Christmas in Glasgow.

Christmas in Glasgow has something for everyone with fabulous shopping, markets and fairs, pantos and Christmas shows. cinema and, of course, great festive dining.

Things to do over the festive season including shows, pantos, shopping, festive dining, music and markets.

 

Batman Returns at GFT

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Monday 15th December, 2025 at 5.40 p.m. And Thursday 18 December, 20s5 at 5.30 p.m. The monstrous Penguin, who dwells in the sewers beneath Gotham, joins up with corrupt mayoral candidate Max Shreck to topple the Batman once and for all. But when Shreck’s timid assistant Selina Kyle finds out, and Shreck tries to kill […]

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White Christmas at GFT

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Monday 15th December, 2025 at 12.30 p.m. and Sunday 21 December, 2025 – wheelchair accessible Singers Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) join sister act Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen) to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. While there, they run into General Waverly (Dean Jagger), the boys’ commander […]

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The Muppet Christmas Carol at GFT

STANDARD SCREENING (CAPTIONED): SAT 13 DEC, 11.30AM AUTISM FRIENDLY SCREENING: SAT 13 DEC, 12PM Audio Description available for both of these screenings ‘Tis the season for love, laughter, and one of the most cherished stories of all time! Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of […]

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Homeless Project Annual Christmas Dinner

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Thursday 25 December, 2025, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Event by Homeless Project Scotland McChuills 80 High St, Glasgow G1 1NL This Christmas, no one should be alone. Homeless Project Scotland is proud to host our Annual Christmas Dinner Party for all homeless and vulnerable individuals and families.  What’s Happening on the Day? Full Christmas DinnerGifts […]

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Cinder’s Fella, mini-panto Glasgow Green

cinder's fella mini panto

Daily until 4 January, 2026 Event by Folksy Theatre Glasgow Green Don’t miss your chance to catch this hilarious, family, 50 minute Glasgow panto.Join Cinder’s, Buttons and the ugly sisters in the Big Top at Glasgow Green. Filled with banter and songs that are guaranteed to have you laughing and singing along! Running till 4th Jan. […]

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Nemo Arts Winter Showcase

wasps studio winter showcase

Friday 12 December, 2025, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. The Briggait, WASPS Studios. Opposite the Nemo Arts Studio in the Clydeside Market Hall. Celebrate the achievements of Nemo Arts community with an inspiring afternoon of creativity, collaboration, and wellbeing – featuring performances from our Drama, Choir, Guitar, and Taiko Drumming Groups, and exhibitions from our […]

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Christmas Menu 2025: The Kelvin

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The Kelvin, 416 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow G4 9HZ Christmas Menu Book at The Kelvin this Christmas and enjoy festive dining with perfect seasonal dishes in a unique and atmospheric setting.  Whether celebrating for a work’s night out, a gathering of friends and family or a romantic table for two, The Kelvin’s tantalising festive […]

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A Cottier’s Christmas Carol

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10 – 30 December, 2025 By Paul Harper-Swan It is Christmas eve and the Pantosphere is full of festive fun and cheers. Everyone is except Anjelica Scrooge, the richest woman in Panto Land that everyone fears. Anjelica will be up all day and all night with ghostly guests from the past, present and future……. Glasgow, […]

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Soul on Sunday – Christmas Special

Sunday 21st and Sunday 28th December, 2025 Scotland’s No.1 daytime soul event BAaD the Barras, 54 Carlton Glasgow G40 2SB Buy tickets Get ready to bring in the Christmas spirit in true SOS style! This festive edition features a live performance from Soul Vibrations – a powerhouse 3-part harmony male group guaranteed to light up […]

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Glasgow Art Club Christmas Fayre

glasgow art club christmas fayre

Friday, 12 December,2025 — 1pm to 7pm and Saturday, 13 December,2025 — 11am to 5pm Glasgow Art Club 185 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4HU Glasgow Art Club welcomes you to a magical festive weekend packed with incredible stalls, original art, and beautiful handcrafted gifts. Whether you’re hunting for that perfect, one-of-a-kind present for someone special—or […]

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The Krampus Christmas Market

the krampus christmas market

13 and 14 December, 2025, 12 noon – 5 p.m.  The Gothic Market and Trades Hall Trades Hall Trades Hall;Glassford St, Glasgow G1 1UH DARKEST MARKET RETURNS… Biggest event of the year returns to Trades Hall on the 13th and 14th of December – along with Krampus and his cronies. ALTERNATIVE CLOTHING • ART • CRAFTS • […]

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Jingle Bell-A-Houston Christmas Market

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Saturday 13 December, 2025 – 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bellahouston Park, 31 Bellahouston Dr, Bellahouston, Glasgow G52 1HH Too Good To Throw Market Glasgow club Bellahouston  GLASGOW’S BIGGEST INDOOR POP-UP CHRISTMAS MARKET IS COMING! Get ready for the Jingle Bell-a-houston Christmas Market, brought to you by Too Good To Throw Market Events!  This isn’t […]

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The Last Minute Christmas Party – Helensburgh

the last christmas party helensburgh

Saturday 20 December, 2025, 7.30 -11.59 p.m. Tickets at Eventbrite – £6.12 (inc Eventbrite fee) Helensburgh and Lomond Civic Centre,  38 E Clyde St, Helensburgh G84 7PG THE LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS PARTY! Helensburgh, it’s time to clock out, let loose, and celebrate together—because this year, the whole town is one big workplace, and this is […]

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Gallus in Weegieland

Gallus in Weegieland

19 November, 2025 – 4 January 2026 The Tron Theatre, 63 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HB- ‘Have I gone mad? I’m afraid so, but let me tell you something, the best people usually are.‘ The West End is in crisis. Our beloved Gallus has their ballet exam today and can’t remember the difference between good toes […]

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The Little Mermaid

The Little Mermaid

22 November, 2025 – 4 January 2026 Kings Theatre, 297 Bath Street, Glasgow G2 4JN With Peter Pan smashing Box Office records, Glasgow King’s Theatre will be taking audiences on a magical adventure under the sea this Christmas with The Little Mermaid. Join Glasgow pantomime superstar Elaine C Smith, and the King’s favoutite funny-man Johnny […]

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Palestinian Makers Christmas Market Glasgow West End

Palestine Makers Christmas Market

Saturday 6 December, 2025 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday 13 December, 2025 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, Saltoun Street (off top of Byres Road) Glasgow G12 9AR PalCafe’s Palestinian Christmas Makers Markets All the products are made in Palestine with proceeds going directly to the makers*, supplied by Hadeel in […]

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Govan Winter Gathering – School Choirs

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Saturday. 6 December, 2025, 1 p.m. – 2.00 p.m. Come join all the local schools from around Govan for this year’s Govan Winter Gathering! FairField Club, Govan, 211 Crossloan Rd, Glasgow G51 3QD No tickets required. The Glasgow Barons supporting local music

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Beauty and the Beast at the Citizens

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2 – 31 December, 2025 A magical fairytale with a festive twist – full of laughter, mystery, and heart. Beauty and the Beast by Lewis Hetherington. This enchanting new production of Beauty and the Beast by Lewis Hetherington (Red Riding Hood) marks the return of the Citz Christmas show – a joyful adventure for all the family. Step into […]

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Jock and the Beanstalk at The Pavilion

jock and the beanstalk

3 December 2025 – 11 January, 2026 Pavilion Theatre, 121 Renfield St, Glasgow G2 3AX Come and join us for a GIANT of a panto with the fabulous festive adventure Jock and the Beanstalk.  Produced by award-winning Imagine Theatre, who brought you Treasure Island and Beauty and the Beastie, the show stars all of your favourite Pav panto pals: Liam Dolan, […]

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Woodlands Community 15 Years Anniversary

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Sunday 14 December, 2025, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Woodlands Community Locations Woodlands Community Meeting Room and Events Terrace, 66 Ashley Street, G3 6HW Woodlands Community Garden, 91-101 West Princes Street, G4 9BY GAMH Community Hub / Flourish House, 23-25 Ashley St, G3 6DR Free. Donations Welcome An interactive exhibition in the Community Meeting Room […]

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Christmas Lambhill Stables and Community Hub

Christmas Event Lambhill Stables

Saturday 13 December, 2025, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. Lambhill Stables, 11 Canal Bank North, Glasgow G22 6RD Come along and enjoy: Staff v Young People at Football Free Hot Chocolate Games Dancing Choirs and Stalls – and maybe a special guest!!!  

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Artie’s Singing Kettle at Cottiers

arties singing kettle cottiers

Sunday, 4 January, 2025 at 11.30 a.m. and 2 p.m. At Cottiers, 93 – 95 Hyndland Street, Glasgow G11 5PU Artie’s Back with the Original Singing Kettles! Bring in the New Year at Cottiers. Featuring Singalongs, Christmas Favourites, Party Games, and Nostalgia for Adults. Celebrate the Festive Season with the classic family show. Dress up […]

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Blair and Sheridan – Unique and Desirable Jewellery Glasgow

diamond and pearl pendant blair and sheridan

417 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow, G4 9JA 00 44 (0)141 334 0557 www.blairandsheridan.co.uk/ Perfect Christmas Gifts at Blair and Sheridan Unique and Desirable Jewellery at Blair and Sheridan Bespoke Jewellery at Blair and Sheridan Whether you’re marking a milestone, gifting with purpose, or simply indulging in something extraordinary, Blair and Sheridan’s bespoke design service […]

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Christmas Concert Vocal Dynamics

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Friday 5 December, 2025  – 7 p.m. Partick Victoria Park Church, 259 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow G11 6AB Free Vocal Dynamics Choir – Fundraiser for Homeless Charity Refreshments provided  

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Scottish Carol Service with Hue and Cry, Nathan Evans and The Saint PHNX Band

Hue and Cry and Nathan Evans

Thursday 11 December, 2025, 6.30 p.m. Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church,  Saltoun St, Glasgow G12 9AR Nordoff and Robbins, the UK’s largest music therapy charity, has announced that pop duo Hue and Cry and chart-topping Nathan Evans and The Saint PHNX Band will perform as part of its first ever Scottish Carol Service, Presented by OVO, […]

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Friday, November 28, 2025 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Community event, Music

The Snow Queen – Golden Friendships Panto

the snow queen golden friendships panto

Thursday 11 December, 2025 Show starts 6 p.m. Golden Friendships Community Hall, 18 Nairn Pl, Clydebank G81 4AU Free event (Donate a selection box this Christmas – drop off point Barrhead Travel, Clydebank Shopping Centre)

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Monday, November 24, 2025 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Pantos and Christmas Shows in Glasgow

Christmas Lights Switch On Knightswood Cross Glasgow

christmas tree lights switch on knightswood

Thursday 27 November, 2025 at 3 p.m. Christmas Tree Switch On 4 p.m. Event by High Knightswood & Anniesland Community Council St Margarets Church Knightswood Cross 2000 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G13 2HA Come along for a festive afternoon as the Christmas spirit is brought to Knightswood Cross with the annual Christmas Lights Switch-On! Last year, […]

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Glasgow Makers’ Market – The Briggait

Christmas Makers Market

Saturday 22 November, 2025 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Christmas Makers Market The Briggait, 141 Bridgegate, Glasgow G1 5HZ Craft & Flea brings together the best independent makers, collectors, designers, and creatives from your area. Support small businesses by shopping local at our unique twist on the traditional craft market. With a wide selection of […]

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Thursday, November 20, 2025 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Markets, Shopping

Glasgow’s Winter Wonderland 2025

Glasgow'a Winter Wonderland

Fun for all the family 21 November 2025 – 4 January 2026 This Christmas, experience the season like never before – in true Glasgow style!  Featuring two prime locations, our Winter Wonderlands on Glasgow Green and St Enoch Square, are bursting with festive fun, family attractions and seasonal entertainment.  It’s the perfect way to soak […]

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers

Clarice Pears Christmas Celebration G12

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Saturday, November 22nd, 2025, 12–4 p.m. Clarice Pears Building, University of Glasgow, 90 Byres Rd, G12 8TB Free event. Get ready to jingle all the way and enjoy some festive magic on Byres Road. Open to everyone – no ticket required. Brought to you by the Byres Road & Lanes Business Improvement District and The […]

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