Oran Mor
Formerly Kelvinside Parish Church, Òran Mór, Gaelic for 'great melody of life' or 'big song', is a thriving arts & entertainment venue in the heart of Glasgow's West End!
About Oran Mor
| Oran Mor Byres Road, Glasgow West End G12 8QX | |
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Òran Mór, meaning the 'great melody of life' or 'big song', is a cultural centre and meeting place in the heart of Glasgow's West End. Inside are two bars, two restaurants, a nightclub and stunning private event space available for hire in this converted church, formerly Kelvinside Parish Church.
Refurbishment began in 2002 and Òran Mór opened its doors in June 2004. Since then it has introduced a varying programme of events including new musical talents, comedy nights, regular club nights and, of course, the hugely successful A Play, A Pie and A Pint series.
Òran Mór has also successfully hosted a range of private events including product launches, awards' dinners, weddings, fashion shows and conferences.
The Brasserie Restaurant uses Scottish produce wherever possible, freshly prepared by an in-house team of chefs. Bar meals are also served in the Whisky and Victorian Bars, incorporating the John Muir Room restaurant.
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Upcoming Events at Oran Mor
A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season
A Play, A Pie and A Pint's fabulous Spring Season will take you all over the world, from a gothic thriller set in the Highlands to an affecting comedy at a sun-drenched Moroccan spa!
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The Young’Uns
The Young'uns' live shows are renowned roller coaster rides so you won't want to miss them when they return to Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 17th April as they celebrate 20 years of singing together!
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Sing a Song: A Tribute to The Carpenters
Sing a Song: A Tribute to The Carpenters celebrates all the hits of Karen and Richard, they're a must-see for Carpenters fans and music lovers alike!
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Cut Capers
Cut Capers is a dynamic nine-piece band from Bristol, UK, known for their energetic fusion of swing funk, soul, hip-hop, and ska. Don't miss them live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 19th April!
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Nirvana Unplugged Experience
Relive Nirvana's legendary 1993 performance as Ewan Mackenna and a talented band pay homage to MTV Unplugged's most famous concert when they bring the Nirvana Unplugged Experience to Oran Mor!
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GT (Groove Theory) Easter Sunday Day Party
GT (Groove Theory) takes over Òran Mór in the heart of the west end for a vibrant Day Party on Easter Sunday!
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Spring Fling Ceilidh
Join Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 25th April for a joyful evening of dancing with the brilliant Kilter Ceilidh Band!
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Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan
Nearly Dan: The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan are real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician young or old, catch them at Oran Mor on April 26th!
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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 27th April!
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Charlie Cunningham
Charlie Cunningham has announced a major headline tour for 2025 including a night at Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 1st May!
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Horatio Gould: Return of the Space Cowboy
Following his sell-out debut show, viral sensation Horatio Gould brings his much-anticipated show, Return of the Space Cowboy, to Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 2nd May!
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The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience
The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience are the UK's Number 1 tribute to The Sensational Alex Harvey Band! Catch them live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 3rd May!
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The Gray Plays
The Gray Plays, at Oran Mor Glasgow, is a concert reading of four rarely-seen short plays from writer and illustrator Alasdair Gray.
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The Magic Mod
Rock 'n' Rolls favourite magician, The Magic Mod, is returning to Glasgow for a night at Oran Mor on Thursday 8th May!
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Made In Liverpool - Beatles Tribute
Catch Beatles tribute and residents of the world famous Cavern Club, Made In Liverpool, when they return to Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 10th May!
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Robben Ford
Legendary guitarist Robben Ford is set to make a triumphant return to the UK with a series of highly anticipated live performances, including a date at Oran Mor on Sunday 11th May!
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Noah Gundersen
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Noah Gundersen is heading out on a European tour in 2025, catch him live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 11th May!
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Football Ramble
Expect loads of laughs, never-before-seen sketches, and a journey through football history like no other when Football Ramble comes to Oran Mor Glasgow on Monday 12th May!
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Jerron Paxton
Performing his latest debut album, Things Done Changed, don't miss Jerron Paxton live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Tuesday 13th May!
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Robin Trower
Legendary guitarist Robin Trower is BACK and ready to light up stages across the UK! Don't miss him live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 15th May!
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The Devout: Depeche Mode Tribute
Fast becoming recognised as the UK's premiere Depeche Mode tribute band, don't miss The Devout live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 16th May!
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Broadway in the Bar
Broadway in the Bar - A first-class professional cast from Insideout Productions will sing your favourite showstoppers at Oran Mor!
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Andrew Cushin
Singer-songwriter Andrew Cushin has announced a gig at Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 25th May as part of his 'Love Is For Everyone' Tour!
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Maiden Scotland
Maiden Scotland, the longest running and best known tribute to British heavy metal legends Iron Maiden, will play Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 31st May!
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Eli Waltz and Korina Zambrano
Two songwriters, two guitars, and a night of honest, unvarnished folk music... don't miss Eli Waltz and Korina Zambrano live at Oran Mor Glasgow as part of their Fairy Tales & Ghosts tour!
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Andy McKee
Among the world's finest acoustic guitarists, Andy McKee has announced a string of UK shows including a night at Oran Mor Glasgow on Tuesday 3rd June!
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Lisa McHugh
Get ready for an unforgettable tour experience as Ireland's Queen of Country-Pop, Lisa McHugh, brings her honest and raw new show to Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 5th June!
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Nick Mulvey
Acclaimed artist and songwriter Nick Mulvey has announced a headline show at Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 6th June!
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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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Shonen Knife
Join Shonen Knife as they delve into an extensive back catalogue ranging from solid thrash rock through to hit parade melodies when they play Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 8th June!
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Dirty Harry - Blondie Tribute
Dirty Harry is the only tribute band for the true Blondie fan! Catch them when they return to Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 14th June!
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The Chesterfield Kings + The Len Price 3
Garage Rock Legends The Chesterfield Kings return to the UK for a string of headline shows including a night at Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 15th June!
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Chris Turner: Spontaneous
Chris Turner is hitting the road with his show, Spontaneous. If you've ever wondered what happens when stand-up meets improv rap looks like, this is it!
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Baiana Feat Snowboy and the Haggis Horns
Glasgow Jazz Festival welcome Baiana feat. Snowboy and The Haggis Horns to Oran Mor Glasgow for a night of Brazilian-inspired musical magic!
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The Devil Makes Three
In support of their new album 'Spirits', The Devil Makes Three have announced a date at Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 22nd June!
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Bill Callahan
Bill Callahan will return to UK shores this summer for a run of dates including a night at Oran Mor Glasgow on Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th July!
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McFleetwood
Don't miss McFleetwood, one of Scotland's brightest tributes, when they return to Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 2nd August!
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Oasis 96 & Kasabian’t
Can't make Oasis at Murrayfield? Experience the next best thing! Oasis 96 & Kasabiain't bring the anthems, attitude and energy of Oasis & Kasabian.
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Evan Honer
Indie-Americana and alternative pop artist Evan Honer will bring his Everything I Wanted UK/EU Tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Monday 18th August!
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Luke Haines & Peter Buck
Luke Haines and Peter Buck return to Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 30th August as part of their upcoming UK tour!
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Richy Mitch & the Coal Miners
Seattle-based musicians Richy Mitch & the Coal Miners will bring their 'Colorado's On Fire Again' tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Wednesday 3rd September!
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The McCommitments
The Saviours of Soul are here... the hardest working band in showbusiness The McCommitments will headline Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 5th September!
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Still Marillion
StillMarillion pay tribute to Marillion when they return to Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 13th September!
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Josh Berry: Best Man
Josh Berry returns to Oran Mor Glasgow with his riotous new show Best Man, filled with rage-inducing impressions and characters that hilariously explore the idea of toxic masculinity.
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Simple Minded and Deacon Blues
Don't miss an evening celebrating two of Scotland's greatest musical exports, Deacon Blue and Simple Minds at Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 20th September!
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Brìghde Chaimbeul
Don't miss award-winning smallpipes player Brìghde Chaimbeul live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Wednesday 24th September!
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Calum MacPhail
Scottish accordionist and vocalist Calum MacPhail will headline Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 26th September!
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Thomas Green - Brainstorm
Comedian Thomas Green is taking new show Brainstorm across the UK in 2025 which will include a night at Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 3rd October!
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Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 - There’s No Bloke Without Fire
Basic Bloke 2 – There's No Bloke Without Fire is the latest tour from Geoff Norcott and his first under a Labour government, so he's got plenty to get off his chest!
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Mass of the Fermenting Dregs
Japanese post-hardcore/shoegaze trio, Mass of The Fermenting Dregs, will bring their European tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 10th October!
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Katie Gregson-MacLeod
Catch Scottish singer-songwriter Katie Gregson-MacLeod when she plays Oran Mor Glasgow on Monday 13th October!
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Sofia Camara
Sofia Camara brings her first headline tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Tuesday 14th October!
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Hollie McNish
With fans ranging from Emma Watson, Pink and Benjamin Zephaniah, Ted Hughes Award winner Hollie McNish is a poet whose readings are not to be missed!
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Albert Lee
With his unique blend of rock 'n' roll and country ballads this is your chance to see true legendary guitarist, Albert Lee, in action at Oran Mor Glasgow on Monday 20th October!
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Babatunde Aléshé: High Expectations
Join multi-award-winning comedian Babatunde Aléshé as he this time guides us through family life, his new found fame and the joys of Costco in this hilarious new stand up show!
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Kris Barras’ Hollow Souls
Kris Barras is back with Hollow Souls, an exciting new musical collective that takes him back to his blues rock roots. Don't miss them live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Tuesday 4th November.
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Lack of Afro
Lack of Afro has announced the largest ever tour across the UK later this year, supporting a new LP of fresh material, with a date at Oran Mor on Friday 7th November!
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Jamie Duffy
Rising Irish composer Jamie Duffy has announced a headline show at Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 8th November!
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XGenerationX
Celebrated original Generation X drummer Mark Laff returns with XGENERATIONX for a UK tour in November, don't miss them live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Wednesday 12th!
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Willy Mason
American blues, folk and country singer Willy Mason is returning on tour to Europe in 2025, which will see him play Oran Mor Glasgow on Thursday 13th November!
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Stone Foundation
Stone Foundation have collaborated with Paul Weller, Nolan Porter, Graham Parker, Carleen Anderson, Kathryn Williams and many more... catch them live at Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 15th November!
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The Damn Truth
Critically acclaimed psychedelic Montreal four-piece rock'n'roll band the Damn Truth return to the UK in November, don't miss them at Oran Mor Glasgow on Sunday 16th!
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Declan O’Rourke
Declan O'Rourke celebrates 20 years of his debut album, Since Kyabram, with two headline shows at Oran Mor Glasgow on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd November!
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Bywater Call Plus Dan Patlansky
Get ready for a soul-stirring, high-energy ride as Bywater Call, the electrifying 7-piece Southern Soul and Roots Rock sensation from Toronto, returns to Oran Mor Glasgow in November!
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Cloudbusting: The Music of Kate Bush
Cloudbusting have been championed by BBC One as one of the most authentic tributes to Kate Bush in the world, don't miss them when they return to Oran Mor Glasgow in December!
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Josie Long: Now Is the Time Of Monsters
Josie Long is back with a new show about discovery, wonder, extinction and how to walk through a landscape of monstrous disaster, catch her at Oran Mor on Friday 5th December!
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Seth Lakeman
Westcountry folk singer and multi-instrumentalist Seth Lakeman returns to Glasgow for a headline show at Oran Mor on Tuesday 9th December!
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The Slow Readers Club
Manchester's The Slow Readers Club will bring their special anniversary tour, celebrating ten years since their seminal breakthrough album Cavalcade, to Oran Mor on Friday 12th December!
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Bez In Conversation
Join 'Madchester' legend Bez as he discusses his unbelievable scrapes with mortality, periods of financial ruin, and narcotic-strewn hi-jinks at this in conversation event at Oran Mor Glasgow!
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Desperados - A Tribute To the Eagles
Desperados will deliver a rip roaring set from the outstanding back catalogue of one of the greatest band's in history, The Eagles when they return to Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 14th February!
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Rust for Glory - A Tribute To Neil Young
Internationally acclaimed Neil Young tribute band Rust For Glory will play Oran Mor Glasgow on Saturday 28th February!
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A Play, A Pie and A Pint
Oran Mor Byres Road,
Glasgow West End G12 8QX
Oran Mor's groundbreaking lunchtime theatre programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, began back in 2004 and now commissions and produces a staggering 38 new plays each year.
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Something a wee bit naughty is brewing on Brunswick St. If you dig stiff drinks, late nights and basement gigs then you’re in for a treat!
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A Play, A Pie and A Pint
Oran Mor's groundbreaking lunchtime theatre programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, began back in 2004 and now commissions and produces a staggering 38 new plays each year.
READ MORE
Flight Club Glasgow
Step into the heart of George Street's most stunning heritage building, where Flight Club Glasgow are turning socialising into an epic adventure!
READ MORE
The Clutha Bar
Voted as one of the top 3 pubs in Glasgow for live music. Something on every night.Try our new food menu - Everything freshly cooked and prepared daily...
READ MORE
ONeills Grand Central Glasgow
You’ll always find a warm welcome at O'Neill's Grand Central in Glasgow. It’s a place where you can enjoy the craic whether you fancy a few rounds...
READ MORE
Fayre Play Glasgow
Fayre Play Glasgow is the perfect place for visitors to clown around and enjoy a nostalgic mix of fairground favourites with a competitive edge, made over with a Scottish twist!
READ MORE
Absurd Bird Glasgow
Born out of a passion for great food, drink & a love affair with the deep south. Absurd Bird Glasgow will take you on a journey full of colour & flavours. Sit back & let us look after you!
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Carlton George Glasgow
Located right in the heart of Glasgow the Carlton George Hotel is the perfect city centre base!
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The Machair Bar
The Machair Bar is a contemporary Scottish venue situated in Kelvinbridge. We offer a combination of traditional food and music with modern themes.
READ MORE
The Amsterdam
Something a wee bit naughty is brewing on Brunswick St. If you dig stiff drinks, late nights and basement gigs then you’re in for a treat!
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The Gallery
The Gallery Bar is an LGBT run bar in the the heart of Glasgow's Merchant City, we pride ourselves on inclusivity!
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Wunderbar Glasgow West End
Inspired by bier kellers from around the globe, Wunderbar Glasgow West End is a place to discover new things and be your own kind of weird and wunderful!
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The Scotia
If you like to eat home cooked food in cosy pub which oozes old world charm, then The Scotia is the place for you!
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