Best - Presented by SBH Scotland
SBH Scotland Presents Sunday Best... The Ultimate Sunday Funday! Join them for a fabulous afternoon filled with fun, fizz and fashion on Sunday 2nd November!
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Glasgow’s Whisky Festival
Glasgow's biggest and best whisky event, the Whisky Festival, returns to Hampden Park on Saturday 8th November!
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Swiftie Club
After sold-out events in 2024 and viral Tiktoks, SWIFTIE CLUB returns for 2025 bringing the ultimate Taylor Swift day party to Glasgow's BAAD!
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Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival is being held in the stunning surroundings of Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 16th November!
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Cirque Wicked Wizard of Oz
The WORLDS BIGGEST PRODUCTIONS present a brand-new, breathtaking Cirque staging of the Wicked Wizard of Oz at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Sunday 28th December!
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Guilty Pleasures - NYD with Jon Mancini & Michael Kilkie
Kick off the New Year as you mean to go on with resident mischief-makers Jon Mancini and Michael Kilkie taking the helm once again in Radisson Red Glasgow's RED Sky Bar on January 1st!
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Celtic Connections
The January blues are set to be well and truly banished as Glasgow comes alive when Celtic Connections returns for 2026 between Thursday 15th January and Sunday 1st February!
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The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show
The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show returns to the Scottish Event Campus for 2026 between the 5th and 8th of February!
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Glasgow International Comedy Festival
The Glasgow International Comedy Festival returns in March 2026 featuring spectacular stand-up stars and home-grown favourites on stages across the city!
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Glasgow Race for Life
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!
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Days Out Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Run the Blades
Run the Blades returns to Whitelee Windfarm for 2025 in July with four events... a 10K, Half Marathon, the 50K Ultra and their Junior RTB!
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Include Me 2 Club Family Festival
Get ready for the BIGGEST family party of the summer when Include Me 2 Club return to Barrhead's Cowan Park on Saturday 6th June with their Family Festival!
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Eaglesham Beer Festival
Eaglesham's first and only beer festival returns on Saturday 5th July offering craft beer, fine wines, thirst-quenching cider, great food and live entertainment!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
The National Gardening & Outdoor Living Show
The National Gardening & Outdoor Living Show at the Royal Highland Centre is fun-filled event for all the family, offering entertainment and activities for both children and adults!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Disco Days Edinburgh
Scotland's beloved over 30s afternoon clubbing event Disco Days is back at Club Tropicana Edinburgh in 2025!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Willowhill
Willowhill is an evolving three-acre garden with a series of mixed borders designed with different vibrant colour combinations for effect all season.
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Bowhill Highland Games
Experience the best of Scotland with a day out at the Bowhill Highland Games on Sunday 14th September!
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Live-Action and Fireworks Spectacular at Knockhill
Join us at Knockhill for an unforgettable day of family fun and excitement on Saturday, November 1st, as we return with our annual Bonfire and Fireworks Spectacular!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
How To Train Your Velociraptor
Visitors to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park are in for a roaring time this summer as the family favourite destination is to host free daily dinosaur shows!
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Annie McLeod Storytelling Weekend
Join the team at New Lanark for a magical weekend of storytelling, illustration, and adventure as The Adventures of Annie McLeod comes to life!
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Stonehouse Whisky Festival
Off the back of the success of the inaugural event last year, Stonehouse Whisky Club are delighted to announce the return of the Stonehouse Whisky Festival on Saturday 9th August!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Film & Comic Con Glasgow
The Film & Comic Con Glasgow returns to Braehead Arena on the weekend of the 16th & 17th August bringing you the best in autograph sessions, photo shoots and panels with your favourite celebrities!
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Aston Merrygold DJ Set
Ingliston's Day Club returns on Sunday 3rd August featuring an exclusive DJ Set from Aston Merrygold, supported by DJ & Host Steven Clarke with The Ingliston Dance Crew!
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End Of Summer White Party
Join your friends and party with Ingliston at Renfrewshire's BEST day club as they host their End Of Summer White Party!
READ MOREDays Out Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Days Out Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Mollan
Mollan is a large, 3-acre garden in rural Stirlingshire set in softly rolling farmland.
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Killin Highland Games
Held in Breadalbane Park, Killin, the 2025 Killin Highland Games returns on Wednesday 6th August!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kilbryde Castle
Come and explore Kilbride Castle gardens! They cover some 12 acres and are situated above the Ardoch Burn and below the castle.
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure
This summer, join Culzean Castle on a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole and into the enchanting world of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, brought to life in LEGO bricks!
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Kelburn Garden Party
The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!
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Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at Kilmarnock Rugby Club between Tuesday 15th and Sunday 20th July!
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Kelburn School Of Sorcery - The Dragon Trials
Step into a world of dragons, magic and adventure at Kelburn Castle's School of Sorcery this August... if you're not quite ready to go back-to-school, you're sure to have a fabulous time at this one!
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Adventure Cinema: Outdoor Cinema at Dumfries House
Adventure Cinema, the UK's largest outdoor cinema tour, returns this summer with incredible movies to watch under the sun and stars at Dumfries House!
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The Ayrshire Hospice Baubles & Bubbly Afternoon
Throw on your sparkliest outfit and prepare yourself for a fabulous afternoon of entertainment with the one and only Miss Sasha Blaze at The Ayrshire Hospice Baubles & Bubbly Afternoon!
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