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The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

The Barrowlands is a true Glasgow institution and a must-visit destination for music lovers. Its history and atmosphere make it one of the most unique and memorable music venues in the world!

The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

About The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

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The Barrowlands is a historic music venue located in the east end of Glasgow, Scotland. Originally built in 1934 as a ballroom, it has since become an iconic concert venue known for its unique atmosphere and impressive acoustics. The building's Art Deco design, with its distinctive curved facade and neon lighting, adds to its allure and gives it a sense of grandeur.

Over the years, the Barrowlands has hosted some of the biggest names in music, including R.E.M., Oasis, The Cure, The Smiths, AFI, Green Day, U2, Blur, Bob Dylan, Björk, David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Stiff Little Fingers, Metallica, Blondie, INXS, Bloc Party, Justin Timberlake, Garbage, Sheryl Crow, Britney Spears, The Smiths, Marilyn Manson, Nine Inch Nails, and Elvis Costello, and, more recently, The Thrash band Megadeth in 2007, popular UK indie bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Babyshambles, The Zutons and Spark of Genius.

The Barrowlands has also proven to be a popular venue with successful homegrown talent, including Travis, Mogwai, Biffy Clyro, Franz Ferdinand, Orange Juice, Aztec Camera, Horse McDonald, Lloyd Cole and the Commotions, Love And Money, Deacon Blue, Del Amitri, Teenage Fanclub, Simple Minds, Big Country, The View, Idlewild and The Jesus and Mary Chain.

Its reputation as a top music venue has made it a popular destination for both local music fans and international artists.

In addition to its music events, the Barrowlands also hosts a range of other activities, including charity fundraisers, wrestling matches, and dance events. It has become an important part of Glasgow's cultural scene, attracting visitors from all over Scotland and beyond.

Upcoming Events at The Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

The Vintage Explosion

Selected dates between 28th December 2024 - 28th December 2025

Get yourself along to The Barrowlands for a night of astonishing Rock n roll, Soul & Rhythm and Blues from the amazing Vintage Explosion!

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Mec Lir, Kinnaris Quintet & Four Men and a Dog

17th January 2025

Celtic Connections proudly presents Mec Lir, Kinnaris Quintet & Four Men and a Dog live at The Barrowlands on Friday 17th January!

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corto.alto + friends: Made In Glasgow

18th January 2025

Mercury Prize nominated corto.alto is bringing a mini festival to The Barrowlands for a hometown show as part of Celtic Connections 2025!

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The Chair 20th Anniversary with FARA

24th January 2025

Formidable Orcadian eight-piece The Chair celebrate their 20th anniversary with a turbocharged mash-up of folk, blues, rock, dub, klezmer and more at The Barrowlands as part of Celtic Connections!

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From The Jam - Setting Sons 45th Anniversary Tour

25th January 2025

From the Jam will tour the UK celebrating the 45th Anniversary of The Jam's fourth studio album 'Setting Sons', don't miss them live at The Barrowlands on Saturday 25th January!

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KT Tunstall

31st January 2025

KT Tunstall celebrates her debut album, Eye to the Telescope, turning 20 with a celebration at The Barrowlands on Friday 31st January!

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The Bluebells

1st February 2025

The Bluebells are set to light up the Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom on Saturday 1st February for Celtic Connections 2025!

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JPEGMAFIA

2nd February 2025

JPEGMAFIA returns to The Barrowlands on Sunday 2nd February as part of his Lay Down My Life Tour!

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The Brian Jonestown Massacre

6th February 2025

The Brian Jonestown Massacre, named in tribute to the legendary Rolling Stones guitarist, will bring their upcoming tour to The Barrowlands on Thursday 6th February!

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Coldplace

8th February 2025

Coldplace are a truly authentic tribute to Coldplay in sight, sound and passion! Don't miss them live at The Barrowlands on Saturday 8th February!

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Countess Cabaret with Luann de Lesseps

13th February 2025

Real Housewives of New York City star Luann de Lesseps is back with a fresh new show that promises glamour, campery, and her very special sprinkling of old school cabaret!

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Sammy Rae & The Friends

15th February 2025

The unstoppable Sammy Rae & The Friends return for a string of huge shows early in 2025 including a night at The Barrowlands on Saturday 15th February!

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Circa Waves

16th February 2025

Circa Waves are back with their biggest tour to date in support of their spectacular new album 'Death & Love Pt.1', don't miss them live at The Barrowlands on Sunday 16th February!

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Cory Wong

17th February 2025

Jazz-funk-pop guitar legend and member of Vulfpeck, Cory Wong returns to the UK for his biggest shows to date! Don't miss him live at The Barrowlands on Monday 17th February!

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Sturgill Simpson

26th February 2025

Sturgill Simpson is coming to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 26th February as part of his upcoming 2025 tour, after releasing his new album, 'Passage Du Desire'.

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Opeth

2nd March 2025

Swedish progressive metal kings Opeth announce headline Scottish show at The Barrowlands on Sunday 2nd March with support from Grand Magus!

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Jack White

3rd March 2025

Jack White heads to the UK on his No Name Tour, don't miss him live at The Barrowlands on Monday 3rd March!

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Airbourne

6th March 2025

Fun-loving, rip-roaring, hard-partying Airbourne have announced that they'll bring their World Tour to The Barrowlands on Thursday 6th March!

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Franz Ferdinand

7th March 2025

Franz Ferdinand have announced a tour of the UK and Europe in support of their sixth studio album 'The Human Fear' which includes a night at The Barrowlands on Friday 7th March!

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Trance Classical

8th March 2025

Expect the biggest tracks from the likes of Tiesto, Armin Van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Paul Van Dyk and more, reimagined by a 24 piece orchestra when Trance Classical comes to The Barrowlands!

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Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory

12th March 2025

Singer-songwriter Sharon Van Etten returns to The Barrowlands in a new form with her band The Attachment Theory on Wednesday 12th March!

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The Lathums

13th March 2025 - 14th March 2025

Wigan's The Lathums are heading out on tour in 2025, catch them live at The Barrowlands on Thursday 13th and Friday 14th March!

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Stiff Little Fingers

17th March 2025

Stiff Little Fingers have announced they'll return to The Barrowlands for their annual St Patrick's show on Monday 17th March!

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Lauren Mayberry

20th March 2025

Lauren Mayberry brings her 'Vicious Creature' tour in support of her debut solo album to The Barrowlands on Thursday 20th March!

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You Me At Six

21st March 2025 - 23rd March 2025

British rock royalty, You Me At Six, take their final lap of the UK and Ireland for their farewell tour which will see them play The Barrowlands for three nights in March!

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Louis Dunford

25th March 2025

Louis Dunford will bring his tour, in support of his debut album 'Be Lucky', to The Barrowlands on Tuesday 25th March!

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Nathan Evans & The Saint PHNX Band

26th March 2025 - 27th March 2025

Scottish singer-songwriter Nathan Evans headlines The Barrowlands, with the backing of the Saint PHNX band, on Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th March!

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The Tumbling Paddies

29th March 2025

The Tumbling Paddies are rapidly becoming one of Ireland's most popular entertainment acts, don't miss them live at The Barrowlands on Saturday 29th March!

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Luke Combs UK

30th March 2025

Luke Combs UK, the world's leading tribute act to country mega star Luke Combs, has announced a show at The Barrowlands on Sunday 30th March!

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The Academic

2nd April 2025

The Academic will return to Glasgow on Wednesday 2nd April when they bring their latest tour to The Barrowlands!

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Olly Alexander

3rd April 2025

Olly Alexander announces, Up Close and Polari, a new European tour for 2025 which will see him headline The Barrowlands on Thursday 3rd April!

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The Zutons

4th April 2025

The Zutons head out on tour following the release of their latest album The Big Decider, their first record together in over 16 years, catch them live at The Barrowlands on April 4th!

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Kamasi Washington

6th April 2025

LA's beloved multi-instrumentalist, composer and bandleader Kamasi Washington had announced a headline show at The Barrowlands in support of his latest album, Fearless Movement!

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Manic Street Preachers

11th April 2025 - 12th April 2025

Welsh indie rock legends Manic Street Preachers have announced a UK tour, in support of their upcoming album Critical Thinking, they'll return to The Barrowlands for two nights in April!

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Brooke Combe

19th April 2025

Edinburgh vocalist and musician Brooke Combe has announced a headline show at The Barrowlands on Saturday 19th April!

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Viagra Boys

5th May 2025

Swedish post-punk band Viagra Boys have announced they'll return to The Barrowlands on Monday 5th May as part of their Infinite Anxiety tour!

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The Pogues

Selected dates between 6th May 2025 - 11th May 2025

The Pogues have announced their first UK headline tour in 13 years celebrating 40 years of their iconic album Rum Sodomy & the Lash, don't miss them live at The Barrowlands in May!

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Supergrass

8th May 2025 - 9th May 2025

Supergrass return to The Barrowlands to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their debut album, I Should Coco, by performing the album in full, before an encore of their greatest hits!

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Mogwai

17th May 2025 - 18th May 2025

Legendary band Mogwai have announced two nights at The Barrowlands on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May as part of their World Tour!

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Scotty McCreery

25th May 2025

Country star Scotty McCreery announces his long-awaited return to the UK next year, with headline dates across May including a night at The Barrowlands on Sunday 25th!

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Nessa Barrett

29th May 2025

Nessa Barrett is bringing the Aftercare World Tour to The Barrowlands on Thursday 29th May with special guest Sombr!

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Leftfield

5th June 2025 - 7th June 2025

British electronic music duo Leftfield have announced they'll bring their 'Celebrating 35 years of Original Bass and Beats' tour to The Barrowlands for three nights in June!

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Waxahatchee

8th June 2025

Waxahatchee returns to Scotland to play Glasgow's Barrowland Ballroom on Sunday 8th June in support of her acclaimed new album, Tigers Blood!

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The Waterboys

Selected dates between 14th June 2025 - 16th June 2025

The Waterboys will return to Scotland in June for a run of shows including a night at The Barrowlands on Saturday 14th and Monday 16th!

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Faye Webster

29th June 2025

Heading back out on tour, singer-songwriter Faye Webster will bring her conjunction of country stoicism and alternative indie to The Barrowlands on Sunday 29th June!

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Father John Misty

28th August 2025

Critically acclaimed, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Father John Misty has announced a night at The Barrowlands in August as part of a summer UK tour!

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Bleed From Within

12th October 2025

Metal kings Bleed From Within have announced a headline hometown Scottish show at The Barrowlands on Sunday 12th October as part of The Zenith Tour!

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The Boomtown Rats

18th October 2025

The Boomtown Rats are celebrating 50 Rat Years at selected venues around the UK as part of the 'Happy Birthday Boomtown' Tour, catch them live at The Barrowlands on October 18th!

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