Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers.

Merchant City Festival: Art and Design Workshops

Fashion Cultures: Glasgow School of Art – Art and Design Workshops at Jigsaw Part of Merchant City Festival 24 Jul 2014 – 3 Aug 2014 Jigsaw, 177 Ingram Street, Glasgow All ages Various dates and times – visit fashioncultures.org for programme details  For the duration of Fashion Cultures, Glasgow School of Art will be conducting […]

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East End Social, Last Big Week-end, 30 and 31 August. 2014

THE LAST BIG WEEKEND : MOGWAI // HUDSON MOHAWKE // OPTIMO // NUMBERS Hosted by The East End Social and Numbers Aug 30 at 1:00pm to Aug 31 at 10:00pm        Richmond Park, Clyde Waterfront, Oatlands Chemikal Underground will bring its inaugural The East End Social programme to a close with The East End Social’s ‘Last […]

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Nelson Mandela International Day Celebration, Glasgow 18 July

Nelson Mandela International Day Celebration Glasgow – 18 July, 2014 The Lord Provost of Glasgow will announce the winning artist who will create a bust of Nelson Mandela for the City Chambers, followed by a ribbon-tying ceremony on the railings of St. George’s Tron Church in Nelson Mandela Place. Ribbons will be tied by the […]

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Foraging and Storytelling North Kelvin Meadow, 20th July, 2014

Foraging and Storytelling North Kelvin Meadow, 20th July, 2014 Come and join us on the 20th for foraging, herb propagation and storytelling.Information on Facebook 76 Kelbourne St, Glasgow,  G20 8PR

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Glasgow Film’s contribution to Festival 2014: Cargo, Camera…Action! 26th July

Cargo, Camera… Action! A Cinematic Spectacular On The Water Glasgow Film’s contribution to Glasgow Film’s contribution to Festival 2014 Saturday 26 July Custom House Quay, Glasgow On Saturday 26 July, 2014, Glasgow Film takes over the banks of the Clyde by Custom House Quay. Cargo, Camera… Action! is Glasgow Film’s contribution to Festival 2014: a […]

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Muldoon’s Picnic in Concert with Mick West plus workshop Saturday 5th July, 2014 Hillhead Baptist Church

Muldoon’s Picnic in Concert with Mick West plus workshop Saturday 5th July, 2014 Hillhead Baptist Church CONCERT – 6.30pm Glasgow’s acclaimed folk-world harmony group present unaccompanied songs from traditions around the globe, including some gems from the Scots Chorus project with special guest Mick West and participants from the afternoon workshop. “Interesting harmonies sung with […]

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Pride Glasgow 19 July – 3rd August, 2014

Pride Glasgow returns for 2014 with a 16-day festival of events celebrating LGBT equality including the usual parade and street party, as well as Pride Day which includes a fairground, a community expo, a cabaret stage, marketplace, a youth space, a trans safe space and a great big concert featuring Heather Peace, Amelia Lily, Lucy […]

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The Tin Forest International, 21 – 24 July, South Rotunda, Glasgow

A celebration of Glasgow’s industrial past and creative future. The Tin Forest International South Rotunda by the Clyde 21 – 24 July From here, the international company which will now include actors and performers from across the Commonwealth will take to the streets and perform throughout the city including at the Waterbus Terminal, Tradeston Footbridge, […]

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The Common Weal Festival The Arches, Sun 6 Jul 2014

A Festival of The Common Weal The Common Weal Festival The Arches, Argyle Street, Glasgow Sun 6 Jul 2014 | 12pm – 6pm | Advised donation min. £10 per ticket Buy tickets onlineEvent on Facebook/ Common Weal are bringing together a diversity of organisations and ideas for a day-long celebration in The Arches. The aim? […]

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Yestival Govanhill Baths Saturday, July 5

        Yestival Govanhill Baths Saturday, July 5 at 2:00pm – 6:00pm  The Glasgow leg of the Yestival tour takes place at the wonderful Govanhill Baths venue, with a daytime event that is open to all! Main Pool 2.00pm – 3.30pmA variety showcase featuring speakers, sketches, spoken word and music including: Alan Bissett! Bhangra music! […]

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Rock-a-Buy Baby, Kids’ Market, Partick, Sat 5th July, 2014

Rock-A-Buy Pre Loved Baby & Kids Market  Partick Burgh Halls 9 Burgh Hall St, Glasgow,  G11 5LW Saturday 5th July, 2014  10.30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Information about event: Selling a huge Range Of Maternity, Baby, And Children’s Products (age 0 – 9) Great Brands At Super Prices. The Rock-a-Buy Baby & Kids Market is […]

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The East End Social, Last Big Week-end, Cultural Festival Glasgow 30/31 August

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The Annexe Community Centre, Partick, Glasgow G11

Annex Communities – Wellbeing On Your Doorstep The Annexe is a small, local community centre offering health activities to the community:  The Annexe Café – is a Healthy Living Award Café – guaranteed good foodLocally bought produce at a reasonable price and in a lovely atmosphereOpen Mon – Friday from 10am-2.30pmThe best kept secret in […]

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Keep Your Battery Charged, Trades Hall 28th June

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Scotland On The Cusp, A Reading for Independence, OranMor, Sunday 6 July

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Friday Street Presents – 2014 Glasgow Mod Weekender Wednesday 25th – Sunday 29th June

Friday Street Presents – 2014 Glasgow Mod Weekender Wednesday 25th – Sunday 29th June Wednesday 25th June – Doors 7.30pm – On Stage 8pm(In association with Glasgow Jazz Festival) Geno Washington and the Ram Jam Band Live Rio Club – Pop Up VenueMerchant Square Basement, Glasgow G1 1NY(Entrance at corner of Candleriggs and Bell Street) […]

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The Rio Pop Up Venue at Jazzfest 2014, 25 – 29 June

The Rio Pop Up Venue at Jazzfest 2014 Merchant Square, Glasgow Merchant City G1 1LE From 25 – 29 June in the basement of Merchant Square, Glasgow. The Rio Club at Glasgow Jazz Festival. Featuring Geno Washington, Sons of Kemet, Leo Condie, F… The Rio Club kicks off this year with GENO WASHINGTON & THE […]

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The Variety Society Sunday 29th June Vespbar.

The Variety Society Sunday 29th June  Vespbar. 14 Drury Street, Glasgow A mix of comedy, theatre, poetry, music, and film. It’s well worth sticking your head round the door.  8pm  £2 entry.  

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Battlefield Street Party, Sat 28th June, 2014

Battlefield Street Party Kicks off on Saturday 28th June at Battlefield Community Garden Corner Arundel Road/Ledard Drive Noon to five p.m. Bringing the community together with something for all the family including: live performance from Woodwife, The Shy Retirer, Govanhill Voices. There will be children’s activities with a bouncy castle and face painting and watch […]

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Queen Margaret Drive Gala West End Festival 28 and 29 June

Queen Margaret Drive Street Festival Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June, 2014 12:00pm – 6.00 p.m. On the last week-end of the West End Festival join in the fun organised by the Queen Margaret Drive Community Music, craft beer, authentic food, art and craft workshops, street stalls, vintage clothing, face painting and other children’s activities. […]

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Spangled Cabaret at The Art School, Mon 14 July

Spangled Cabaret at The Art School Monday, 14th July, 2014 at 8.30 p.m.       Ladles and Jellyspoons, we bring you: Marcus ReevesTom HarlowMiss Hell’s BelleWild Card KittyThe Great AzizThe Fabulous Artisans+ Special Guests Marcus Reeves-Writer and performer Marcus Reeves’ performance career spans work as an actor, stand-up comic, singer songwriter and performance poet. As part […]

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Cycle Glasgow 2014

Cycle Glasgow 2014 Takes place on Sunday 17 August starting at 10.00am.   The route will start and finish in Kelvingrove Park, heading to Clydebank on the Kelvin Walkway and returning via the Cycle Path on the Forth and Clyde Canal.  Cyclists will have the option to cover 13 or 26 miles. We are offering […]

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The Southside Souk, Refugee Week Glasgow, 21st June, 2014

 The Southside Souk       Saturday 21st June  12:00pm – 5:00pm Part of Refugee Week People make Glasgow. And people from around the world make Glasgow even better. In this new monthly market – founded by Claire (a South African now living in Glasgow) and Mel (who is from an immigrant family) – we will be […]

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Refugee Week Scotland 16th – 22nd June, 2014

Refugee Week Scotland (Photo: Becky Duncan Photography) 14th – 22nd June Refugee Week is a UK-wide festival of arts, cultural and educational events that takes place each June and celebrates the contribution of refugees to the UK, and encourages a better understanding between communities.  In Scotland, the programme is co-ordinated by Scottish Refugee Council and […]

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Nepalese Feast and Instruments, 14th June, Kinning Park Complex

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Glasgow Cycle Festival 2014

Ride with Glasgow Road Cycle Meet-Up! Fancy a tour of Glasgow’s parks and gardens this weekend? Well you are in luck!  As part of the Glasgow Cycle Festival, Glasgow Road Cycle Meet-Up are leading a ride this Sunday  15th June at 10am which will take you on a tour of our ‘dear green city’.  The ride […]

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Bungo in the Back Lanes, Southside, 21 June, 2014

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Auditions – Your Disco Needs You – The Musical Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th June University of the West of Scotland Paisley Campus

 Auditions – Your  Disco Needs You – The Musical Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th June University of the West of Scotland Paisley CampusTime – 10am – 4pm Casting call for brand new amateur dramatics musical for breast cancer awareness project for charity.All profit to 3 cancer charities. Takes place at Mitchell Theatre Glasgow. 5 performances […]

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Govan Fun Fair Friday 6th and Sat 7 June at Elder Park, Sunny Govan, 2014

Govan Fun Fair History The Govan Fair is the oldest such event in Glasgow, dating back to 1756 when it was established by the Govan Weavers Society. Since then, the first Friday in June has always been Govan Fair Day, and an annual parade has taken place. The 258th fair takes place on the 6th […]

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OranMor’s tenth anniversary celebration. June 2014.

Oran Mor 10th Anniversary June 2014 Oran Mor is turning ten.  To celebrate a month long programme of events, including live music, theatre and comedy, has been created in appreciation of OranMor’s  role as one of the most important cultural hubs in the country.  It will include old favourites and fresh faces. PROGRAMME OF TENTH […]

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