Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Night at the Museum, Comics Scotland.

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Saturday 1 December, 2018 –7 p.m. – 10p.m. Hunterian Museum Admission free – Book online Comics Scotland is an exploration of Scotland’s illustrious history in the development of comics. This unique free event at the Hunterian Museum celebrates ‘St. Andrew’s Fair Saturday 2018’. With stalls, guest speakers and a cosplay competition, there is something for everyone! […]

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Open Door Day Centre for Advanced Textiles Glasgow School of Art

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Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at 10 AM – 4 PM Centre for Advanced Textiles / Reid Building / 164 Renfrew Street / Glasgow / G3 6RF / Pop in for a coffee, chat and to see what takes place at Centre for Advanced Textiles. The Centre for Advanced Textiles (CAT) was established in 2000 with […]

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Firework Displays in Glasgow 2018

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Fireworks in Glasgow and Surround Areas, 2018. Lots of events to choose from, dress appropriately and stay safe. PLEASE NOTE:  Paisley Fireworks Display . (CANCELLED DUE TO HIGH WINDS) More details Glasgow Green Fireworks Display Monday 5 November, 2018 7.30 p.m. Remember remember…. that Glasgow Fireworks returns to Glasgow Green on Monday 5th November 2018. […]

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Estonia Now at GFT

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This year, the Republic of Estonia celebrates its 100th anniversary. A young country with a proudly youthful outlook, it is – like Scotland – small in size but rich in cultural heritage and ambition. This November, Glasgow celebrates with Estonia Now, a festival of visual art, film, contemporary dance and performance. Films November (N/C 15+) […]

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Glasgow Havana Film Festival 2018, GFT

Twinned in 2002, Havana and Glasgow share a richness of culture and identity that we invite you to celebrate at GFT as part of the fourth Havana Glasgow Film Festival. The Festival’s focus this year is women – behind and in front of the camera – and we are excited to include the UK Premiere […]

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Salsa Networking Event, Havana Glasgow Film Festival CCA

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9 November, 2018 – 5.30 p.m. – 6.45 p.m. Sean McInally has organised another fun evening for the Havana Glasgow Film Festival 2018. CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD Meet the filmmakers and other creatives Got a creative project missing a key collaborator? HGFF invite filmmakers, and other creatives, to network with a twist! You’ll […]

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Book Week Scotland: In Conversation with Graeme Macrae Burnet, GOMA

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22 November, 2018 – 6 p.m. Award-winning author Graeme Macrae Burnet at the Library @ GoMA! One of Scotland’s brightest literary talents, Graeme will discuss his novels and share his experiences of the writing process. Library at GoMA, Royal Exchange Square, G1 3AH Free (unticketed) If you have any questions or for more information, please […]

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Never Been Kissed Rum Shack Halloween Fundraiser

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What happens when you cross Never Been Kissed with the best event of the year? Saturday, 27 October, 2018 The Rum Shack, 657 – 659 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow G41 2AB The most ballin’ 90s/00s Halloween party Glasgow has ever seen! Look out your snazzy halter necks and snapbacks, twist up those rave buns, frost your […]

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Friday, October 26, 2018 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Hallowe'en in Glasgow

Paisley Spooktacular Halloween Festival

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Weekend starting Friday 26 October, 2018 Beware the witching hour, when supernatural creatures and ghostly figures gather their powers to scare even the bravest of souls at Halloween. On Saturday 27 October, Paisley’s hugely popular ‘spooktacular’ Halloween Festival returns to the town centre. Inspired by Paisley’s dark and deathly 17th century witch history, the Halloween Festival […]

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World Power Lifting Championships 2018 Glasgow

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Saturday NOVEMBER 3rd, 2018 – Doors 7.30 p.m.  starts 8.00 p.m. 2018 WORLD POWERLIFTING CHAMPIONSHIPS to be held at the Craigholme Sports Complex, 97 Haggs Road, Glasgow G41 4RD See event on Facebook Father and son Paul and Ryan Rutherford will compete Team Rutherford Instagram Ryan Rutherford – the prodigal son Paul Rutherford Instagram Team […]

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Africa in Motion – I Still Hide To Smoke, GFT

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Tuesday 30 October, 2018 – 6 p.m. In 1995 during the Algerian civil war, Fatima (Palestinian superstar Hiam Abbas) runs a hammam, a space where women go to wash, chat and socialise. The film interweaves the narratives of the different women who use the hammam. Through the voices and stories of these women, we see a […]

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Be Bop Bairns Halloween Glasgow

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Saturday 27th October 2018 12,30 until 2.30pm The Platform, The Bridge, 1000 Westerhouse Road , Glasgow, G34 9JW Be Bop Bairns returns with a spooktacular Halloween Special. Prizes for best costumes, Halloween party games plus singing and dancing for kids and adults. Facepainting, soft Play for toddlers and yummy food and drinks from the stalls in the next arch. […]

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Nice Thursday Market, Merchants House, Glasgow

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Nice people. Nice things. Nice Market The Merchants House of Glasgow, 7 West George Street, Glasgow G2 1BA Thursday 8 November, 2018 5-8pm. Email examples of your work to apply: nicemarketmerchantshouse@gmail.com The Merchants House of Glasgow is directly across the street from Glasgow Queen Street train station and subway station. Event on Facebook Anne’s Quilt […]

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St Andrew’s Torchlight Parade Glasgow West End

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Friday 30 November, 2018, 6 p.m. Hosted by West End Festival  Help Scotland celebrate St Andrew’s Day and participate in the Torchlight Parade. Families, groups and children all welcome! Sorry, no dogs due to naked flames. Tickets start from £3. Why not get a group together, take part, then head for a nice warming dinner […]

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Saturday, October 20, 2018 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers

Africa in Motion Film Festival 2018

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Africa cinema rebels against dominant narratives this Autumn Africa in Motion (AiM) Film Festival runs from the 26 October – 4 November 2018 Africa in Motion is Scotland’s major annual celebration of African cinema, and is delighted to return for the 13th year to bring audiences in Edinburgh and Glasgow a wide variety of creative […]

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Friday, October 19, 2018 | Filed under: Cinema, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers

Samhain Lantern Walk Glasgow

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1st November, 2018, 3.30 p.m. – 5.30 p.m. Back Garden, off Brechin Street, 19 Brechin Street, Glasgow, G3 7HF Samhain is a Gaelic festival marking the end of harvest season and the beginning of winter or the “darker half” of the year. Celebrate this change in season with us at the Back Garden off Brechin Street on Thursday 1st […]

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Decolonising the Speculative: Journeys to African Futures  – Africa in Motion 2018

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EDINBURGH: Mon 29 Oct, 2019 at 5.45pm, Filmhouse, 88 Lothian Road, See Africa in Motion website to book GLASGOW: Thurs 1 Nov, 2018 at 7.30pm at University of Glasgow (Andrew Stewart Cinema, Gilmorehill 9 University Ave Glasgow G12 8QQ), Free and unticketed As part of our Decolonising the Speculative strand, this short-film series showcases the speculative work from […]

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Thursday, October 18, 2018 | Filed under: Cinema, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers

Afri Adventure, Africa in Motion for Kids, Glasgow

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Sat 3 November, 2018  at 2pm The Africa Art Centre, 286 Broomloan Road, G51 2GK For 3-12-year-olds, free and unticketed. The annual African in Motion Family Day Taking kids on adventures across Africa through storytelling and film. The amazing Zimbabwean storyteller, Tawona Sithole, will transport them to real and imaginary worlds through inspiring tales. The […]

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Annual Charities Xmas Fayre Glasgow

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Tuesday 13 November, 2018 Tuesday 13 November 2018 9.30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Annual Charities Xmas Fayre, Glasgow City Chambers,82 George St, Glasgow G2 1DU Cats Protection Glasgow will have a stall  – as well as all their usual cat items you’ll find Xmas cards, 2019 calendars and plenty of gifts for your cat.

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Christmas Festival at Riverside Museum Glasgow

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Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 December, 2018, 10 a..m. – 5 p.m. The annual Christmas Festival returns to Riverside Museum promising festive fun for all the family! Enjoy a traditional Christmas Market in the Victorian Street where you can get into the festive spirit as you browse the charity stalls for stocking fillers and unusual […]

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Vintage Bus Fayre Glasgow

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Saturday, 21st October, 2018 – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow, G2 3NW Take a trip down memory lane at the first Vintage Bus Fayre on Sunday 21st October. Buchanan Bus Station will be transformed as an array of buses dating from the 1960’s right through to the 2000’s will be […]

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Many Singers Many Songs, Maryhill, 24 November, 2018

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After a long break there will be another ‘Many Singers – Many Songs’ fundraiser night at Maryhill Community Central Halls –  the biggest yet! 24 November, 2018 – Maryhill Central Halls, 292 – 316 Maryhill Road, Glasgow G20 7YE 7.30 p.m. November 24th – TraceyAnne and Danny, Kathryn Joseph, BMX Bandits, Roddy Hart Attic Lights, Lomond Campbell, Sister John, […]

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West Dunbartonshire Christmas Toy Appeal

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West Dunbartonshire Community Food Share  is now commencing their Christmas Appeals for food and new toys/gifts. 🎄 The Christmas Toybank will once again support local families experiencing poverty 🎅🏼 If your workplace or organisation could support their Appeals please get in touch: wdcommunityfoodshare@outlook.com A list of all donations points for food and toys/gifts will be updated regularly […]

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Cultural Diversity Showcase, The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Black History Month

Friday 19 October, 2018, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Royal Conservatoire of Scotland RCS Cultural Diversity Showcase The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland brings to BHM 2018 a night of performance from its diverse and international student body, showcasing music, drama, dance and spoken word. This is a night of creativity from one of the world’s […]

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A night of music and song in support of Cure Claire’s Cancer

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Saturday, 13 October, 2018,  7 – 10 p.m. Webster’s Theatre, 416 Great Western Road, G4 9HZ A night of Celtic music and original songs from Colm Keegan’s Album I’ll Never Be Alone, #1 on iTunes World Music charts. Watch Colm and Laura Followed by an Auction of ‘Things You Can’t Buy’. These are experiences, workshops […]

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The Big Day of KinDness 23 October, 2018

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Participate in the biggest and KinDest party ever! On Tuesday 23rd October, 2018 12.01 a.m. – 11.56 p.m. Anywhere! Simply carry out an act of KinDness and then share what you have been up to either on Facebook Page or using the following hashtag on Twitter or Instagram: #theBIGdayofKinDness then give yourself a pat on the back for […]

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Thursday, October 11, 2018 | Filed under: Community event, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers

Wedding Fayre OranMor Sunday 7 October, 2018

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Sunday 7th October 2018 | 12pm – 4pm | Free Entry. No appointment needed – just pop along, enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz* and browse the fabulous exhibition by handpicked suppliers to inspire your special day! A perfect opportunity to view Òran Mór’s stunning Auditorium and meet the dedicated Events Team and Wedding Co-ordinator (recently shortlisted […]

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Friday, October 5, 2018 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Weddings, Weddings Glasgow

Thomas Muir Festival 2018

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Wednesday 7th November 2018,  12.45pm – 4.30pm Boclair Academy Inveroran Drive Bearsden G61 2PL ‘THE PEOPLE’S VOICE’: Scottish Political Poetry, Song and the Franchise 1832-1918 You are warmly invited to attend  the 8th in the annual series of Friends of Thomas Muir symposia This year the main focus will be on the work of a current […]

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Music for the Antartic, Greenpeace, Glasgow

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Tuesday 9th October The Old Hairdressers, 28 Renfield Lane, Glasgow G2 5AR Antarctic Ocean Sanctuary campaign is raising funds – come along and support the campaign and listen to some amazing local bands: Candy Maps, Stoned Immaculate, Deep Sea Tourist and Violet Riot. In just a few weeks, the Antarctic Ocean Commission will meet to […]

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Black Skin, White Masks, Africa in Motion Screening and Discussion

28 October, 2018 – 5.30 p.m. Andrew Stewart Cinema, 9 University Avenue, Glasgow G12 Newly restored for the 20th anniversary of the film’s release, Black Skin, White Masks is a gem from black British filmmaker Isaac Julien and still feels as relevant and necessary today as it did twenty years ago. Based on Frantz Fanon’s […]

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Thursday, October 4, 2018 | Filed under: Cinema, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers

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