Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Archifon IV, Cryptic Sonica, University of Glasgow Chapel 1 – 5 November, 2017

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One part video game, one part holographic display, one part gigantic musical instrument: Floex and Initiwill bring the interior of the Memorial Chapel to life as you’ve never seen it before. Elements of the architecture are primed to respond to the beams from laser pointers handled by the audience: statues might suddenly sing when light strikes them, or […]

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Havana Glasgow Film Festival Race & Cuba: afro-descendant (in)visibility, CCA, 5 November, 2017

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CCA Sun 5 November 2017 3pm, Free (unticketed), Clubroom 15+ 0141 352 4900 Afro-descendants occupy distinct symbolic and cultural spaces throughout Latin America. In Cuba, despite the significance of their cultural and economic contributions, they are marginalised by state and political agendas. The screening will be followed by a discussion on race in Cuba and […]

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Woofstock 2017 Dog Fest at Finsbay Milngavie Sunday 12 November, 2017

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Woofstock 2017 – @ Finsbay lane  “a dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself” Sunday 12 November, 2017 11 a.m. –  5 p.m. The Finsbay is going to the dogs! Please join us for a day dedicated to our four legged friends and help us celebrate the […]

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Storyathon Open Day, Kelvin Hall, 2 December, 2017

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Come and try a range of drop in sessions looking at how we interact with story.  You and your family can try your hand at creative writing, storyboarding and storytelling – then grab some refreshments and talk to researchers from the University of Strathclyde about why stories affect us in the way they do.  Part […]

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Soul Bowl, Dance Party, Jordanhill Bowling Club, 25 November, 2017

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Jordanhill Bowling Club, 112 Randolph Road, Glasgow G11 7DU 25 November, 2017 7.30 p.m.  Soul Bowl soul-powered dancefloor delights in the traditional Soul Bowl manner: much-loved Motown, Stax and Atlantic classics. Rare new gems. Old faves. Stompers, floaters, belters, weepers. Vintage vinyl 45s hand-spun for your pleasure by seasoned experts. Cheap drink. Friendly folk. Suburban […]

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Judy Murray at Book Week Scotland, The Mitchell Library, 28 November, 2017

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The Mitchell Library Tuesday 28 November, 217 6.30 p.m. – 7.30 p.m. Judy will be talking about and signing copies of her extraordinary memoir, ‘Knowing the Score’. This event is brought to you by Glasgow Libraries who present Book Week Scotland. This event is in association with Aye Write! Glasgow’s Book Festival. Tickets: £9+ booking […]

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Celtic Connections 2018 – Programme Launch

Celtic Connections 2018, Glasgow’s winter music festival will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2018. In true Celtic Connections style it will feature an ambitious and eclectic line-up of musicians from all corners of the world. The festival will run from Thursday 18 January to Sunday 4 February 2018 – providing eighteen days of entertainment to […]

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Foreign Body, GFT, 31 October, 2017

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Seeking refuge from her radical Islamist brother, Samia arrives in France illegally, following the so-called Jasmine Revolution. She discovers a place of hope and danger. She finds refuge with Imed, an acquaintance from her village, and then in a middle-class Parisian household, with Christine, the woman she starts to work for. With Christine and the […]

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Africa in Motion Films at GFT, Autumn 2017

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Africa in Motion is Scotland’s major annual celebration of African cinema, and is delighted to return for the 12th year to bring a wide variety of creative stories from across the African continent. Films Showing Details and Tickets Get Out – 12 October, 2017 Oh, Sun 29 October Foreign Body – 31 October Vaya – […]

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Spooky Movie Night, ProjectAbility, 28 October, 2017

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Spooky Movie Night! Join us on Wednesday 28 October in your best spooky fancy dress (or not!) for the screening of cult-classic Carry on screaming. Each entry includes pizza, pumpkin carving and a free raffle ticket. We will draw the raffle on the night, and as usual you can expect some great prizes! The best fancy dress and […]

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Havana Glasgow Film Festival 2017 a GFT

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Havana and Glasgow were officially twinned in 2002, and whilst wildly different in many ways the cities share a profound love of cinema. In this it’s 3rd year, Havana Glasgow Film Festival are proud to bring two UK premieres, to the GFT with Q&A’s from Esteban’s first time director Jonal Cosculluela and star of ‘Ya No Es Antes’, (Not Like […]

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Muriel Spark Centenary Celebrations, November 2017 – November 2018

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Nationwide programme of events & activities celebrating the life & work of Dame Muriel Spark November 2017 – November 2018 Nicola Sturgeon, First Minister of Scotland visits China – announces publication of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie in Mandarin. Organisers encourage people to get involved Launch of new fund for artists & groups to […]

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Thank Funk It’s Friday, Partickhill Bowling Club, 27 October, 2017

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Friday 27 October, 2017  7.30 p.m. Another superfine evening of funk’n’soul dance-jazz grooviness located in and around 1974, from the makers of Soul Bowl. Timeless vintage vinyl 45s hand-spun by seasoned joss-dickeys. Ace sounds. Convivial company. Attractive bar prices. Suburban setting. No need for a taxi home. Enjoy your dancefloor journey into the foothills of […]

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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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ProjectAbility Pop Up Shop orignal arts and crafts, Nov/Dec, 2017

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Three pop-up events! 25 November, 2nd & 9th December, 2017 10am-5pm. Project Ability artists from all programmes have been hard at work making new original products for the events.  Paintings, cushions, ceramics, wooden objects… There will be plenty of unique gift ideas, so make sure to pop by! Project Ability Gallery, First Floor, 103 Trongate, G1 […]

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Urban Market – Interiors, The Drygate, 19 November, 2017

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The Urban Market as you know it but this time focusing on everything for your home. Do Sundays Differently Shop. Eat. Drink. Unwind. Repeat Delicious food. Outstanding beer. Child friendly. Dog friendly. 12pm – 5pm Free indoor market Car parking Drygate, 85 Drygate G4 0UT www.urbanmarket.scot

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Imagineer, Glasgow Science Festival, 8 December, 2017

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Imagineer Debuting in Glasgow this December, Glasgow Science Festival presents ‘Imagineer‘, an exciting new show that blends comedy, music and theatre to explore engineering. Inspired by engineers and developed by the award-winning writers of ‘Chasing the Waves‘ (2016), join techno-optimist Alice and begruntled artist Blake as they embark on a journey to the past, present […]

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Paisley Fireworks Spectacular, Town Centre, Saturday 4 November, 2017

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Free – 80s themed activities and entertainment 2pm – 6pm Firework display at 7pm The skies above Paisley Abbey will be lit up by this spectacular display of fireworks following an afternoon of family fun! This year’s events has an 80s theme and some classic tunes from the 80s will be your soundtrack to this […]

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Fireworks Displays in Lanarkshire, 4 and 5 November, 2017

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Free fireworks displays – 4 and 5 November Strathclyde Park Firework Display Sunday 5th November, 2017 The spectacular annual fireworks display takes place at Strathclyde Country Park on Sunday 5 November, organised by North and South Lanarkshire Councils. A bonfire will be lit at 6.45pm with the fireworks display starting at 7.30pm. From 4.30pm to […]

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Dumbarton’s Firework Spectacular at Levengrove Park, Saturday 4 November, 2017

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Saturday 4 November ( 19:00 – 21:00 ) Levengrove Park, Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, G82 4AZ , Dumbarton Enjoy an awe-inspiring fireworks display this November at West Dunbartonshire’s annual firework spectacular in Dumbarton’s Levengrove Park on Saturday 4 November, 7-9pm.  The display – which will begin at 7.30pm prompt – will see more than 700 fireworks sent […]

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Dalmuir Park Fireworks Display, Sunday 5 November, 2017

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Dalmuir Park Fireworks Display 7 .m.– 9 p.m. Sunday, 5 November 2017 An exhilarating and spectacular fireworks display, certain to brighten the darkest of November nights. Fireworks start at 7.30pm. Dalmuir Park, Overtoun Road, Clydebank G81 3QY Event on Facebook Firework Displays in and around Glasgow

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Firework Displays in and around Glasgow 2017

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Bonfire Nights, Guy Fawkes Events and Fireworks Displays in and around Glasgow Glasgow Green Free Fireworks Display Sunday 5th November, 2017 Glasgow’s biggest and best FREE fireworks display returns on Sunday 5th November 2017 to Glasgow Green! Featuring special effects never seen before with new colours and 15,000 different effects. Gates will open from 5pm […]

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Bathgate Regal Fundraiser, Cottiers, 16 November, 2017

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Help keep the Regal in Bathgate a theatre. 16 November, 2017, 7 p.m. at Cottiers Theatre Reconnect Events are now running Panto in the Regal Theatre in Bathgate with the aim is to of taking over management of the building in 2018. Show the good people of Bathgate your support by helping raise funds to […]

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Christmas Lights and Fireworks, Lomond Shore, 19 November, 2017

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Christmas light switch on and fireworks event is always very popular,  Sunday 19th November, 2017 Lomond Shores, Balloch. .It’s a FREE* day of festive celebration from 10am-8pm with music, entertainment and activities for kids, a carousel and fun fair rides, with the light switch on followed by a firework display and a night market with a […]

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Soup Worx Vol 3, Drumchapel Food Bank Fundraiser, The Record Factory, 5 November, 2017

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Drumchapel Food Bank x The Record Factory Presents…. Soup Worx Vol 3: Vice City. The Record Factory 17 Byres Road, G11 5RD An ode to all music of all genres released between 1980-1989.  Once again some of Glasgow’s finest talent has been rounded up to bring you a diverse selection of performers. Food served all […]

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Glasgow Vintage and Flea Market, Sunday 29 October, 2017

LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH. Glasgow Vintage & Flea Market is a free event at Barras Art and Design showcasing Antique, Flea and Vintage items. Featuring vintage clothing, retro homewares, antiques and collectables, furniture, salvage, food stalls and much more delectable treasures to explore. Antique Bargains are to be had for that much needed home […]

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Paisley Halloween Festival 2017, 27 and 28 October, 2017

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Paisley Halloween Festival  Two-day spooktacular celebrating Halloween on Friday 27 and Saturday 28 October in Paisley town Centre.  Halloween Ball and Club Night and more … Friday 27 October, 2017 On Friday 27 October, a Halloween Ball and Club night in Paisley Town Hall, a Murder Mystery night with three course meal in Zambretto Italian Restaurant, […]

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Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival, GFT, 24 – 26 October, 2017

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GFT welcomes back ESFF October, 2017. Showing a selection of titles from its 4th edition. Further details of festival Films at GFT Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival 24 October Rara (N/C 12+) Warm and compassionate human drama   25 October 100 Metres (N/C 12+) ​A film inspired by the amazing true story of Ramon Arroyo 26 […]

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Lids Open Day Mackintosh Festival, Queens Cross Church, 22 October, 2017

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11 a.m. – 4 p.m.  Sunday 22 October, 2017 Queens Cross Church, 870 Garscube Rd, Glasgow G20 7EL Lids Open Day returns to this beautiful building for the 5th time as part of this year’s Mackintosh Festval program, though in a bit of a departure from the usual format with NO BOOKING REQUIRED ! No […]

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The Steamie, Kings Theatre, Glasgow Monday 23 October until Saturday 4 November, 2017.

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 RED CARPET GALA PERFORMANCE OF TONY ROPER’S THE STEAMIE TO CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY AT GLASGOW’S KING’S THEATRE – Tuesday 24 October, 2017  GALA WILL ALSO RAISE FUNDS FOR ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE OF SCOTLAND IN 170TH YEAR TO RECOGNISE KEY ROLE IN SCOTTISH DRAMA  Producers Neil Laidlaw and Jason Haigh Ellery are proud to announce that a special […]

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