Christmas Shopping in Glasgow.

There are beautiful gift shops, wonderful designer jewellers, amazing Scottish crafts, great art and lots of Christmas fairs.
Escape the crowds, wander in the lanes and pop into one of West End’s great coffee shops or restaurants.

Book Fair at the Botanics 28 and 29 December, 2017

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Festive Book Fair. Lovely weather for a stroll round Glasgow Botanic Gardens. Take the opportunity to pop into the Book Fair in the Hopkirk Building Glasgow Botanic Gardens, 730 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 0UE 10 – 4.30 p.m. Thursday 28 and Friday 29 December, 2017

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‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition & Gifts at Thistle Gallery Glasgow until 24 Dec, 2017

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Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art 56 Park Road, Glasgow G4 9JF Email Telephone: 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com Beautiful Gifts for Christmas Make your way to the Thistle Gallery this December for a cornucopia of artistic gifts in a warm & welcoming environment……the Gallery is full to overflowing with the very best of what Scottish contemporary […]

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Christmas Markets Glasgow City Centre – 9 November – 22 December, 2017

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St Enoch Square for the Glasgow Christmas Market! 9 November – 22 December 10am – 8pm. This traditional continental market offers a wide selection of festive gifts and delicious street food. Opening from 9 November until 22 December there is nowhere better to pick up a festive gift and get your Christmas cheer on! Additional […]

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The Glasgow Guild Christmas Department Store 

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  Elegant antiques restored traditionally with the finest fabrics. Cushions, lamps and faux furs. Glasgow Guild Workshop 265 Renfrew Street Glasgow G3 6TT The #ggdepartmentstore will be open from: Tuesday – Sunday 10am till 6pm Saturday the 9th December, 2017  until Christmas Eve The Glasgow Guild

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Thistle Gallery at Christmas

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Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art 56 Park Road, Glasgow G4 9JF Email Telephone: 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com ‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition ‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition at Thistle Gallery runs until 24 December, 2017 You will find a wonderful display of contemporary art by both emerging and established Scottish Artists.  Enjoy viewing the art in this friendly and […]

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101 Men in Kilts by Bob McDevitt

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101 Men in Kilts book of photography by Bob McDevitt A fascinating selection of kilt wearers from all walks of life. I had a sneak preview before the launch (today, 1 November, 2017). I was delighted to spot a few familiar models – looking very, very good. Super gift and stocking filler and great value […]

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Glasgow Christmas Markets, Fairs and Shopping Events

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‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition at Thistle Gallery Glasgow 4 Nov – 24 Dec, 2017 Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art 56 Park Road, Glasgow G4 9JF Email Telephone: 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com For the last six months Carol Dunbar at Thistle Gallery has been searching the length and breadth of Scotland’s thriving artistic community to create ‘Unwrapped’ […]

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The Hidden Lane Late Night Shopping for Christmas

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If you’re looking for somewhere cosy and dry to finish off your Christmas shopping, and you can’t get away from work during normal hours, the open studios at The Hidden Lane are filled with perfect presents and open late night Thursdays to lend a hand. ‘Come along and discover our Hidden Christmas here in Finnieston, […]

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Tuesday, December 19, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Shopping

Merchant Square Christmas Craft Fair

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Christmas Craft Fairs Merchant Square, Candleriggs, Glasgow Every day until 24 December, 2017 Buy your loved ones something handmade locally, with love.

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Saturday, December 16, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Shopping

Milngavie Makers Market at Christmas

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Last minute Christmas shopping at the Milngavie Makers Market! Saturday, 23 December from 11am-4pm at the Milngavie Town Hall. Milngavie Town Hall 71 Station Rd Milngavie, Glasgow G62 8BZ (across the street from the Milngavie train station) Event on Facebook

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Friday, December 15, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Shopping

Cameron House Christmas Market, Loch Lomond

Cameron House Christmas Market. Photos from Stall Hire Scotland

15th – 17th December, 2017, 10am to 4pm Cameron House Christmas Market will run from the 15th to the 17th December 2017.  (provisional) The market will be situated outdoors, in front of the hotel leisure centre. Wide selection of hand crafted goods, Scottish gifts, seasonal items, Christmas gifts, festive foods and Scottish produce. Farmers Market stalls […]

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Thursday, December 14, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Shopping

Granny Would Be Proud, I.D. Pop Up Christmas Store, The Lighthouse

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  Saturday 16 December, 2017 – 10:30am – 17:00pm Sunday 17 December, 2017 – 12:00pm – 16:45pm Christmas shopping with the alternative to fast fashion! The Lighthouse,  11 Mitchell Lane, Glasgow, G1 3NU Wow! Well after the huge success of the events so far, Granny Will Be Proud is coming back to The Lighthouse with […]

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Pay What You Decide Christmas Market, The Space

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Glasgow’s first Pay What You Decide Christmas Market The Living Room at The Space! 257 London Road, Glasgow G40 1 EP Sunday 17th December, 2017 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Wide range of stalls with everything varying from traditional Christmas presents, crafty wares and upcycled items, and the best thing? All stall holders will be offering […]

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Tuesday, December 12, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow

Wasps Artists and Makers Christmas Market, The Briggait

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10 December, 2017  11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The first Christmas market which will showcase the work of Wasps studio holders across Scotland. All work will be for sale and will include fine art, design, and craft. This is an excellent way to do your Christmas shopping whilst supporting artists, makers, and independent businesses at […]

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Wednesday, November 29, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Shopping

Jill Creighton’s Blog: Hints and Tips on Christmas Shopping for Men

Christmas is coming and you know what that means. Yep, you need to go shopping. No need to be scared – with my Gift Buying Guide you’ll sail through it and snap up a gift that your missus will LOVE. Gift Buying Guide for Men 1. Tune in to the hints   – Usually around mid to late November […]

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Festive Fair and Craft Market Kibble Palace

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Sunday, 10 December, 2017 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  The Kibble Palace, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Great Western Road, G12  Arts, Crafts and Christmas Gifts  The Kibble Palace, Glasgow Botanic Gardens – weird and wonderful stalls to help with your prezzie purchases.  Enjoy a browse in Glasgow’s iconic glasshouse where you will find  an array of […]

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Sunday, November 26, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Shopping

Christmas Market, The Glad Cafe

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Sunday, 19 November, 2017 – 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Th Glad Cafe, 1006a Polokshaws Road, Glasgow G41 2HG Santa would like to invite you along to his Christmas Market on Sunday 19 November at Glasgow’s Glad Cafe!  This is your opportunity to let Santa know what you would love to see under your tree […]

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Tuesday, November 14, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow

Glasgow West End, Christmas Market and Christmas Tree Switch On

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West End Set To Sparkle with Christmas Market and Light Switch On Sunday, November 26, 2017 – 12 noon until 7 p.m.  Once again, Vinicombe Street will be transformed into a winter wonderland with live musical performances from local bands and rock choirs. Bella, Beatson Cancer Charity mascot will switch on the Christmas Tree lights […]

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Monday, November 13, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow

Christmas Art Show, Lillie Gallery, November – December, 2017

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Opening Hours at Lillie Gallery Exhibition launches 10 November, 2017 Tuesday to Saturday (Closed Sunday and Monday) 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. closed for lunch 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.  Exhibition and gifts for sale. 

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Discover Our Hidden Christmas, arts, crafts, meet the artisans Hidden Lane, Sat 25 November, 2017

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Discover Hidden Christmas at the Hidden Lane. Warm, cosy shops and studios will be open to help you find the perfect present.  Special offers, family friendly activities, tombola, treats, bubbles, mulled refreshments and mince pies! Last year was a huge success, so why not come and discover Glasgow’s best kept shopping secret. Enjoy a festive […]

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Saturday, November 4, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow

Riverside Museum Glasgow Christmas Fayre, 2 and 3 December 2017

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Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 December, 2017 10.00 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Visit Riverside Museum’s Christmas Fayre. Lots of fun for the kids and local craft suppliers for extra special Christmas gifts 100 Pointhouse Place, G3 8RS Event on Facebook

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Phoenix Flight Training Cumbernauld

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Learn to fly with Phoenix Flight Training Limited, Cumbernauld www.phoenixflighttraining.co.uk Phoenix Flight Training pride themselves on their friendly, relaxed and professional approach to teaching how to fly a plane. Their flying school is operated by two of Scotland’s most experienced flight instructors John Allan and Ian Haggis. Both John and Ian are commercial pilots and instructors […]

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Etsy’s National Christmas Market Comes to Glasgow, The Briggait, 3 and 4 December, 2016

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  Etsy Made Local Glasgow, will gather together the cream of the crop of Scotland’s Etsy Sellers at The Briggait in Glasgow’s merchant city. The event this year will be taking place over a weekend, showcasing 65+ different Designer makers on each day. The fair will take place on the 3rd and 4th December from […]

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Glasgow Style Mile Carnival, Sunday 27 November, 2016

Glasgow Style Mile Carnival ​​​​​​ The Style Mile Christmas Carnival will bring music, dance and spectacle to the heart of Glasgow. Beginning at St Enoch Centre at 2.30pm and finishing at George Square, the magical procession of festive characters will come to life as they sprinkle their magic dust over the city centre. Sunday 27 November will be an afternoon of amazing performance, thrilling costumes and enchanting acts. It is a definite date for your festive calendar. Check out the route map here. Check out our great Style Mile Carnival restaurant offers here.​ Participants include the Dance School of Scotland, the Citizens Theatre Community Company, Abinhaya Dance, Samba Ya Bamba Youth Group, Mount Florida Primary School and Monkey Puzzle Nursery. ​

The Style Mile Christmas Carnival will bring music, dance and spectacle to the heart of Glasgow.  Beginning at St Enoch Centre at 2.30pm and finishing at George Square, the magical procession of festive characters will come to life as they sprinkle their magic dust over the city centre.    Sunday 27 November will be an afternoon of […]

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Sale at By Distinction Art Byres Road, 18 – 20 November, 2016

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Twenty Percent Off All Art Hanging in the Gallery   Weekend Friday 18 – Sunday 20 November, 2016. By Distinction Art, 100 Byres Road, G12 8TB Pre-Christmas Sale to make way for our forthcoming Christmas Show.   So if there’s a painting you have been thinking about for your home or office…now’s the time to grab […]

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Santa’s Reindeer is coming to Shawlands, Christmas Market and Crafts Thursday 17 November, 2016

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    The reindeer, Santa, face painting and craft making will be on Kilmarnock Road at Coustonholm Road. The Taiko drummers will be playing there- weather depending at 7pm and 7.30pm.   Santa arrives 4 p.m.   Open Mic at Langside Hall    Further information at My Shawlands on Facebook    

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The Big Glasgow Comic and Craft Fair, Dr Who Special, Renfield Centre, Saturday 12 November, 2016

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The Big Glasgow Comic & Craft Fair returns to The Renfield Centre at St Stephens Church. Saturday 12 November 11 a.m.  – 5 p.m. We’ll have over 30 traders selling Comics, Graphic Novels, Crafts, Art, Old and New Figures, Funko Pop, Cupcakes and much more. The Cosplay Competition for under 16’s and over 16’s take […]

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Unwrapped – Christmas Show at the Thistle Gallery, 14 November – 24 December, 2015

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Unwrapped – Christmas Show at The Thistle Gallery, 56 Park Road, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow G4 6JF If you’re looking for a truly original work of art this Christmas – Thistle Gallery’s an ideal choice. ‘…and awaiting you at the Gallery is a tempting, diverse and dynamic array of Scottish Contemporary Art from the Studios of some […]

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