Christmas in Glasgow.

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

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

Christmas Movies at Glasgow Film Theatre 2019

Alternative Pantos and Christmas Shows by Fionnuala Boyle 

The Snaw Queen, The Tron, 29 November 2016 – 7 January, 2017

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She’s no’ just frozen…. she’s Baltic! Kristine Cagney Kringle and her toy workshop are gearing up for the biggest, bestest festive season yet. However, there’s a magic mirror just waiting to be dropped, and once it is, Christmas will be gone FOREVER!  Join us on the ultimate quest to save the pantosphere from the evil Snaw Queen and her […]

Read the full article: The Snaw Queen, The Tron, 29 November 2016 – 7 January, 2017

The Night After Christmas, The Tron, 29 November – 31 December, 2016

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Twas the night after Christmas, All the presents unwrapped, Santa and Rudolph away for a nap, We know they’ll be hungry when they wake from their sleep, Why don’t we make them a nice tasty treat? Two elves do the cooking, A feast to prepare, Grab a knife and a fork, And we’ll see you […]

Read the full article: The Night After Christmas, The Tron, 29 November – 31 December, 2016

Simon’s Magical Christmas Socks, Citizens Theatre Glasgow, 8 – 31 December, 2016

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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland An intimate, interactive and fun-filled festive show for little ones aged 3-6 years. Simon Smith is an ordinary boy who is given extraordinary socks from a mysterious stranger. When he finds out that Santa is in a pickle and needs his help, his magic socks and a merry band of friends […]

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Hansel and Gretel, Citizens Theatre Glasgow, 6 December, 2016 – 7 January, 2017

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A delicious festive treat for all the family this Christmas! Abandoned in a deep forest with no way of finding their way home, Hansel and Gretel stumble upon an extraordinary house. Tired and hungry, the siblings are lured inside by a cruel witch who plots to devour them. Hansel and Gretel must use their combined […]

Read the full article: Hansel and Gretel, Citizens Theatre Glasgow, 6 December, 2016 – 7 January, 2017

Aladdin, SECC, 10– 31 December, 2016

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Aladdin     SECC – Clyde Auditorium     Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW 10th Dec 2016 to 31st Dec 2016 Packed with all the traditional panto ingredients, Aladdin features laugh out loud comedy, stunning scenery and beautiful costumes. Expect flying carpets, a wish-granting genie, an evil sorcerer and a lamp-full of laughs. With Marti Pellow and […]

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Cinderella, The King’s Theatre Glasgow, 2 December, 2016 – 8 January, 2017

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The Mother of All Pantos Returns to The Kings   The Kings Theatre, 297 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4JN Cinderella – Overview Yes – we’ll all go to the ball! This Christmas the Kings Theatre welcome back the magic of the Fairy Godmother, the sparkle of a pair of glass slippers and of course the […]

Read the full article: Cinderella, The King’s Theatre Glasgow, 2 December, 2016 – 8 January, 2017

Elfie’s Magical Adventure, The Pavilion, 24 November 2016 – 15 January, 2016

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24 November 2016 – 15 January 2017 Full of slapstick fun and sing-along Christmas Songs. With Liam Dolan, Nicola Park, Stephen Purdon, Grado, Craig Glover, Ewen Cameron and Cat Harvey. Pavilion Theatre 121 Renfield St, Glasgow G2 3AX  Booking information Box Office Telephone: 0141 332 1846

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Southside Film – The Bishop’s Wife, Pollok House with Christmas Dinner, 16 December, 2016

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THE BISHOP’S WIFE  (U, 109mins) WITH CHRISTMAS DINNER |         POLLOK HOUSE| 7.30PM | FRIDAY 16 DECEMBER 2016 | £40 Heavenly bells are ringing, jubilant choirs are singing, and Christmas joy is blanketing the world like freshly fallen snow. But the Yuletide spirit has yet to warm Bishop Henry Brougham’s Victorian home. Struggling […]

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Helen Lothian and The McOpera Ensemble, Hyndland Parish Church, Saturday 3 December, 2016

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Helen Lothian and The McOpera Ensemble Hyndland Parish Church, Glasgow G12 9JE An exciting line up of performers , including  Helen Lothian (Soprano ), Derek Clark (Piano) and musicians from Scottish Opera -The McOpera Ensemble -Tony Moffat,Terez Korondi ,Rachel Davis and Sarah Harrington.        Join them for a wonderful evening of Christmas music ranging from […]

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The Drugstore Social, Cafe´and Cocktail Bar, Yorkhill, Glasgow

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The Drugstore Social Cafe and Cocktail Bar, 67 Old Dumbarton Road, Yorkhill,  G3 8RF Today my friend Frances and I went along to The Drugstore Social for her birthday lunch. The new cafe and cocktail bar is the latest addition to the Kained Holdings group – who run nearby Lebowski’s, Porter & Rye and The […]

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Unwrapped: Christmas Exhibition at Thistle Gallery, 5 November – 24 December, 2016

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Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art, 56 Park Rd, Glasgow G4 9JF 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com/ Unique Gifts – ‘Unwrapped’ Thistle Gallery’s much anticipated Christmas Exhibition runs from November 5th until December 24th with an exceptional array of unique and bespoke gifts …..from some of our leading Scottish contemporary artists. Whether it’s a painting, jewellery, ceramics, […]

Read the full article: Unwrapped: Christmas Exhibition at Thistle Gallery, 5 November – 24 December, 2016

Little Birds Christmas Market, Sloans, 20 November, 2016.

Join Little Birds for a fabulous chance to pick up a great gift for those special people in your life! Winter Graduation is fast approaching and we have loads of smashing, quirky gifts for graduates. Christmas is just around the corner too, 7 weeks - eek! Little Birds setting up early for Christmas so you don't need to get involved in the last-minute rush. Pace yourself and wander round our relaxed indoor market, choosing from personalised gifts, handmade specialist cards, homeware, jewellery and more. Don't forget to stop in at the Mrs Sloan's Tearoom for some warming meals or Afternoon Tea before stepping back out into the Scottish weather! Handmade Arts & Crafts and Vintage Exhibitors; click here for info http://www.littlebirdsmarket.co.uk/exhibitor-area/4591740528

Sloans, Argyle Arcade, 108 Argyle Street, G2 8BG  Sunday, 20 November, 2016. 12.00 till 4 p.m. Winter Graduation and Christmas Gifts Join Little Birds for a fabulous chance to pick up a great gift for those special people in your life! Winter Graduation is fast approaching and we have loads of smashing, quirky gifts for […]

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Carrie The Musical, Websters Theatre, 2 – 5 November, 2016

Tickets £13.50 Advance/£16.50 on the day (Price inc. ticket admin fee) (fee applicable to all tickets, including tickets bought in person or bought on the day)  Information and tickets Get ready for a night you’ll never forget with the Scottish premiere of Carrie the Musical. A taunted and terrified seventeen-year-old misfit, Carrie White has a […]

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Screenings in Glasgow

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Release date: 17 December, 2015. The seventh Star Wars film kicks off a brilliant new trilogy with new characters and old favourites. It’s three decades on from the events of Return of the Jedi. On the desert planet Jakku, tough loner Rey (Daisy Ridley) plies her trade as a scavenger. Meanwhile, a stormtrooper named Finn […]

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Websters’ Panto, A Belter of A Cinderella Story review Pat Byrne, Dec 2015

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Yesterday (28 December,2015) I went along with my grandson, Ryan, and his friend Josh, to the panto at Websters’ Theatre in Glasgow’s Wet End.  We had a brilliant time. The audience was made up of every age group from tiny toddlers to grans and grandads. It was quite a feat keeping everyone entertained but the […]

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Belle and Sebastian – The Adventure Continues, 27 – 30 December, 2015

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Family Christmas at GFTBelle & Sebastian – The Adventure Continues (PG This sequel sees the friends confront a secret. Sunday 27 – Wednesday 30 December, 2015Running time: 1h37m Young Sebastian and his faithful dog Belle are back for more Alpine adventures. It is 1945, the war is ended, and 10-year old Sebastian is awaiting the […]

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Future Shock! The Story of 2000AD, GFT, 27 – 30 December, 2015

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DocumentaryFuture Shock! The Story of 2000AD (15) The Galaxy’s Greatest Comic gets its own fascinating documentary. 27 – 30 December, 2015 In 1977, IPC Magazines began publishing 2000AD, a compendium comic book of sci-fi stories that would come to change the face of the industry. Providing a platform for creators such as Alan Moore (Watchmen) […]

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Blade Runner – The Final Cut, 27 – 30 December, 2015 GFT

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Classic Sci-Fi Christmas at GFTBlade Runner: The Final Cut (15) 27 – 30 December, 2015 Blade Runner has gripped audiences and inspired passionate and fierce debate. Harrison Ford is exemplary as world-weary detective Rick Deckard, who is on a mission to hunt down intelligent but murderous replicants in a neon-lit, rain-spattered future Los Angeles. Cited […]

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Space Odyssey, GFT Sunday 27 – Tuesday 29 December, 2015

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A cinematic experience like no other. Sunday 27 – Tuesday 29 December, 2015 Stanley Kubrick’s sublime science fiction masterpiece, scripted by both Kubrick and famed writer Arthur C Clarke, is regularly cited not only as one of the greatest pieces of science fiction, but also as one of the finest works of cinema ever made. […]

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The Muppet Christmas Carol 19 – 29 December, 2015 GFT

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Family Christmas at GFT The Muppet Christmas Carol 19 – 29 December, 2015 GFT Join the Muppet characters as they tell their hilarious version of an old, bitter miser’s redemption on Christmas Eve. A merry, magical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. Buy tickets 12 Rose Street, G3 6RB

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Benefit for Scottish Action For Refugees, The Primevals. Stereo, Sat 26 December, 2015

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Scottish Action For Refugees  Saturday 26 December, 2015 7 PM – 10 PM Stereo Cafe Bar Benefit for Scottish Action For Refugees The Primevals Uncle Judas The Creeping Ivies The Rotations £7 -all proceeds go to SAFR-all bands play for free-please come and support and yes spread the word!! Stereo Cafe Bar20 – 28 Renfield […]

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I AM_WSHOM_NYE, 31 December, 2015, Stereo

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  I AM_WSHOM_NYE    Stereo Thursday, December 31, 2015 10:30 PM – 4:00 AM      A New Year, a fresh start or a time to celebrate old friendships as Rabbie B taught us; with an extended party ’til four (amen). DOWNSTAIRS ‘From the basement i AM tackles this with its Janus-like approach – one eye in […]

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Christmas Week at the GFT, 2015

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The Apartment 29th December – 30 December, 2015 The Apartment is a 1960 American comedy-drama film that was produced and directed by Billy Wilder, and which stars Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine. Buy tickets The Third Man 27 and 28 December, 2015 Carol Reed’s atmospheric thriller tells the story of Holly Martins (Joseph Cotten), an […]

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Mother India, Christmas Menus, 2015

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Mother India 28 Westminster Terrace Glasgow G3 7RU Telephone to book: 0141 221 1663 www.motherindia.co.uk Two Course Christmas Eve Lunch  –  £15 Also on  New Year’s Eve and on the 2nd of January, 2016 £15.00   Available from 1 pm to 5 pm. Mother India, 28 Westminster Terrace, Glasgow G3 7RU Telephone to book: 0141 […]

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A Belter of A Cinderella Story Websters Theatre 3 December 2015 – 3 January, 2016

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A Belter of A Cinderella Story Websters Theatre 3 December 2015 – 3 January, 2016 Insideout Productions are back with another fantastic family pantomime for 2015.   Presented at Websters Theatre, 416 Great Western Road (at the junction with Park Road, just by Kelvinbridge Underground Station) A BELTER OF A CINDERELLA STORY by Paul Harper-Swan […]

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Picture House Pop Up Christmas Cinema, The Briggait 19 and 20 Dec, 2015

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19 and 20 December, 2015 Winter Wonderland Picture House Pop Up The Briggait – Glasgow, Glasgow City G1 5HZ GB Picture House Pop Up welcomes all ages to immerse themselves in an enchanting, nostalgic and exclusive pop up cinema experience this Christmas. We bring you two days of your favourite Christmas flicks in the heart […]

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When Harry Met Sally GFT 18 – 20 December, 2015

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When Harry Met Sally Dec 18– 20 December, 2015 GFT Featuring career-best performances from Billy Crystal (as Harry) and Meg Ryan (as Sally), the film follows the friends over twelve years of chance encounters in New York City as they both search for love in all the wrong places. A touching and funny film that […]

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The Bishop’s Wife 19 – 23 December, 2015 GFT

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Classic Christmas at GFT The Bishop’s Wife 19 – 23 December, 2015 GFT Raising funds for a new cathedral, Bishop Henry Brougham has his prayers for divine guidance answered in the form of a guardian angel named Dudley. When Dudley assumes the identity of a guest in their home over Christmas, Brougham’s life is turned […]

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