Talks And Lectures events in Glasgow
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Events in Glasgow
Glasgow Central Station Tours
Glasgow Central Tours offer you the chance to explore behind the scenes of Glasgow's most iconic and busiest landmarks, Central Station!
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The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters Talks
The Glasgow Gathering of Quilters hold a monthly programme of talks at Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre between September and June... all welcome!
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David Elder Lecture Series
The David Elder lecture series at Glasgow Science Centre presents a line-up of fascinating talks by expert astronomers, spaceflight pioneers, award-winning science writers and broadcasters.
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The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow Lecture Series
If you enjoy listening, discussing, and debating, and want to learn more about disciplines old and new, then join The Royal Philosophical Society of Glasgow at one of their regular lectures!
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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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Hidden Histories Tours
Curators at The Burrell Collection hold monthly Hidden Histories Tours exploring different aspects of the museum's magnificent collection!
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St Mungo Festival
St Mungo, patron saint of Glasgow, is celebrated during the city's official St Mungo Festival held annually in January!
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The Universe For Beginners
Glasgow Science Centre will guide you expertly through the night sky, learning the major constellations as you go, before journeying into space and exploring the vast cosmos!
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Andy Torbet: Going to Extremes: A Decade of Adventures on the BBC
Andy Torbet recounts highlights from his many shows and adventures, lifting the veil on how some of these stunts were filmed for the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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The Truth is Nowt There - Brian Eggo
Join the Humanist Society Scotland for the next Glasgow Branch meeting which will feature a talk from Glasgow Skeptics' Brian Eggo as well as updates on the society's recent activities.
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Urban Biodiversity: Connecting Communities
Join Professor Ria Dunkley from the University of Glasgow at Kelvin Hall on Tuesday 14th January for this talk on Urban Biodiversity: Connecting Communities.
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The History of Witchcraft and Feminism
Uncover the fascinating history of witchcraft and how patriarchal ideas shaped the image of a witch at this talk and Q&A event at The Glee Club Glasgow on Wednesday 15th January!
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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 2025 between January 16th and February 2nd!
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Kelvingrove Bites
Enjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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Grow Your Money LIVE
Exciting News for Scotland! A 'Money Event' like no other is coming to Glasgow this January to help your sort out your finances for the year ahead!
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Film: Kim Carnie Out Loud with Q&A
Kim Carnie Out Loud is both an exploration of the challenges faced by people because of their sexuality and a joyous celebration of being gay.
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Professor Roger Crofts FRSGS: Whither Nature
Environmental policy-maker Roger asks what nature means to us, at home or further afield, including humans or not as part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People talk series!
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Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening
A lecture about spiritual healing and help through the teaching of Bruno Groening is taking place in Glasgow.
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The Happy Pear
Come join Dave and Steve Flynn from The Happy Pear as they dish out wisdom, laughs, and plenty of plant-based goodness when they bring their live tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 26th January!
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How the Mind Heals the Body with Dr David Hamilton
Can the mind heal the body? Find out in this amazing talk from an international expert in mind-body connection when Seed Talks returns to the Glee Club Glasgow!
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Neuk Presents Poetry in Motion: Poetry Films By Neurodivergent Artists
Join Neuk at GMAC Film on Wednesday 29th January for an evening celebrating the creativity of neurodivergent poets and filmmakers!
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Songs of Plants: The folklore and songs of plants with Margaret Bennett
Join Celtic Connections for an evening with renowned folklorist and folk singer Professor Margaret Bennett as she shares Scotland’s rich tradition of plants, their uses, lore, and songs.
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An Evening With Jeff Stelling
The Pavilion Theatre hosts an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years!
READ MOREKirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World
In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.
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Paul Murton: Sequestered Isles
Documentary filmmaker and historian Paul Murton will take you on an exploration of some of Europe's most remote islands as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.
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Neighbours - The 40th Anniversary Tour
Join some of your favourite faces from Ramsay Street at the SEC Armadillo as they celebrate four decades of the show's history, for Neighbours – The 40th Anniversary Tour!
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Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society: And so to Vauxhall - a walk around the celebrated gardens by Peter Medhurst
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society presents And so to Vauxhall - a walk around the celebrated gardens by Peter Medhurst.
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An Evening with Marian Keyes
Marian Keyes has a rare gift for making readers laugh, cry, and fall in love with her relatable characters. Now, she invites you into her world to explore her remarkable life and career.
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Merryn Glover: A Cairngorms Journey with Nan Shepherd
Merryn Glover's talk, part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People programme, is a celebration of Scotland's high and rocky heart and the people who explore it.
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An Audience with Celtic Legends: Martin O’Neill & Stiliyan Petrov
Enjoy an evening with Celtic legends, former manager Martin O'Neill and Stiliyan Petrov, LIVE on stage together at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
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Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland
Geologist Luisa spends her time sharing this world in an understandable way through social media platforms and her geology tour company.
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Mike Elm: Rolling with the Punctures
Cycle adventurer Mike Elm shares a few tales of inspiring people, punctures, and some silly puns from his seven-month, 8,000km jaunt.
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Celebrity chef James Martin is heading back on the road with his all new LIVE tour for 2025 including a date at the SEC Glasgow on Saturday 8th March!
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Glasgow Antiques and Fine Arts Society presents: Quiet Sentiment and Mysterious Magnitude - The paintings of William McTaggart by Ailsa Turner
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society presents Quiet Sentiment and Mysterious Magnitude - The paintings of William McTaggart by Ailsa Turner.
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Ash Sarkar: In Conversation
Join political commentator Ash Sarkar at The Glee Club Glasgow to discuss her explosive debut Minority Rule, which reveals how the collective power of ordinary people is under attack.
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Photographer and adventurer Matthew Phillips tells his amazing tale of four years on the island working for the British Antarctic Survey.
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Tech For Inclusion
Join Glasgow's leading event on tech inclusion. Connect, innovate, and drive change with industry leaders and forward-thinking organisations.
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PocketQube Conference
The 2025 PocketQube Conference, the biggest event for the world's smallest satellites, comes to Glasgow University Union between the 25th & 27th March!
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Author and researcher Adrian records the trials and tribulations of staff in the UK Hydrographic Department.
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Dr Rangan Chatterjee: The Thrive Tour
In a world of conflicting information, Dr Rangan Chatterjee will captivate you throughout an evening of powerful storytelling and inspirational stories!
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The Guilty Feminist Presents Deborah Frances-White Book Tour
Join the bestselling author of The Guilty Feminist, Deborah Frances-White, at The Glee Club as she discusses her new book, Six Conversations We're Scared To Have.
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Murder: Staged
Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour, Cheish Merryweather will bring Murder: Staged to the Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th April!
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ACE-Aware Nation - The Biology of Belonging
Human beings cannot thrive without a sense of belonging. Why? That is the question the ground-breaking ACE-Aware Scotland conference will explore.
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Rangers Legends Live!
Amassing more than 900 appearances for Glasgow Rangers FC, six Rangers legends are coming to the Glasgow Pavilion to talk about their action-packed football careers!
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Public Talk: A Talk about the Past, Present, and Potential Futures of Sauchiehall Street with Norry Wilson of Lost Glasgow
In this talk event at Mackintosh at the Willow, Norry Wilson of Lost Glasgow will present an illustrated history of Sauchiehall Street, the 'alley of willows'.
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Guenther Steiner: Unfiltered Live
Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner!
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The Makings Of A Murderer 2 - The Real Manhunter
Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK's top true crime theatre tour returns to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow with a brand-new lineup featuring Senior Investigating officer Colin Sutton!
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Danny Bowes: Maximum Chat
Thunder frontman and Planet Rock radio presenter Danny Bowes is set to embark on a UK tour with his highly anticipated one-man show, Maximum Chat. Don't miss him at Oran Mor Glasgow on June 7th!
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Killer Couples with Emma Kenny
Emma Kenny's Killer Couples promises an evening filled with intrigue, psychological depth, and discussions that will linger long after the show ends!
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Andy Murray - Centre Stage
Join Andy Murray in conversation with sports broadcaster Andrew Cotter, where they'll recount intimate and untold moments from Andy's career in this unforgettable live experience!
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Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos
Join Colonel Chris Hadfield for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond at the King' Theatre Glasgow on Thursday 19th June!
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Talks And Lectures Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Heritage Talk: From Dark into Light: A Southside Tale
Join Paul Noble on a time travelling journey from the vikings to the Victorians from objects he discovered in the crawl space under his house!
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Busby & Clarkston Horticultural Society Meetings
The Busby and Clarkston Horticultural Society is a gardening club for all who enjoy growing and learning about plants, why not join them for their exciting range of talks by knowledgeable speakers!
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Heritage Talk: Slavery and the Local Area
Join local historian and author Stuart Nisbet for a heritage talk on Slavery and the Local Area at Eastwood House on Tuesday 18th March.
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Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
John Barrowman - Laid Bare
John Barrowman is back, unwavering and uncensored, with his newest show Laid Bare, don't miss him live at the Howden Park Centre on Saturday 15th March!
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Gaz Oakley’s Tales of the Homestead - CANCELLED
In this one-of-a-kind show, Gaz Oakley will take you on a personal tour of his garden offering a behind-the-scenes look at life on the homestead and the journey he went on to get there.
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James Martin Live
Celebrity chef James Martin is heading back on the road with his all new LIVE tour for 2025 and stops off at the Usher Hall on Sunday 9th March!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Fife
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
John Barrowman: Laid Bare
John Barrowman is back, unwavering and uncensored, with his newest show Laid Bare, don't miss him live at Rothes Halls on 14th March!
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Anna Wells: Snowstorms and Summit Selfies
In 2024, Anna Wells became the first woman to complete a 'Winter Munro Round'. Join her as she recounts the highs and lows as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.
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Matthew Phillips: South Georgia: An Antarctic Island Paradise
Photographer and adventurer Matthew Phillips tells his amazing tale of four years on the island working for the British Antarctic Survey.
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Hari Budha Magar - No Legs, No Limits
From injured veteran to the world's first double above-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest; Hari Budha Magar shares his inspiring journey at Cumbernauld Theatre!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Paisley Heritage Talk & Presentation - Robert Burns & Witches
Join Paisley Heritage for their talk and presentation all about Robert Burns & Witches on Thursday 30th January!
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Paisley Heritage Group Event: Mill Movie Night
Take a step back in time and visit Ferguslie and Anchor Mills on screen at this special event hosted by Paisley Heritage Group,
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Dark Sky Viewing Nights
Take a closer look at Renfrewshire's stunning night sky at a series of Dark Sky Viewing Nights led by Led by John Pressly, Science Curator at One Ren's Paisley Museum, and the Countryside Rangers!
READ MORETalks And Lectures Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Talks And Lectures Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Speakers from the Edge presents: Sean Conway – Endurance
In ‘Endurance’, Sean Conway takes audiences on the journey, from miserable school portrait photographer, to world record holder!
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Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much
In this fascinating "Evening With", Stewart Copeland will talk about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer, and writer!
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Lawson Wood: 60 Years Underwater
Join underwater photographer Lawson Wood as he reflects on 60 years spent underwater as part of Royal Scottish Geographical Society's Inspiring People events.
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Highlight Talks
On selected days throughout the year the team at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and volunteers hold a Highlight Talk exploring the life and works of Robert Burns!
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Kirsty Fisher: The Journey West: Sailing Around the World
In January 2022, young geographer Kirsty set sail from Antigua on board a 72ft sailing yacht bound for a circumnavigation of the world.
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Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland
Geologist Luisa spends her time sharing this world in an understandable way through social media platforms and her geology tour company.
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Dr Adrian Webb: Churchill’s Secret Chart Makers
Author and researcher Adrian records the trials and tribulations of staff in the UK Hydrographic Department.
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