Events in Glasgow on 18 May 2024
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Events in Glasgow
A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season
A Play, A Pie and A Pint's fabulous Spring Season features 18 wonderful new plays which will shine a spotlight emerging writers, many of whom have never written for them before!
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A Wee Walk & A Whisky (or three!)
Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to the city on your trip with this small group tour with Walking Tours in Glasgow!
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Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties
Aaron West and The Roaring Twenties have announced a headline show at Saint Luke's Glasgow on Saturday 18th May!
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All Ages Retro Gaming Sessions At R-CADE
Get your game on at Glasgow's only family friendly retro gaming venue by booking one of their Retro Gaming Sessions!
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Art Exhibition: This Is Me
Polish artist Kalina Slusarska brings her latest exhibition 'This Is Me', inspired by Scotland's beauty, to Skypark from 17th May to 30th August.
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Awakenings: Six Foot Gallery’s Annual Spring Show
Six Foot Gallery is delighted to present its annual spring show, featuring work from twenty-seven artists across a diverse range of mediums and disciplines.
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Big Condo Records: First Lap Tour
Big Condo Records presents the First Lap Tour 2024 in Glasgow with The Glass Skies, The Froobz, Frog Soup, The Sapiens and the Cosmic Empire!
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Billy Gillies
Billy Gillies prepares to head to Glasgow again, this time for an epic show in SWG3 Galvanizers... you can expect non-stop trance, and tech-trance hits from start to finish!
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Black Edition: International Photography (Digital) Exhibition
The Glasgow Gallery of Photography presents a six week long exhibition called The Black Edition, themed on the colour black.
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Blue Rose Code Bright Circumstance Instore Performance and Signing
Assai Records Glasgow are delighted to welcome Blue Rose Code for an instore performance and signing in support of their album Bright Circumstance on Saturday 18th May!
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Boat Trips Helensburgh
Join Boat Trips Helensburgh for a tour of the Clyde Estuary, round the Sugar Boat Wreck, to the Holy Loch, up the River Clyde, and a variety of other places!
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Bongo’s Bingo Glasgow
Bongo's Bingo takes on Scotland and SWG3 Glasgow! Join us at our infamous bingo show for a unique twist on the traditional past time!
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Bookface Sip & Swap with author Sara Sheridan
Book lovers in Glasgow are eagerly anticipating a literary extravaganza as best-selling author Sara Sheridan takes centre stage as the guest author at the upcoming Bookface Sip & Swap event!
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Broomhill Hyndland Plant Sale
Whether you're plant fancy or just fancy a plant, bring your green thumbs on down to the annual Broomhill Hyndland Plant Sale at Hyndland Community Halls on Saturday 18th May!
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Bruce Dickinson
Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson is heading on a UK tour in support of his seventh studio album, The Mandrake Project, the tour will see him headline The Barrowlands on Saturday 18th May!
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Buds And Bakes At The Braes
Enjoy the views over Glasgow with a slice of cake and a coffee whilst grabbing a plant bargain or two at Trinley Brae Allotments on Saturday 18th May!
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Bungee For Quarriers
Quarriers, one of Scotland's leading social care charities, is thrilled to announce that it is involved in an exhilarating charity bungee jump taking place at the iconic Riverside Museum!
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Call Of Duty Deathmatch
Join R-CADE for an evening of shoot'n bad guys! They will set up a selection of Call of Duty titles on Xbox and Playstation where you can set up deathmatches in singles or teams!
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Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA
Discover the music of ABBA at the Merchants House of Glasgow under the gentle glow of candlelight at this live, multi-sensory musical experience!
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Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay and Ed Sheeran
Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay and Ed Sheeran at The Tall Ship at Riverside under the gentle glow of candlelight!
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Carmunnock Heritage Trail
Take a unique, free, self-guided, multi-media tour around Glasgow's last village - Carmunnock by following the Carmunnock Heritage Trail!
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Casual Drag
Edinburgh garage-punks Casual Drag return to headline Nice N Sleazy and launch their new single 'Can You Hear Me Now?' – with support from Vos Rough and Opium Clippers.
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Celtic Park Stadium Tour
Experience the magic within, soak up the history and feel the passion at Celtic Park Stadium, Scotland's largest football stadium, on this one hour guided tour.
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Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour
Join Walking Tours in Glasgow to explore the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy!
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Cirque - The Greatest Show
Cirque, the award-winning, smash-hit circus musical that is fun for all the family, will return to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th May!
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Copperfoil Stained Glass Suncatcher Weekend Workshop
Learn how to cut and shape glass to a template and then wrap each piece in foil tape before soldering together to make a beautiful suncatcher on this weekend workshop with Emma Lindsay Glass Studio!
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Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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Day Fever Glasgow
DAY FEVER COMES TO GLASGOW! Yes, that's right! Day Fever, the Saturday daytime disco, is returning to BAaD!
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Dead Girls Rising
Dead Girls Rising is a furious coming-of-age punk cabaret show about trying to survive in a violent patriarchy, our deepest fears, and how we seek to control them.
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Discover! Weekend Sessions
Join The Burrell Collection each weekend for a free drop in family session where you can get hands on and find out more about the collection through crafts, music and object handling!
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East Park: 150th Anniversary Exhibition
This exhibition explores the long history of East Park through a series of never-before-seen photographs at Maryhill Burgh Halls!
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English Teacher
Leeds indie heavyweights English Teacher have announced their biggest UK headline tour to date which will see them perform at King Tut's on Friday 18th May!
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Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
The smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie returns to Glasgow in 2024, don't miss it at the King's Theatre in May!
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Free Glasgow West End Walking Tour
Join a fun, informative and free small group walking tour around the West End of Glasgow discovering its history, stories and characters along the way!
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Gin Tour and Tastings
Isle of Cumbrae Distillers' Gin Tour and Tastings highlight the important role women played in the history of gin and showcase the colourful smuggling history of the Clyde and the history of Millport!
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girli Matriarchy Instore Performance & Signing
Assai Records Glasgow are delighted to welcome girli for an instore performance and signing in support of her album Matriarchy on Saturday 18th May!
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Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society: Atkinson Grimshaw: Master of Moonlight
Glasgow Antiques & Fine Arts Society present a talk by Alexandra Epps, Accredited Art Society lecturer, on painter Atkinson Grimshaw.
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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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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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Glasgow Life Museums Annual Art Competition
Glasgow Life Museums' prestigious Annual Art Competition is open to children aged 3-18 who are invited to visit their museums to paint or draw!
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Glasgow Music City Tours: Merchant City Tour
Get under the skin of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of Merchant City and the East End from Glasgow Music City Tours!
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Glasgow Music City Tours: Music Mile Tour
Feel the beat of Glasgow's vibrant music scene with this entertaining, guided walking tour of the city centre with Glasgow Music City Tours!
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Glasgow Street Art Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on this unique street art and modern culture tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track!
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Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!
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Gothic Glasgow
Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!
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Hand-Building: BYOB, Group Class - Make a Mug, Pot or Jug!
Join The Craft Pottery Studio for their most popular BYOB pottery session... a fun introduction to making ceramic forms using hand-building techniques!
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Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival
Helensburgh Beer and Gin Festival, The Wee Fest in The West, returns to Helensburgh and Lomond Civic Centre on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th May!
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Historic Tours of Glasgow University
Join a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
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Introduction to Fused Glass
Join Tim Kirman and Moira Buchanan at the Leith Collective, Glasgow Fort for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the basics of creating your own stunning fused glass piece!
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Jamie Shaka
Jamie of Shaka Loves You is back in the bar at Nice N Sleazy for his bi-monthly residency, he’ll be spinning funk, hip-hop, soul and lots more!
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Jesmonite Bum Pot Workshop
Join Braw Wee Craft Club for their Jesmonite Workshop and you'll go home with a couple of coasters or tea light holders and your own Bum Pot!
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Kelvin Hall Building Tour
Join the volunteer tour guides for a free 45 minute tour of Kelvin Hall and take a peek behind the scenes in Glasgow Museums' store!
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Kelvingrove Organ Recitals
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum holds delightful daily recitals by eminent local organists and visiting players!
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Kevin Fraser: Africa Is A Feeling
Witness the untamed spirit of Kevin Fraser’s unforgettable performances in Africa when he brings 'Africa Is A Feeling' to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall's New Auditorium on Saturday 18th May!
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King & Caboodle Cabaret: Queertures Of The Night
On Saturday May 18th, cross over into an alternate dimension full of bonkers beasts - that's right, the Southside of Glasgow, for the special King & Caboodle Cabaret 'Queertures Of The Night' edition!
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King’s Theatre Glasgow Building And Heritage Tour
This exceptional insight into the King's Theatre Glasgow is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before and grab some historical facts along the way!
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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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Merchant Square Craft & Design Fair
The Merchant Square Craft Fair & Design Fair is held every weekend, why not spend a relaxing afternoon browsing the stalls!
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Michael McIntyre: MACNIFICENT
Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT! Don't miss him live at the OVO Hydro over three nights in May!
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Modern Ballet Annual Performance
Be swept away by Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's BA Modern Ballet students as they take to the New Athenaeum stage for their annual dance showcase!
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Movement: International Photography Exhibition
The Glasgow Gallery of Photography are hosting a month long photography exhibition, showcasing Movement in photography at their exhibition space on High Street during May.
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Neon Brush: Sip & Paint Workshop in the Dark
There's a wind of creativity blowing through Glasgow! Neon Brush arrives at Arta and promises you a great time with friends after work or on the weekend.
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No Rush Hikes Around Glasgow
Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a women-only hill walk, perfect for those who want to spend time in beautiful landscapes without rushing!
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Paper Plate Lithography
Join artist printmaker Ralph Overill at Cass Art and learn the fundamentals of lithography during this low-fi and dynamic session!
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Pollok Parkrun
Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!
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Polmadie Car Boot Sale
Held on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, Polmadie Car Boot Sale is Scotland's only fully undercover car boot sale!
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Pottery Wheel: Group Introduction Class
Join The Craft Pottery Studio for one of their regular introduction to making ceramic forms using the potter's wheel sessions!
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Punch Needle Class
Learn the art of punch needle and how to make your own colourful rug art in this punch needle class run by Glasgow Artist Rachael Bell!
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Pussypower
Pussypower return to McChuills' legendary Acid Arch on Saturday 18th May!
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R&B Lovers
Get ready for a massive daytime 90s & 00s R&B Festival when R&B Lovers returns to SWG3 Glasgow on Saturday 18th May!
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R-CADE Over’s Gaming Sessions
Enjoy three hours of gaming in R-CADE's retro video game arcade with access to their specialised table top party games as part of their Over 18's Retro Gaming Sessions!
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Reportage: International Photography Exhibition
The Glasgow Gallery of Photography are hosting a month long photography exhibition, showcasing reportage in photography at their exhibition space on High Street during May.
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Rachmaninov Two
Rising star Patrick Hahn joins the RSNO at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Saturday 18th May for Rachmaninov, Liszt and more!
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The Gallery of Modern Art holds a regular, drop in, Saturday Morning Art Club for 5 to 12 year olds!
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Saturday Night Comedy
Treat yourself to an evening of award-winning comedy at Glee Club Glasgow, featuring four superb stand-up comedians that will keep you laughing until Monday!
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Saturday Nights at Arta
Enjoy live music on Saturday nights at Arta... entry to the venue is free before 11pm so why not book a table in the main bar and put the entry fee towards a cocktail!
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Second Hand Rose Sale
Love a good rummage? Adore a Jumble sale? Can't resist a car boot? Can't walk passed a charity shop? Then join the Britannia Panopticon for the Second Hand Rose Sale!
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Shawlands Farmers Market
Shawlands Farmers Market brings rural Scotland to the centre of Glasgow's Southside on the first and third Saturdays each month!
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SoulINQUEST
SoulINQUEST is a powerful touring photography exhibition that sheds light on state-related deaths and provides the opportunity for bereaved families to express their experiences.
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Spring Exhibition: In Full Bloom
The Glasgow Gallery is stepping into Spring with their new exhibition: In Full Bloom which runs until Saturday 18th May!
READ MORESpringburn Parkrun
Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!
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Springfest: The Scottish Food & Drink Festival
Springfest, The Scottish Food & Drink Festival, returns for 2024, celebrating delicious local produce on the beautiful bonny banks of Loch Lomond!
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Star Wars Walkabout at Riverside
The Imperial Army have released Stormtroopers to patrol the grounds of Riverside Museum... meet them as they surround the building!
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Sunbeam - Daytime Clubbing with Jon Pleased Wimmin
Sunbeam, a new daytime clubbing event, will head to SWG3 Glasgow on Saturday 18th May where cult icon DJ Jon Pleased Wimmin will headline!
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Table Top Sale
Join Dumbarton & District Pipe Band for their Table Top Sale on Saturday 18th May and help them raise funds for this season and tutoring of the youngest members.
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Teddy Swims
Georgia-born singer-songwriter Teddy Swims tours his stunning debut studio album, I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1), don't miss him live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 18th May!
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The Barras Market
With its iconic archways The Barras Market is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend, come along and grab yourself a bargain or two!
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The Brunch Project
The Brunch Project sees VEGA bring elevated days out to Glasgow city centre, with bigger and better entertainment than ever before plus decor and themed cocktails to match!
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The Comedy Cabaret
Three or more Top UK Comedians perform in The Comedy Cabaret's back-to-back variety show at Blackfriars Of Bell St on Fridays and Saturdays!
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The Dark Side Of Glasgow
Want to know about Bible John? The Human Crocodile? The Gorbals Vampire? Arthur Thompson and his kin? Look no further! take a trip through Glasgow's macabre past with The Dark Side Tours!
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The Fallen
Based on true events, The Fallen at Websters Theatre explores the stories of lives that were changed forever when unmarried mothers were forced to give their babies away for adoption.
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The George Ward Collection: Images of Old Maryhill
The George Ward Collection exhibition at Maryhill Burgh Halls captures a Maryhill suspended in time, invoking nostalgia for a long-lost city landscape, along Maryhill Road and beyond.
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The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour
Enjoy a walking tour and explore the thriving food scene of Glasgow's leafy west end with The Glasgow Food and Drink Tour!
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The Murder Trial Live
Take part in a live jury experience produced by real barristers based on a true story when the Murder Trial Live comes to Glasgow!
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The Sonu Nigam Show
Prepare for an unforgettable night at the SEC Glasgow filled with magical and electrifying performances from legendary singer Sonu Nigam!
READ MORETollcross Parkrun
Tollcross Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Tollcross Park in the East End of Glasgow!
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Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
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VIP Record Fair Glasgow
Browse the biggest selection of vinyl, CDs and memorabilia ever assembled in Scotland at the VIP Record Fair Glasgow on Saturday 18th May!
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Weegie Whackers Women’s and Non-binary Tennis Taster
On Saturday 18th May, Weegie Whackers are running a special event for LGBTQ+ women and non-binary people, with the aim of providing more tennis opportunities for queer folk!
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Wheels Of Life
Wheels of Life at Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre is a special show which features some of the earliest and most exquisite work created by Eduard Bersudsky in Russia.
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White Edition: International Photography Exhibition
The Glasgow Gallery of Photography presents a six week long exhibition called The White Edition, themed on the colour white.
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Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Free Try Bowls
Always fancied trying bowls? Join Giffnock Bowling Club on Saturday 18th May for one of their popular Try Bowls sessions!
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Giffnock South Art Club Art Exhibition and Sale
Don't miss Giffnock South Art Club's annual exhibition and sale at Giffnock South Parish Church on Saturday 18th May!
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Preloved Car Boot Sale
On Saturday 18th May I Love Clarkston are bringing Clarkston's first Preloved Boot Sale event to the Goods Yard Car Park (outside Clarkston Hall)!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Castle Street Market
Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: A Blackbird Sings
This long garden in a corner site of Glassel Park Estate is planted mostly by plant type with water features and an unheated conservatory contains cacti and insectivorous plants.
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Shifting Vistas: 250 Years of Scottish Landscape
250 Years of Scottish Landscape spans artistic production from 18th century to present day, with a selection of historic and contemporary artworks drawn from City Art Centre’s permanent collection.
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Brushstrokes
Did you know that OnFife museums look after an amazing collection of paintings, prints and drawings? Want to know more? Then come along to our exhibition 'Brushstrokes'!
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Family Days Out in in Fife
Come along to St Andrews Indoor Golf Centre and enjoy a great family golf day out!
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An Audience with Jonathan Veira - Not Dead Yet!
Beath & Cowdenbeath North Church is delighted to to announce that Jonathan Veira will return for an exceptional night of song, story and testimony on Saturday 18th May!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra
Hear the future of jazz in Scotland and further afield as the musicians of the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra showcase their prodigious talent at Strathaven Town Mill!
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New Lanark Maker’s Market
New Lanark's regular indoor and outdoor market's showcase the best of hand-made products from designers and producers across Scotland!
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Johnny Cash Roadshow
The Johnny Cash Roadshow, the only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family, is coming to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 18th May!
READ MOREEvents in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde
Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Renfrew Burgh Band In Concert With Brett Baker
Join Renfrew Burgh Band on Saturday 18th May for their spring concert in Renfrew Town Hall with guest soloist and virtuoso trombone player, Brett Baker!
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Foo Fifers plus The Red Hot Chilipinos
Foo Fifers, Scotland's Ultimate Foo's Tribute band, plus the Red Hot Chilipinos return to The Bungalow Paisley on Saturday 18th May!
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Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs!
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Here's a selection of events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Gorge Walking
Explore a local Gorge with one of Loch Ard Adventure Centre's instructors and learn how to move over rocks, in water, up waterfalls and through pools!
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Loch Ard Kayak Tours Full Day
Visit sites of interest, explore and immersive in the natural beauty, learn the history on and around the Loch with the Loch Ard Adventure Centre!
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Scotland’s National Hero
Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.
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Dalquharran Dash & Dander
Sign up for the inaugural Dalquharran Dash & Dander, a free community fun run set to take place along the picturesque Dalquharran Path Network as part of the Dailly Village Fete on Saturday 18th May!
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FREE Lochlea Whisky Tasting
Geraldo's are delighted to welcome back Patrick Dupuy of Lochlea Distillery for an in-store tasting of the Lochlea range of whiskies!
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History of Prestwick Airport Walking Tour
Prestwick Airport, just 30 miles south west of Glasgow has had a colourful history since aviation activity was first recorded over 110 years ago in 1913, find out more on one of these walking tours!
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Kilmarnock Farmers Market
Ayrshire Farmers Markets hold a market in Kilmarnock town centre on the third Saturday of each month!
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Largs Market
You'll find fresh produce and sweet treats, handmade crafts, jewellery, artwork, gifts, pet supplies and more at Largs Market every Saturday in Gallowgate Square!
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Short Attention Span Theatre
Six mini masterpieces are on the menu as Ayr’s leading cultural hub serves up another series of treats for theatre fans.
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