Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

The Bevvy Sisters with The Jerry Cans at Celtic Connections, St Luke’s, 27 January, 2017

  Despite their timeless vocal magic, 2016 marks a decade since Edinburgh harmony combo The Bevvy Sisters first joined forces, and they celebrate tonight in suitably sumptuous style. Back in St Luke’s, the very same venue that hosted their debut, and uniting all six lead singers who’ve graced the line-up, this one-off collaboration sees founding […]

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OranMor, Celtic Connections Listings 2017

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Celtic Connections is the largest annual winter music festival of its kind and the UK’s premier celebration of Celtic music.  A major musical event with 2,100 artists • 300 events • 20 venues • 1 brilliant festival  From 19 January – 5 February 2017 “If there’s one thing that makes wintertime in Glasgow great then […]

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Celtic Connections: The Transports, Royal Concert Hall, 25 January, 2017

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Some of the UK’s finest folk stars are uniting in a 40th anniversary revival of Peter Bellamy’s most revered work, The Transports this month, which includes a performance at the UK’s biggest winter music festival-Glasgow’s Celtic Connections-on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. The Young’uns, BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Best Group (2016 and 2015) will join […]

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Fail Better. Last Year’s Chips – collection for Drumchapel Foodbank, McChuills, 12 January, 2017

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No chips, no Utopia, no ends of worlds, nada. But plenty of hings at Fail Better… this month we have… ELAINE GALLAGHER SOPHIE ROGERS CARLA WOODBURN ABI NORMAL JOHNNY CYPHER as always, it’s FREE ENTRY and lovely bar staff. we’ll also be collecting for DRUMCHAPEL FOODBANK so get yer tins out McChuills, 40 High Street, […]

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Celtic Connections: Kirsty Law Young Night Thought, Part 1 – 31 January, 2017

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  Celtic Connections  Strathclyde Suite, Royal Concert Hall, 2 Sauchiehall Street, G2 31 January, 2017 – 8pm This show invites the audience to come and witness the opening chapter of Kirsty Law’s exploration of the concept of the ‘inner child’ through folklore, song and film. Working with filmmaker Daniel Warren, producer Ben Seal and painter […]

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Nathaniel Gow’s Dance Band: Ceilidh Nights at Òran Mór 23 January and 27 March, 2017

Concerto Caledonia Nathaniel Gow’s Dance Band: Ceilidh Nights at Òran Mór Party like it’s 1799! Celebrate the roots of ceilidh dancing in tunes and dances from 18th-century Scotland. Nathaniel Gow’s Dance Band: Ceilidh Nights reinvent the 18th-century ceilidh, bringing together early music group Concerto Caledonia with some of the leading lights in Scottish traditional music, […]

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One Weekend In Falkirk, Spoken Word and Music, 5 – 9 January, 2017

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  www.facebook.com/oneweekendinfalkirk #oneweekendinfalkirk Here’s the full line-up for the five days of fun: Thursday 5th January 2017: 17:30-19:30 ACOUSTIC CAFE OPEN MIC Two hours of open mic acoustic music in the heart of Falkirk. Open to anyone. FREE! (Suitable for all ages) Acoustic Cafe, Melville Lane, Falkirk. (01324) 638297 19:30 – 20:30 POETIC PICTURES (CINE […]

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Poptabulous Hogmanay at Rio Cafe, 31 December, 2016

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Poptabulous Hogmanay at The Rio cafe! DJ Paul Puppet (Scunner) keeps it upbeat & uplifting with a mix of pop/soul/funk/punk/glam/disco/electroswing/rock ‘n’ roll/ska/synthpop/indie/new wave/soundtracks & more! Get down early to avoid disappointment! Free snacks for early birds! 9pm-1am! Rio Cafe, 27 Hyndland Street, G11 5QF  Event on Facebook

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First Programme Announcements and Tickets On Sale For Glasgow Film Festival 2017

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First Programme Announcements and Tickets On Sale For  Glasgow Film Festival 2017 Exclusive Live Music Performance Exclusive live music performance to be simulcast across the UK following screening of Niall McCann’s Lost In France – Alex Kapranos (Franz Ferdinand), Stuart Braithwaite (Mogwai), Emma Pollock, Paul Savage (The Delgados) and RM Hubbert re-unite live on-stage for […]

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The World Is Ours, International Migrants Day,The Hidden Gardens, Sunday 18 December, 2016

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‘The World Is Ours’ A fireside gathering on International Migrants Day Sunday 18 December 3-5pm 25 Albert Drive, Glasgow G41 2PE Celebrating the contribution of migrants across the world & remembering those who have lost their lives making their journey to safety On International Migrants Day 2016, Scotland’s sanctuary gardens dedicated to peace host a […]

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Misadventures and the Cinnamon Girls, Sikorski Polish Club, Friday 16 December, 2016

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Last minute gig announcement! This Friday (16th December) Cinnamon Girls and Misadventures are joining forces to help banish the 2016 blues and get y’all in the festive mood. Playing in the wonderful Polish Club on Kelvingrove Park. £3 on the door and proceeds go to a good cause. First band on 8.15pm, curfew 10pm. Hope […]

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Milngavie Makers Market, Saturday, 17 December, 2016

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The weekend before Christmas, join us for last minute Christmas shopping at the Milngavie Makers Market! Saturday 17 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) Look out for Janet and John  Event on Facebook To apply […]

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Glasgow Local Food Network Winter Gathering and Ceilidh 20 January, 2017

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Fred Paton Centre, 19 Carrington St, Glasgow G4 9AJ 20 January, 2016 A winter get together to eat, dance and celebrate the fantastic work of Glasgow Local Food Network with local food projects across the city. Hosted by Woodlands Community Garden at their base the Fred Paton Centre, with food curated by Urban Roots and […]

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Festive Finnieston, The Hidden Lane and The Hive, Saturday 10 December, 2016

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Start the festive season at The Hidden Lane and The Hive! 1103 Argyle Street, G3 8MD – 11.30 p.m. 7.30 p.m. Full details: www.thehiddenlaneglasgow.com/festive-finnieston Dozens of open studios! Jewellery! Vintage, refurbished & upcycled furniture! Upholstery! Driftwood mirrors, frames, clocks & chalkboards! Painting, drawings, prints, photographs & cards! Gift certificates! Craft Beer! Artisan chocolate! Hot drinks, […]

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Joyous Choir at Oxfam Bookshop Byres Road, Saturday 17 December, 2016

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Saturday 17th December, 2016 – 3.30 p.m. A performance by Joyous Choir. This community choir is part of the Maryhill Integration Network and is made up of women from all over the world who have come to live in Glasgow. Oxfam Bookshop is looking forward to welcoming them, hearing their songs and helping them to […]

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Cancer Support Scotland Christmas Fayre, Gartnavel, 8 December, 2016

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  Looking for some unique Christmas gift ideas? Well look no further! Christmas Fayre on Thursday 8 December from 5pm – 8pm at the Cancer Support Scotland Centre. Judith Ralston will be switching on our Christmas tree lights and Jordanhill School Choir will be singing a few Christmas Carols to help everyone get into the festive spirit. […]

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Christmas Market Fayre, St Luke’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral Saturday 10th December, 2016

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St Luke’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral Dundonald Rd, Glasgow G12 9LL, UK Saturday 10th December, 10:00am-3:00pm Traditional Greek cuisine, from tasty savoury dishes to Christmas sweets and much more.  Enjoy either a cup of tea or a cup of Greek coffee while you enjoy a sample of the foods on offer.   www.greekcommunitystluke.scot/home

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Winter Fair at Galgael, Sunday 4 December, 2016

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Sunday 4 December, 2016 11 a.m.– 3.30 p.m. ‘You’re warmly invited to GalGael’s Winter Fair 2016. Enjoy the special atmosphere at our workshop. We’ll have lots of amazing craft stalls with beautiful handmade gifts. ‘ Come along, bring your family and friends and try some roasted chestnuts, soup, coffee/ tea and delicious homemade cakes. Looking […]

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Super Heroes Christmas Exhibition, ProjectAbility 1 – 15 December, 2016

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ProjectAbility 103 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD Superheroes for sale! Our annual Christmas exhibition of 2016 celebrates the brave, the bold and the magical world of Superheroes! Superman, one of our oldest and most loved superheroes, was created way back in 1933 by two high school students in Ohio. A few years later he acquired his […]

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West of Scotland Model Society, Bring and Build Night, 7 December, 2016

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Wednesday 7th December 2016 7:00 – 9:30pm Partick South Parish Church, 259 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow G11 6AB West of Scotland Model Society are having a “BRING AND BUILD NIGHT”, and you are invited to bring along a new model kit that you have recently bought, or been given as a gift.  If you have started […]

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Big Glasgow Harry Potter Quiz, 9 December, 2016

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9 December, 2016 7 p.m.   To celebrate the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and the numerous demands we run a Harry Potter Quiz we relented and we’re looking to have a wizard of a time. Put your Harry Potter knowledge to the test by answering 8 rounds of questions covering […]

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DWF Foundation, Christmas Art Show, Private View 1 December, 2016

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DWF Foundation’s first Christmas Art show, curated by Frances Lowrie of Art Exposure Gallery, in aid of the DWF Foundation DWF’s Scottish partners would like to invite you to their first Christmas Art Exhibition, curated by Frances Lowrie of Art Exposure Gallery. Come along Thursday, 1 December 2016 from 17:30 till 20:30, to welcome the […]

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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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Santa Dash, Glasgow, Sunday 11 December, 2016

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Santa Dash Sunday 11 December 2016 George Square Starts at: 10.00 Join thousands of other Santas on their annual dash. This year is the 10th anniversary of the Glasgow Santa Dash – Adults, children and even dogs all welcome!    Last year there were 6000 Santas.  Let’s make this year the best yet.  Glasgow Santa Dash […]

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Christmas Market Byres Road, Vinicombe Street, Sunday, 27 November, 2016

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Not just a market but a very festive occasion with local shops, choirs, performers and switching on of the Christmas Tree lights. From twelve Noon until 6 p.m.  Vinicombe Street, Top of Byres Road, G12 Vinicombe Street is preparing for festive cheer – and hopefully no frost – as weather woman Judith Ralston is set […]

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International Human Rights Day Disco, GOMA, 10 December, 2016

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Stand up for someone’s rights today! DISCOTEQUE, GALLERY OF MODERN ART 10 DECEMBER, 2016 – 12 NOON – 4.30 P.M. Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December. It commemorates the day on which, in 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In 1950, the Assembly passed […]

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Christmas Scent Event, Fundraiser for British Heart Foundation, Chelsea Mclaine Interior Design,Thursday 1 December, 2016

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Special fundraising night for the British Heart Foundation – Scotland on Thursday, December 1. Fstive floral arranging with Elinor from Quid Est, festive music, bubbles, delicious canapes, courtesy of Delizique and launching brand new range of bespoke Chelsea Mclaine candles. Chelsea Mclaine Interior Design’s Glasgow West End festive themed showroom on Hyndland Road. All of […]

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This Way Up 16 Exhibition Innovation Conference, Glasgow Film Theatre 29-30 November, 2016

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Programme & Speakers Announced THIS WAY UP 16 EXHIBITION INNOVATION CONFERENCE 29-30 November, Glasgow Film Theatre www.thiswayupconference.com THIS WAY UP – the film exhibition innovation conference – today announces its 2016 programme and speakers. Held at the newly refurbished Glasgow Film Theatre, the two-day event (29/30 November) will welcome UK and European delegates to an […]

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Chocolate Festival, Oban Lane, Queen Margaret Drive, Sunday 27 November, 2016

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 For the Love of Chocolate Sunday 27 November, 2016 – 6 p.m. Chocolate Festival! Featuring beer tasting by Hippo Beers, handmade chocolate stalls, live music, the history of chocolate, food & drink & lots more! All profit goes towards the ‘one for the rd’ fundraising. This is a community project to help make improvements in […]

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