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What's on in Glasgow

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!

ABBAMANIA

19th December 2025

Dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable Christmas night out with ABBAMANIA at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Friday 19th December!

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Candlelight: Tribute to Fred Again

19th December 2025

Discover the music of Fred Again, under the gentle glow of candlelight, at this live, multi-sensory musical experience in Glasgow's Trades Hall!

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IRN-BRU Carnival

19th December 2025 - 11th January 2026

Whether it's a fun-filled day out with the family or an action-packed night with friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy at annual Christmas favourite, the IRN-BRU Carnival!

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Candlelight: The Wizard of Oz - A Classical Concert

19th December 2025

Candlelight: The Wizard of Oz – A Classical Concert, a one-of-a-kind musical experience, is coming to the Merchants House of Glasgow!

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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!

The Little Mermaid

22nd November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Join Glasgow pantomime superstar Elaine C Smith, and the King's favourite funny-man Johnny Mac as they dive to the depths of the ocean when they return in 2025 with The Little Mermaid!

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Cinderella

17th December 2025 - 23rd December 2025

This Christmas, The SEC will once again sparkle with festive magic as The Magical Adventures of Cinderella takes to the stage!

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Open Goal Live

22nd May 2026

The nation's favourite Scottish Football podcast, Open Goal is returning to the OVO Hydro for an unmissable and EPIC send-off for the Scotland National Team ahead of the World Cup 2026!

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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!

Francie & Josie: It’s A Stoater

27th June 2026

Scottish pantomime & variety stars Liam Dolan & Johnny Mac are back with a brand-new show, don't miss Francie & Josie: It's A Stoater at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 27th June!

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Keywest

8th January 2027

Irish band Keywest return to Glasgow in 2027 for an unforgettable headline performance at The Garage on Friday 8th January!

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Afternoon Public Talk: A Talk on the Patrons of Mackintosh with Lorraine Murray

8th March 2026

In this talk at Mackintosh at the Willow, historian Lorraine Murray will look at the two important patrons who supported Charles Rennie Mackintosh during his career.

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Scottish Doctor Who actor to lead The Woman in Black at the Theatre Royal Glasgow

Scottish Doctor Who actor to lead The Woman in Black at the Theatre Royal Glasgow

PW Productions is delighted to announce casting for Susan Hill's The Woman in Black, as it returns to the Theatre Royal Glasgow.

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Scottish dancer to appear in The Red Shoes in first tour stop in Glasgow

Scottish dancer to appear in The Red Shoes in first tour stop in Glasgow

The King's Theatre, Glasgow is delighted to reveal the full cast and tour dates for Matthew Bourne's double Olivier award-winning, smash hit production of The Red Shoes.

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Braehead Shopping Centre is your place for festive fashion, food and fun this Christmas

Braehead Shopping Centre is your place for festive fashion, food and fun this Christmas

Christmas is in full swing at Braehead Shopping Centre, and Scotland's leading retail and leisure destination is once again the place to celebrate the magic of the festive season!

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Solasta Residence supports Beatson Cancer Charity through festive giving tree initiative

Solasta Residence supports Beatson Cancer Charity through festive giving tree initiative

Solasta Residence in Glasgow has launched its first Giving Tree in support of Beatson Cancer Charity.

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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!

King Tut’s New Year’s Revolution

2nd Jan 2026 - 31st Jan 2026
Glasgow City Centre

King Tut's Wah Wah Hut has revealed the lineup for the 15th edition of its annual New Year's Revolution Festival being held between the 2nd and 31st January!

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St Mungo Festival

8th Jan 2026 - 2nd Feb 2026
Various Locations Glasgow

St Mungo, patron saint of Glasgow, is celebrated during the city's official St Mungo Festival held annually in January!

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Celtic Connections

15th Jan 2026 - 1st Feb 2026
Various Locations Glasgow

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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Upcoming Theatre Events in Glasgow

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

Pinocchio - A Real Glesga Panto

19th Dec 2025 - 21st Dec 2025

Join Halo Arts this December at Maryhill Community Central Halls for their fab new festive community panto... Pinocchio - A Real Glesga Panto!

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The Christmas Tree Murder!

19th December 2025

Singl-end Cafe's popular Murder Mystery Supper Club returns for a Christmas special, well, three to be precise!

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Journey

19th December 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...

Dunbartonshire Concert Band’s Christmas Concert

19th December 2025

Join the award winning Dunbartonshire Concert Band on Friday 19th December at Kessington Hall, Bearsden for a fantastic evening of festive music!

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Christmas Family Ceilidh

19th December 2025

Grab your friends and family and head to The National Piping Centre on Friday 19th December for a rockin' ceilidh before relaxing for Christmas!

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Dunedin Consort: Children’s Messiah

19th December 2025

Join Mr Handel and Dunedin Consort for a fun 45 minute Messiah, featuring all the greatest hits, and plenty of games!

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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!

Scottish Chamber Orchestra: Mozart Matinee With Peter Whelan

19th December 2025

Celebrate the full breadth of Mozart's musical glories at this sumptuous concert in the company of some passionate Mozartians.

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ABBAMANIA

19th December 2025

Dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable Christmas night out with ABBAMANIA at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Friday 19th December!

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The Highstool Prophets

19th December 2025

Irish folk group The Highschool Prophets will headline SWG3 Glasgow's TV Studio on Friday 19th December!

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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!

Broomhill Lawn Tennis and Squash Club

Broomhill Lawn Tennis and Squash club is a friendly club situated in the west end of Glasgow!

Dumbreck Outdoor Playbarn

Dumbreck Outdoor Playbarn is an interactive play space for ages 5-and-under and their parents/carers!

The Climbing Academy Glasgow: The Newsroom

The Climbing Academy Glasgow - The Newsroom is a large welcoming bouldering centre close to the centre of Glasgow!

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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!

The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall

The Britannia Music Hall (The Panopticon) located at the end of Argyle Street in Glasgow's Trongate is the oldest surviving music hall in the world!

Seven Lochs Wetland Park

Bringing together 20 sq km of lochs, parks, nature reserves and woodlands between Glasgow and Coatbridge, Seven Lochs Wetland Park offers an exciting range of things to see and do!

Scottish Football Museum

See more than 2500 exhibits in 14 galleries, walk amongst Scotland's footballing legends in the Hall Of Fame and take the Stadium tour at the Scottish Football Museum!

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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.

Princess Bar

The Princess Bar in Riddrie is a great quality family-friendly pub and the heart of the local area!

The Record Factory

The Record Factory is an ambitious fusion of music and revelry in Glasgow boasting dynamic space, impeccable acoustics and bold design.

Curlers Rest

Residing in Glasgow's diverse West End, close to both Kelvingrove and the Botanic Gardens, the vibrant yet laidback Curlers Rest is the perfect place to soak up the local art scene!

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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!
Nathan Evans & Saint PHNX - Album Launch Show
Nathan Evans and SAINT PHNX are teaming up for their first collab album as a folk/pop band, don't miss their Album Launch Show at Edmiston House on Saturday 17th January!
itison Drive-In Movies
The Christmas tradition of the year is back... Scotland's original Drive-in returns to Loch Lomond Shores this December, with your favourite festive classics!
Ashton Lane Hogmanay Street Party
The Ashton Lane Hogmanay Street Party is back for 2025 and it's going to be bigger and better than ever, tickets are going fast so pick up yours today!
Clydeside Christmas Village
Get ready for something truly special this winter... introducing Clydeside Christmas Village, arriving in Glasgow for the very first time between Saturday 29th November and Sunday 4th January!

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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