I have a Jaunt round the Glasgow West End notice boards to see what’s going on in the centre of the universe but I also rely on mailing lists and you getting in touch with your events. The listings are free for charitable organisations – small charge for profit making events. Book Fair at the Botanics 28 and 29 December, 2017
Festive Book Fair. Lovely weather for a stroll round Glasgow Botanic Gardens. Take the opportunity to pop into the Book Fair in the Hopkirk Building Glasgow Botanic Gardens, 730 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 0UE 10 – 4.30 p.m. Thursday 28 and Friday 29 December, 2017
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Thursday, December 28, 2017 | Filed under: Aye Write! Glasgow's Book Festival 2015, Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Shopping
A Matter of Life and Death, GFT
2,3 and 4 January, 2017 Fantastical and romantic, A Matter of Life and Death stars David Niven as an RAF pilot who must appeal to a celestial court after accidentally being allowed to evade death. Celebrated filmmaking duo Powell and Pressburger cross boundaries of narrative, metaphysics and technology in pursuit of one of their finest tales; an experimental […]
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KIOKO: The Big Gig in aid of Scottish Huntington’s Association
Fundraiser in aid of Scottish Huntington’s Association Saturday 3rd February, 2018 KIOKO – Supported by Fnuf and the Faerielights + DJ This Birmingham band who have appeared at Glastonbury, Belladrum, and headlined at the 02 Academy are playing a charity gig in Glasgow. Their music is a blended mix of Ska and Reggae. Community Central Hall […]
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Wednesday, December 27, 2017 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Gig Guide plus Club Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
The Bishop’s Wife, GFT
22 – 24 December, 2017 Raising funds for a new cathedral, Bishop Henry Brougham has his prayers for divine guidance answered in the form of a guardian angel named Dudley. When Dudley assumes the identity of a guest in their home over Christmas, Brougham’s life is turned upside down, as he believes the charming angel […]
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Friday, December 22, 2017 | Filed under: Cinema
The Muppet Christmas Carol Screening and Toy Collection for Shelter Scotland, OranMor
23 December, 2017 at 1 p.m. OranMor, Top of Byres Road, G12 8QX The Muppet Christmas Carol (Family Screening) The Muppet characters tell their version of Dickens’ classic tale of an old and bitter miser’s redemption on Christmas Eve, with Kermit the Frog playing Bob Cratchit, the put-upon clerk of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine). […]
The Prince of Nothingwood, GFT
16 – 24 December, 2017 Sonia Kronlund’s touching and funny documentary, that screened to acclaim at Cannes 2017, follows Salim Shaheen, the Ed Wood of Afghanistan. A force of nature, Shaheen has managed to make and self-distribute no fewer than 110 films despite the country’s on-going war and conflicts. Keenly aware of the power of […]
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Christmas at GFT, 3 – 23 December, 2017
Christmas at GFT Entertainment for all the family throughout December Details and tickets It’s a Wonderful Life (U) 8-24 December,2017 Details and tickets Elf (PG) A highly entertaining ‘fish out of water’ romp with seasonal bells on 15-23 December, 2017 Details and tickets The Muppet Christmas Carol (U) A merry, magical version of Charles […]
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| Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Cinema, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Blade of the Immortal, GFT
27 – 29 December, 2017 Blade of the Immortal marks Takashi Miike’s (13 Assassins, Audition) 100th film. Based on Hiroaki Samura’s manga series, this film tells the story of Manji, a highly skilled samurai, who becomes cursed with immortality after a legendary battle. Haunted by the brutal murder of his sister, Manji knows that fighting […]
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Murder on the Orient Express, GFT
27 – 30 December, 2017 What starts out as a lavish train ride through Europe quickly unfolds into one of the most stylish, suspenseful and thrilling mysteries ever told. From the novel by best-selling author Agatha Christie, Murder on the Orient Express tells the tale of thirteen strangers stranded on a train, where everyone’s a suspect. […]
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New Tenements – Architecture and the Return to the Inner City, The Lighthouse
First of our series of talks on architecture and design in 2018. There will be a short drinks reception from 6pm, with the discussion beginning shortly after. 18 January, 2018 6 – 8 p.m. The Lighthouse, In the last decades city centres have profoundly changed. Not only in Glasgow, but all over Europe inner-city regeneration […]
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‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition & Gifts at Thistle Gallery Glasgow until 24 Dec, 2017
Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art 56 Park Road, Glasgow G4 9JF Email Telephone: 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com Beautiful Gifts for Christmas Make your way to the Thistle Gallery this December for a cornucopia of artistic gifts in a warm & welcoming environment……the Gallery is full to overflowing with the very best of what Scottish contemporary […]
Thursday, December 21, 2017 | Filed under: Art & artists Glasgow West End, Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow, Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Christmas Markets Glasgow City Centre – 9 November – 22 December, 2017
St Enoch Square for the Glasgow Christmas Market! 9 November – 22 December 10am – 8pm. This traditional continental market offers a wide selection of festive gifts and delicious street food. Opening from 9 November until 22 December there is nowhere better to pick up a festive gift and get your Christmas cheer on! Additional […]
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Wednesday, December 20, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Christmas Shopping in Glasgow, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Called You Last Night From Glasgow, Club Night, Broadcast
Thursday, 21 December, 2018 ‘I was sick and tired of everything. When I called you last night from Glasgow…’ ‘We’ve had quite a few people suggesting we do a club night dedicated to ABBA and after the massive success of our Madonnathon back in September we thought why not! Expect to hear all the abba […]
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Thistle Gallery at Christmas
Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art 56 Park Road, Glasgow G4 9JF Email Telephone: 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com ‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition ‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition at Thistle Gallery runs until 24 December, 2017 You will find a wonderful display of contemporary art by both emerging and established Scottish Artists. Enjoy viewing the art in this friendly and […]
101 Men in Kilts by Bob McDevitt
101 Men in Kilts book of photography by Bob McDevitt A fascinating selection of kilt wearers from all walks of life. I had a sneak preview before the launch (today, 1 November, 2017). I was delighted to spot a few familiar models – looking very, very good. Super gift and stocking filler and great value […]
Glasgow Christmas Markets, Fairs and Shopping Events
‘Unwrapped’ Christmas Exhibition at Thistle Gallery Glasgow 4 Nov – 24 Dec, 2017 Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art 56 Park Road, Glasgow G4 9JF Email Telephone: 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com For the last six months Carol Dunbar at Thistle Gallery has been searching the length and breadth of Scotland’s thriving artistic community to create ‘Unwrapped’ […]
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The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience, Avant Garde, Friday 22 December, 2017
NTM Promotions presents The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience Friday 22 December, 2017 – 7 p.m. Avant Garde, 34-44 King St, Merchant City, Glasgow G1 5QT Christmas Party 2017 Tickets £5 from Avant Garde or at Ticket Scotland The Sensational Alex Harvey Experience have had another successful year and as a small vote of thanks to fans […]
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Tuesday, December 19, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Gig Guide plus Club Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Glasgow Drum Circle – give a voucher for Christmas
Give the gift of Riddim. Seven workshops on the African djembe. Email info@glasgowdrumcircle.org www.glasgowdrumcircle.org
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Santa’s Magical Grotto at Lomond Shores until 24 December, 2017
Christmas isn’t Christmas without a visit to Santa. Come and see Santa at his magical loch-side residence, with a peek into the Elves’ Workshop, and a trip on the Santa Train to Santa’s Grotto to visit the man himself. Until 24th December (open daily) 10am – 6pm Lomond Shores, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch G83 8QL […]
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| Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Kids and young people
Mistletoe and Mystery Evening , Partick Burgh Hall
Spirits of Christmas and ghosts that go hump in the night Mistletoe and Mystery Evening Partick Burgh Hall, Partick Burgh Halls (Main Hall) 9 Burgh Hall Street, Glasgow, G11 5LN Thursday, 21 December, 2017 – 7.30 p.m. £5 Ghosts that go hump in the night, witchcraft in Glasgow and Hell as a real place are all […]
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Monday, December 18, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Christmas in Glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Glasgow West End: Pat’s Favourite Books
The Book Shelf Make sure you have a look at Christine Macrae’s good book guide. Here is a small selection from our bookshelf. I will mainly focus on books about Glasgow but will include more general titles and Jim (my husband who is an avid reader) will also select his favourites. One way I am […]
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Christmas Drive In Movies, The Riverside Museum
Riverside Museum for a magical Christmas movies – 17 December, 2017 This Christmas, make your family movie night one to remember at our first ever Drive in Movie! A fantastic night of fun and laughter is guaranteed, with two Christmas classics to choose from. 6pm – Frozen 9pm – LOVE actually Tickets cost £30 per […]
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Saturday, December 16, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Cinema, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Song of Granite, GFT
16 – 21 December, 2017 Ireland’s selection for best foreign-language film at the 2018 Academy Awards, acclaimed filmmaker Pat Collins (Silence) brings the dramatic true story of legendary sean nós (old style) singer Joe Heaney to the screen in a fittingly lyrical film, largely in Gaelic dialogue. Weaving traditional narrative episodes with documentary footage and […]
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Mountain, GFT
18 – 21 December, 2017 A unique cinematic and musical collaboration between the Australian Chamber Orchestra and director Jennifer Peedom, Mountain (narrated by Willem Dafoe), is an exploration of our obsession with mountains. Only three centuries ago, climbing a mountain would have been considered close to lunacy. The idea scarcely existed that wild landscapes might […]
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Hans Lucas Psycho/s, CCA
Fri 22 December 2017 7.30pm, Free (unticketed), Cinema 15+ 0141 352 4900Glasgow-based independent filmmaker Hans Lucas presents a radical reimagining of Psycho, editing the Hitchcock classic with Gus Van Sant’s homage into a single narrative. Exploring both similarity and difference this unique cinema experience raises questions of authorship in an age of mashups and remixes […]
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White Christmas, GFT
21 December, 2017 Movie Memories is GFT’s dementia friendly film programme. It is designed to allow people experiencing early-to-mid-stage dementia, their carers and/or families to socialise in a safe and welcoming environment. Read FAQs here. A true Christmas classic from Michael Curtiz! Full of laughter, dance and of course the beloved holiday song, ‘White Christmas’. Join […]
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Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool, GFT
20 December, 2017 Based on the moving true-life story, Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool chronicles the vibrant affair between legendary Oscar-winning Hollywood star Gloria Grahame (Annette Bening) and her young lover, aspiring young actor Peter Turner (Jamie Bell). Their romance quickly grows into a deeper relationship, with Peter being the one person Gloria allows herself to […]
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Friday, December 15, 2017 | Filed under: Cinema
Best Before Bed Merry Movies Citizen M Glasgow
Friday 22nd December, 2017 Citizen M, 60 Renfrew Street, Glasgow G2 3BW We’re showing the merriest movies of all time at our festive Best Before Bed Session… and you’re invited! For jolly jingle-bell time, join us in the club room at citizenM Glasgow on 22 December, from 4pm to 9pm to watch: Elf – 4pm […]
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Context, Exibition of Photography and other interesting images at Offshore Gallery
Offshore Cafe, 3 Gibson Street, Hillhead, G12 8NU Come along to the launch of new exhibition of Photography and Other Interesting Images by a range of Glasgow based and International Artists. 6.30pm – 8.30 p.m. Mulled wine and BYOB Bring a bottle to swig or share. Many original and framed works will be for sale […]
Thursday, December 14, 2017 | Filed under: Art & artists Glasgow West End, Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Christmas Baby Rave at Cottiers
Baby Rave! BFLF Glasgow West – DJ Yogi Haughton 17 December, 2017 – 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm ‘What kind of fun are we going to have?’ * Absolute legend DJ Yogi Haughton playing a huge set of 80s/90s club classic right through to current techno and acid delights for our Christmas party * Play […]
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Tuesday, December 12, 2017 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Kids and young people, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
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