Heritage Talks at WestFest: Broomhill
25th June, 2026 at 7 p.m. Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW Historian GORDON URQUHART will discuss the development of the often-overlooked neighbourhoods of Broomhill and Balshagray, from ancient estates to the early Victorian villas of local shipbuilders, and from Edwardian tenements to the devastation wrought by postwar expressway and tunnel works. START 7PM | […]
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Children’s Walk for Gaza, Glasgow Green
Sunday 19 July, 2026, 11.30 a.m.- 1.30 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. Come along on Sunday, 19th July 2026, from 11:30 AM, for a meaningful Children’s Walk for […]
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Tuesday, June 16, 2026 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, Kids and young people, Pat's Home Page Blog
Big Sunday Kelvin Way at WestFest 2026
Sunday 21 June, 2026, Starts 11 a.m. WestFest Kelvin Way, Kelvingrove, Glasgow WestFest returns to Kelvin Way for its biggest community event of 2026. A jam-packed day of live music, choirs, brass bands, samba bands, circus performers, face painters and community stalls. FREE and no booking required
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Cottiers: Glasgow History, Heritage and Traditional Skills
Wednesday 17 June, 2026, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Come along to Cottiers for a day filled with history, heritage and traditional skills. Outside, you will have the opportunity to get some hands-on experience with slating with the Scottish Traditional Skills Forum and demonstrations in sign writing and stone carving by Glasgow City College. The […]
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Monday, June 15, 2026 | Filed under: Community event, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events
West End Bus Fest
Sunday 28 June, 2026 11 a.m. Event by Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Bridgeton Bus Garage and WestFest Riverside Museum 100 Pointhouse Rd, Glasgow G3 8RS On Sunday 28th June a selection of Vintage Buses from the GVVT collection at Bridgeton will operate a frequent service connecting Riverside Museum with Broomhill, Anniesland and the Botanic Gardens. Some vehicles will […]
Archive Gems – Wee Dementia Film Fest
Saturday, 27 June, 2026 – 2.30 p.m. – 5.15 p.m. The National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8AW A “technicolor” programme from the National Library of Scotland’s film collections. Part of the Dementia Fest – WestFest 2026 Three light-hearted films from the 1950s to 1970s showcase the […]
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WestFest: GLASGOW MADRIGIRLS – THE WELLSPRING
Saturday 13 June, 2026, 7.30 p.m. University Memorial Chapel, University of Glasgow G12 8QQ FREE – DONATIONS WELCOME A concert of a cappella vocal music celebrating the wonderful waterways around us, from fens and marshes to rivers, lochs and seas. The varied programme features folk songs, medieval cantigas, Shaker hymns and more – all performed […]
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Treasures of the Vikings, Govan Book Festival
Saturday 13 June, 2026, 4.30 p.m. The Govan Stones Project 866 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 3DL Govan Book Festival with Dr Tom Horne about his new book, Treasures of the Vikings! Expect a relaxed and illustrated interview-style chat, followed by a Q&A and book signing. FREE, unticketed – Just turn up!
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Outoor Ceilidh at Kelvingrove – WestFest 2026
Sunday 7 June, 2026, 2 p.m. WestFest, Visit West End and Glasgow Folk-Music Workshop Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum. Argyle St, Glasgow G3 8AG Come and join WestFest & Glasgow Folk Music Workshop for our famous outdoor ceilidh at the steps of Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Led by the talented musicians of Glasgow Folk Music Workshop, come and have […]
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Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | Filed under: Dance, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, Music, Pat's Home Page Blog, WestFest Glasgow's Cultural and Community Festival
West Fest 2026: Vinicombe Street Gala
Saturday 6 June, 2026 12.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. WestFest Vinicombe Street, Glasgow, G12 8SJ – Top of Byres Road Come along for the return of the fabulous Vinicombe Street Gala. Taking place on the piazza just off Byres Road (opposite Waitrose), you can look forward to an afternoon of live music, circus performers, choirs […]
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Monday, June 1, 2026 | Filed under: Community event, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, Music, WestFest Glasgow's Cultural and Community Festival, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Arlington Baths Club Commonwealth Games Gala
Saturday 27 June, 2026 – 11.30 a.m. – 4 p.m. WestFest at Arlington Baths Club Come along to the historic Arlington Baths Club for their gala- part of Glasgow Commonwealth Games celebrations. Featuring live music, sports and arts activities, water polo match and chilled poolside music. FREE and no booking required. Outside Stage 11.30 – […]
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Wee Dementia Film Festival – Screening and Q & A
Saturday 6 June, 2026, 2.30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Glasgow Museums at Kelvin Hall A special screening of three curated films followed by a Q&A with BAFTA-winning film-maker Ian Bustard A screening as part of the Wee Dementia Film Festival. A special screening of The Demented Poets, Caught In This Moment In Time and The […]
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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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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 […]
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
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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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 […]
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Sunday, April 19, 2026 | Filed under: Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, 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
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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Palestine solidarity volunteer bike ride
Sunday 29 March, 2026, 11 a.m. -3 p.m. For Great Ride of Return Event by Woodlands Community G3 6HW Glasgow, Meet at 11am departure back at 3pm Meet at Woodlands Community Meeting Room, 66 Ashley St, G3 6HW FREE A Palestine Solidarity group bike ride. Bring your Palestine flags and your solidarity. This ride will be […]
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Thursday, March 5, 2026 | Filed under: Community event, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more, Woodlands Community
Easter School Holiday Club, Platform
7 th – 17th April, 2026 – 10 a.m. – 2.30p.m. Platform Cafe Bar, The Bridge, 1000 Westerhouse Road, Glasgow G34 9JW Free food and packed programme of activities over Easter School Holidays. Children and families can come along to the Platform Café Bar and enjoy a free breakfast & lunch. The meals are drop […]
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Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | Filed under: Community event, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, Kids and young people, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Iona with Love, Barbara Sellars, book launch
Saturday 7 March, 2026, 2.30 p.m. Exhibition runs until 9 April,2026 Lillie Art Gallery, Station Road, Milngavie, G62 8BZ Launch of Photographer Barbara Sellars new book Iona with Love Opening times Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm Admission is free. Closed Easter Weekend: Friday 3 April and Saturday 4 April Photographs […]
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It’s A Fine Thing To Sing – Songs and Singers of Inishowen Peninsula Documentary
Thursday 26 March, 2026 The Deep End Venue Space – Govanhill Baths Community Trust21 Nithsdale Street, Glasgow G41 2PZ Event by Paula Larkin and Irish History Group Bob Gallagher, Documentary, 60 min, Ireland, 2023 This 60 minute documentary features Ian Lynch (Lankum), Ye Vagabonds and The Henry Girls arranging and singing six songs from Clonmany and Buncrana singers: […]
Friday, February 27, 2026 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Cinema, Community event, Free Events, Pat's Home Page Blog
Free and Low-Cost Activities at Glasgow Film Festival 2026
25th February until 8th March, 2026 Glasgow Film Festival’s 22nd edition opens Wednesday 25th February – it includes an extensive programme of free and affordable screenings and events. Based at Glasgow Film Theatre (GFT) and venues across the city, Glasgow Film Festival (GFF) presents a wide range of free and low-cost activities as part of […]
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | Filed under: Cinema, Free Events, Glasgow Film Festival 2025, Pat's Home Page Blog, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
The Arlington Baths Club – Talk: The Alhambra and Owen Jones
Friday 13 March, 2026 7 p.m. The Arlington Baths Club, 61 Arlington Street, Glasgow G3 6DT An illustrated talk on how Islamic architecture and design inspired the 19th century architecture of the Arlington Baths Club. What inspired the architecture of the Arlington Baths Club? The architect, designer and educator Owen Jones was a hugely influential […]
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Glasgow Film Festival 2026 – Take 2 Screenings
Glasgow Film Theatre believes every child in Glasgow should be able to enjoy the best big screen experience and during GFF this is no different. In keeping with regular Take 2 screenings that happen year-round, during GFF26 there will be two very special Take 2 film screenings. The Children of Bullerby Village – Saturday 28 […]
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | Filed under: Cinema, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, Glasgow Film Festival 2026, Pat's Home Page Blog, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
The Nook Conversation Cafe for Neurodiverse Adults
The Nook in Glasgow Free – Multiple dates The Nook in Glasgow 51 Wilson Street, Glasgow G1 1UZ Overview A safe space for neurodiverse adults with mental health problems to connect, share experiences, and support one another. This conversation café is a welcoming space for neurodivergent adults who experience mental health problems. Held at The […]
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Sunday, February 15, 2026 | Filed under: Free Events, Health and Fitness, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Glasgow Comic Fair
Saturday 28 February, 2026 – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. By Glasgow Comic Con, Vintage Vault and Fan Frontier Woodside Hall 36 Glenfarg St, Glasgow G20 7QE Free Entry Old skool, comic fair. Browse US back issue comics, silver age, bronze and modern comics, plus British comics and indie comics.
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Free Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more, What's on in Glasgow: Theatre and Comedy
