Wee Dementia Film Fest, Kelvinhall
Saturday, 13 June, 2.30 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Wee Dementia Film Festival: Rethink Dementia A special screening of lived experience films and panel discussion A screening as part of the Wee Dementia Film Festival. A screening focused on the Rethink Dementia national campaign and personal lived experience films. This will be accompanied by lived experience […]
WestFest 2026 Poets from Seahorse Publications
Wednesday, 10 June, 2026, 6.30 p.m. – 7.30 p.m. Oxfam Bookshop, 174 Byres Road, G12 8SN Free event Featured Poets Lesley Benzie Donna Campbell AC Clarke Jo Gilbert Linda Jackson Maggie Rabatski Part of WestFest (1 – 28 June, 2026)
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Project Ability Presents Solo Exhibition by James Gladwell
4 June – 18 July, 2026 Glasgow International, James Gladwell Reception / Press evening: 4 June, 5-8pm Opening Times 5 – 21 June, Mon-Sun, 11-5pm / 23 June – 18 July, Wed-Sat, 11-5 Free Project Ability Gallery, 1st Floor, Trongate 103, G1 5HD For Glasgow International 2026, Project Ability is pleased to present James Gladwell’s […]
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House of Raptor – Drag and Beyond
Saturday, 27 June, 2026, Doors 7 p.m. till 10.0 p.m. Event by WestFest and Glasgow Raptors The Polo Lounge, G1 1UZ Buy tickets Five years. Countless looks. Questionable decisions. And now…who will be crowned House of Raptor 2026 champion? House of Raptor: Drag & Beyond means anything could happen… and it probably will… Comedy! Live vocals and music! […]
Dementia Festival – Open Museum
Thursday, 11 June, 2026, 11.30 a.m. – 1.30 p.m. Hillhead Library, 348 Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8AP Handle a variety of real museum objects Curious about the relationship between object handling and reminiscence, particularly for those living with dementia? If the answer is yes, join Glasgow Life’s Open Museum outreach team as part of West […]
Sonica 2026- Programme Announced
(Image: Folding Songs, Martin Green & Svetlana Spajic @Sandy Butler.jpg) Thursday 24 September – Sunday 4 October Sonica Festival 2026 unveils programme with 11 days of cutting-edge audiovisual art, experimental music, and installations across iconic Glasgow venues The programme has been announced for Sonica Festival 2026, with visionary performances, installations and immersive experiences across multiple […]
Dementia Fest – D in the Park
Sunday 21 June, 2026. 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. Kelvin Way, Kelvingrove, Glasgow West End, G 7TA Celebrate Dementia Fest, on the Big Sunday, at Kelvin Way, at a free live music reminiscence concert. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with great tunes and a fun sing-a-long to some old favourites. Featuring artists from Glasgow Life’s popular […]
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Dementia Heroes’ Dementia Fest 2026
WestFest 2026 has joined forces with Dementia Heroes to offer a fabulous programme of events throughout 2026. Dementia Fest D in the Park, Sunday 21 June Dementia Fest – D in the Park Dementia Fest – Open Museum Thursday 11 June, Hillhead Library 11.30 a.m. – 1.30 p.m. Dementia Hour with S.A.M.H. – Partick Library […]
Dementia Hour with SAMH
Multiple Dates Throughout June Partick Library, 305 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow G11 6AB If you or someone you care for has had a dementia diagnosis, Dementia Heroes is here to help. The Nook is popping up at Partick Library during Dementia Hour with Dementia Heroes for Dementia Fest! Come along for a friendly and relaxed space […]
WestFest & Dementia Heroes Unite for Dementia-Friendly ‘D in the Park’
WestFest, Glasgow’s biggest community festival, has officially partnered with local grassroots charity Dementia Heroes to launch a month-long celebration of inclusivity and culture. Announced to coincide with Dementia Action Week, the partnership will headline the festival’s June programme with ‘D in the Park’ and the inaugural ‘Dementia Fest. ’The collaboration aims to break down social […]
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Pat's Home Page Blog, WestFest Glasgow's Cultural and Community Festival, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Agnes Owens Centenary Celebration – Heritage Festival West Dunbartonshire
Saturday 23 May, 2026 – 10am – 12.30pm Alexandria Library. Gilmour St, Alexandria G83 0DA Free – no need to book Agnes Owens was a celebrated Scottish author who lived in the Vale of Leven and was well known in the community. She was born 100 years ago on the 24th May 1926. The Agnes […]
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Guided History Walk around Edinbarnet and Cochno estates
Wednesday 20 May, 10.30am – 12.30pm Meet at Auchnacraig car park G81 5QW (top of Cochno Road) Free – no need to book A walk around the Edinbarnet and Cochno estate – an opportunity to learn about the history. Taking in the remains of an old sawmill which used Cochno Burn for power. Optional extension […]
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WestFest YouthWorks Free workshops age 6 – 12
Every Saturday throught WestFest Free workshops Every Saturday throughout WestFest, young people aged 6 to 12 can get involved in circus, t-shirt making, songwriting and storytelling. Places are free but there is a small fee for the t-shirts on 27 June. Circus and songwriting almost full so please book ASAP to avoid missing out! Book […]
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Friday, May 15, 2026 | Filed under: Classes and Workshops, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, Kids and young people, Pat's Home Page Blog, WestFest Glasgow's Cultural and Community Festival, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Old Kilpatrick to Bowling Walk, Heritage Festival
Friday 15 May, 2026, 6.30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Join Florence Boyle, local historian, for a walk through time. Meet at the Scout Hall, Old Kilpatrick, Erskine Ferry Road. A fascinating walk. “What a pleasant way to spend a Spring evening – a walk along the Forth and Clyde Canal between Old Kilpatrick and Bowling, […]
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A Celebration of Glasgow – History, Heritage, Traditional Skills
Wednesday 17 June, 2026, 10 a.m. till 3 p.m. Cottiers, 93-95 Hyndland St, Glasgow G11 5PU A Celebration of Glasgow -History -Heritage – Traditional Skills Free Event – Just Come Along As part of WestFest, come along to Cottiers for a day filled with history, heritage and traditional skills. Outside, you will have the opportunity to get some […]
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Maryhill Burgh Halls Sunday 17 May 2026
Loads happening at the Halls Sunday 17 May, 2026 Maryhill Burgh Halls, 24 Gairbraid Ave, Glasgow G20 8YE Here’s the rundown Glasgow Coat of Arms exhibition 11am–5pm Our Neighbours’ photo exhibition on Kenmure Street 11am–7pm Repair Cafe: bring your broken items and get them repaired for free 12pm–3pm Everybody to Kenmure Street screening + Q&A […]
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Glasgow Society of Lady Artists at WestFest
20 June, 2026, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. At The Alf Webster Museum of Stained Glass The Kelvin, Lansdowne Parish Church, 416 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G4 9HZ, UK Part of WestFest Join Dr Karen Mailley as she explores the Glasgow Society of Lady Artists (GSLA). GSLA was established by eight students of The Glasgow […]
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WestFest 2026: Full Programme Announced
Glasgow’s ‘Mini-Fringe’ is back! WestFest announces full programme for 2026 festival Glasgow’s biggest community-led cultural festival has announced its full programme for 2026, with around 300 events taking place across 60+ West End venues this June — the most ambitious programme in the festival’s four-year history. WestFest runs from 1st–28th June 2026, building on 2025’s […]
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The Scotland Channel presents Hillhead Hoolie
Saturday 20th June, 2026, 7pm – 10 p.m. Hoolie At Kelvinside Hillhead Church Hall, Observatory Road G12 9ER Part of WestFest Mellow Party top the bill, plus Rain Ensemble and The Wee Cabin Ceilidh Band in this televised evening of song, fun and dancing, hosted and filmed by The Scotland Channel. Bring your own refreshments […]
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Paintings on Railings at West Fest
6th, 7th,13th,14,20th, 21st, 27th, 28 June 2026 Glasgow Botanic Gardens Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings (apart from 21 June where Paintings on Railings will be on Kelvin Way. Weather dependent. To exhibit EMAIL Selma (modest […]
Westfest 2026 – Step into the Arlington Baths
Saturday 6 and 13 June, 2026 – Various Times -Free ByArlington Baths Club Part of the Westfest at the Arlington Baths Club collection Visit the oldest member-run swimming pool in Europe and see the spectacular Turkish Bath: one of Glasgow’s best-kept secrets! The Arlington Baths Club is the oldest member-run swimming pool in Europe. Our ‘A’ listed […]
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Creative Heritage Cafe – Dalmuir
Saturday 16 May, 2026, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Event by Clydesiders Dalmuir Barclay Church, 1 Durban Ave, Dalmuir, G81 4JH Join Clydesider and enthusiastic community partners for a day of free, fun creative workshops and activities exploring local heritage. There’ll be something for the whole family and sessions you can sign up for on the […]
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Friday, April 17, 2026 | Filed under: Community event, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Heritage Festival West Dunbartonshire
Children’s Walk for Gaza, Glasgow Green
Saturday 30 May, 2026, 12 noon – 2 p.m. ByForgotten Women Glasgow GreenSaltmarket, Glasgow Glasgow Green, Greendyke Street, Saltmarket G1 5DB A family-friendly walk where children and families come together to stand in solidarity with the children and women of Gaza. Comealong on Saturday, 30th May 2026, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, for a meaningful […]
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Thursday, April 16, 2026 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, Kids and young people, Pat's Home Page Blog
Old Kilpatrick Graveyard, Walk and Talk
Saturday 9 May, 2pm – 4pm Old Kilpatrick Bowling Parish Church, Dumbarton Rd, Old Kilpatrick, G60 5JQ Clydesider Heritage Festival 1 – 31 May, 2026 – Events Free – no need to book although donations to Action Old Kilpatrick are welcome – please remember to bring cash. Old Kilpatrick graveyard is the oldest graveyard in […]
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Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Community event, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Heritage Festival West Dunbartonshire
Foraging Walk at The Saltings, Old Kilpatrick
Tuesday 5th May, 2026 2 p.m. ByWDC Countryside Ranger Events Part of the Nature Walks collection The Saltings Local Nature Reserve Old Kilpatrick, West Dunbartonshire A guided foraging walk around West Dunbartonshire’s Local Nature Reserve, The Saltings. Reserve a spot at Eventbrite Jean Senior has been practicing as a medical herbalist for over 20 years and has […]
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Scottish National Jazz Orchestra – Two Gils and a Bill, Royal Concert Hall Glasgow
Thursday 30 April, 2026 Gill Goldstein Celebrates the Music of Gil Evans & Bill Evans Royal Concert Hall, New Auditorium, 2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G2 3NY Gil Goldstein is a 5-time Grammy-winning arranger, producer, pianist and accordionist. He has crossed paths with many important jazz musicians of our time, including Michael Brecker, Esperanza Spalding, Pat […]
Thursday, April 2, 2026 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Gig Guide plus Club Events, Music, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Merchant Sinfonia Spring Concert Glasgow
Saturday 30 May, 2026, 3 p.m. Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, New Auditorium, 2 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G2 3NY Featuring music from How to Train Your Dragon and pieces from Coleridge-Taylor, Charpentier, Moross, Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky and the world premiere of a new piece by Meg Curlew Join us this May for an uplifting programme of music from established […]
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WestFest 2026
2 – 28 June, 2026 WestFest 2026 – returns for a fourth annual festival Important Advice for Participants Regarding Event Inclusion in Brochure WestFest are waiting on artwork and listings from a small handful of participants. They must receive them by close of play tomorrow, Wednesday 1 April or unfortunately, they won’t make it into […]
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Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, WestFest Glasgow's Cultural and Community Festival
Maid of the Loch – Hard Hat Tour – Heritage Festival
All weekend days in May 12 noon and 2pm Maid of the Loch slipway, The Pier, Pier Rd, Balloch G83 8QX Book a tour Reduced price, hour long Hard Hat Tours of the ship and slipway. Get an exclusive update of the most recent work in the Maid’s restoration programme from knowledgeable guides. £5 (reduced […]
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Bloody Mary Sunglasses – Fail Better YCTR
Sunday 29 March, 2026, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. McChuills, 80 High St, Glasgow G1 1NL Host Doctur Normul A free daytime sunday session of live music as part of The Girobabies after-party after-care programme hosted by Fail Better and You Call That Radio from 2pm- 6pm. Avery special performance from Maighread Ní Ghrásta, all […]
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