Things To Do
Things to do in Glasgow
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There’s an abundance of sights, sounds and vivacious performing arts to be found in Glasgow, one of Scotland’s busiest, most endearing cities. With legendary venues from the infamous Barrowland Ballroom to the acclaimed Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow thoroughly deserves its title of UNESCO City of Music – a title it shares with just 75 other cities in the world. Whether you’re travelling to Glasgow to witness top class music, comedy, dance, theatre, events and attractions or whether you’re a local in need of some inspiration, this handy, regularly updated guide will doubtless come in handy.
Music and Nightlife
Start the week off right with Midnight Til Morning
Where? SWG3, 100 Eastvale Pl, Glasgow G3 8QG
When: Monday 12 January
The era of the boyband isn’t over yet. At least, American-Australian foursome Midnight Til Morning won’t let it be. Formed as a result of the Netflix hit show Building the Band, MTM, as this group are gleefully known, will appear in Glasgow this week for a feel-good show with all the ingredients of a fresh new act seasoned with familiar, unbeatable nostalgia. But act fast – this Monday’s SWG3 show has limited availability, so nab your spot for a last-minute dose of serotonin.
Get tickets to Midnight Till Morning at SWG3
Make your new year’s resolution at King Tut’s
Where? King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, 272A St Vincent Street, Glasgow G2 5RL
When: Wednesday 14 January
There’s no shortage of grassroots music this January! As is tradition at the start of every year, King Tut’s New Year’s Resolution festival is back from 2-25 January, and you could be in for a great night this Wednesday. Come along to support the best of Scotland’s emerging talent in 2026. Who knows – since previous participants include Lewis Capaldi and Fatherson – you could bear witness to the future’s biggest stars. Throughout the festival, over 80 artists will be performing at this 300-person venue. Sounds like a great opportunity for fun to us! Grab your tickets now.
Get tickets to New Year’s resolution Festival at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut
Enjoy Katie Gregson-MacLeod and Sophie May at Celtic Connections
Where? The Barony Hall, 16 Rotterow East, Glasgow G4 0RA
When: Friday 16 January
We couldn’t possibly do this roundup without mentioning Celtic Connections! On the stacked lineup this week are Katie Gregson-MacLeod and Sophie May, the former of which will be playing her first headline show of the festival. As an Inverness native, Gregson-MacLeod has been on a steady incline, wowing listeners with her pensive songwriting and poetic lyricism which, in 2022, placed her on BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘25 Artists to Watch’ list. This is also an opportunity to hear English singer-songwriter and guitarist Sophie May, too, who’s building an adoring fanbase for her beautiful acoustic sets and vulnerable songwriting.
Get tickets to Katie Gregson-MacLeod and Sophie May at The Barony Hall
Hear renowned West African talent Rokia Koné
Where? Saint Luke’s, Calton, 17 Bain St, Glasgow G40 2JZ
When: Friday 16 January
There’s another option on the cards for this Friday night if you’re keen on Celtic Connections but fancy some exposure to cultural music. If that’s the case, consider watching Rokia Koné and supporting artist Boubacar Samake at Saint Luke’s. Koné, who’s becoming a leading soul singer from Malia, is set to deliver a captivating set full of rich vocals and sweeping Mande guitar grooves. In West African soul, an important aspect of the music is traditional percussion, so it will be a privilege to hear an authentic style of playing in the heart of Scotland.
Get tickets to Rokia Koné at Saint Luke’s
Genre mash with The Strikes, The Tranquils and Deavenu
Where? Audio, 14 Midland Street, Glasgow, G1 4PP
When: Friday 16 January
Why go to a gig to see one act when you can catch three for the price of one? Hear a portion of indie rock, alt rock and indie pop at this Friday’s gig featuring The Strikes, The Tranquils and Deavenu. This is a good way to expand your music taste if you feel stuck in your ways, or a brilliant way to discover new bands in the genre you already love. Take a friend or go alone – plenty of people will be up for making friends at a gig like this, too! Sounds like a great last-minute plan to us.
Get tickets to The Strikes, The Tranquils, and Deavenu at Audio
Thrash your Sunday night away at the Superheaven show
Where? SWG3, 100 Eastvale Pl, Glasgow G3 8QG
When: Sunday 18 January
Thrashing out at a post-hardcore gig is possibly not how you spend your average Sunday night but, hey, this is 2026! New year, new you, right? Superheaven are turning up at SWG3 at the end of this week, and they’re known for dragging the best parts of grunge, post-hardcore and shoe gaze together to make something you literally can’t sit still for. Plus, this four-piece group has been around since 2008, so if anyone knows how to do it, it’s them.
Get tickets to Superheaven at SWG3
Comedy and Theatre
Let Scottish Youth Theatre introduce some promising new playwrights
Where? Oran Mor, Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8QX
When: Friday 16 January
January is the perfect time to uncover new talent or experience a different kind of entertainment. At Oran Mor, a selection of budding playwrights will showcase their latest works to an audience of theatre fans and critics, so don’t miss out if this sounds like you! The talent involved in the event known as Trajectories New Writers include Amina Aaliya Beg, Elliot Scott, Isaac Frost, Lola Rose Wood and Poppy Hope Smith, all of whom have worked with award winning playwright Douglas Maxwell to make their plays the best they can be. The whole event lasts over two days, but this Friday you can choose to watch either one or two of the five plays written specially by these writers. Go along and enjoy!
Get tickets to plays at Oran Mor
Kick back with a laugh at Tony Carroll’s show
Where? The Stand Comedy Club, 420 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G4 9HZ
When: Saturday 17 January
Head to The Stand this Saturday for a patch of relatable comedy with Hot Water’s Green Room Podcast host Tony Carroll. Having been on the comedy scene since 2010, this laid back comedian knows how to play the game, narrowing down on quick wit and charming charisma with a talent for making even the mundane funny. For a bit of a laugh this weekend, this 85-minute show could be the breath of fresh air you need, and a happy reminder not to take everyday life the slightest bit seriously. Carroll’s tour is relatively short with just ten tour dates, so catch him now – while you can!
Get tickets to Tony Carroll at The Stand Comedy Club
Family and Kids
Follow the intriguing Carmunnock Heritage Trail
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Where? Carmunnock Parish Church, Carmunnock Parish Church Kirk Road, Glasgow South Side G76 9DA
When: Anytime
Have a day out away from the hustle and bustle of Glasgow city centre on the Carmunnock Heritage Trail. Particularly fitting for history buffs or those who enjoy a walk near the countryside, all you need to do is pick up the leaflet from a local shop in the area and follow the map inside. The idea is to explore the area of Glasgow’s last remaining village, completing a total of 16 stops (or fewer if you don’t fancy all of them) and scanning a QR code each time to unveil a fascinating photo archive, plus videos and interviews made by villagers years ago.
Find out more about Carmunnock Heritage Trail
Food and Drink
Have a pint at WEST Brewery
Where? Templeton Business Centre, 15 Binnie Pl, Glasgow G40 1AW
When: Anytime
At WEST Brewery, you can have a sip of German beer excellence on Glaswegian soil. Since 2006, this business has been operational as a brewery, bar and restaurant from the central location of Glasgow Green. It’s since won an abundance of prestigious awards for its enviable hospitality and, in 2016, won Scotland’s Pub of the Year at the National Pub Bar Awards. If you’re in the area with a gap between plans, head on over!
Find out more about WEST Brewery
Museums and Art Galleries
Check out Kelvingrove Art Gallery’s collection of lost art
Where? Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Argyle St, Glasgow G3 8AG
When: Anytime
This one is recommended for a quiet Sunday or chilled autumn afternoon. The Kelvingrove Art Gallery now has nine never-before-seen displays by Alasdair Gray, including works from The Morag McAlpine Bequest. You’ll find these pieces in the Fragile Art Gallery, so head along if you’re keen on this Scottish poet and artist. Surreally, some of the artwork was done for his 1992 novel Poor Things, which was recently adapted into a film starring Emma Stone. In 2024, Stone won an Academy Award for her leading role in the film, so a visit to this gallery might not be your average day out!
Find out what’s on at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Explore The Burrell Collection at your leisure
Where? The Burrell Collection, Pollok Country Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Rd, Bellahouston, Glasgow G43 1AT
When: Anytime
One popular option for a cold winter’s day is exploring an art gallery, and one that’s often forgotten about in Glasgow is The Burrell Collection. Last year, this collection of art by Sir William Burrell and Constance, Lady Burrell won Best Large Museum in Family Friendly Museum Award, so we can’t think of a better time to stop by. The attraction has been open since 1983 and reopened in 2022 after closing for a while due to refurbishments. This way, you’ll get to experience a freshly renewed museum with a recent award win under its belt!
Find out more about The Burrell Collection
Community and Culture
Wander the Barras Market
Where? The Barras, 244 Gallowgate, Glasgow G4 0TT
When: Saturdays and Sundays
A popular weekend activity anywhere you go is always to have a wander round a local marketplace. Glasgow is no different – head to The Barras this Saturday or Sunday in the East End Quarter for some lunch on the go or local goods. Plus, you’ve got a good photo opp beneath the iconic archway at the marketplace entrance. It’s a good spot away from the city centre whilst maintaining the endearing community feel of one of Scotland’s favourite cities.
Find out what’s on at Barras Market
Wander Glasgow’s Botanical Gardens
Where? Glasgow Botanic Gardens, 730 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 0UE
When: Anytime
Soak up autumn in its full form by wandering the gorgeous Glasgow Botanic Gardens! Perambulate through this stunning collection of flowers and plants, or book a guided tour with a passionate expert to learn all about this sacred space for flora. Tours of the Arboretum, a quieter part of the gardens, are available at limited times throughout the rest of the year, with one at 11am on 9 October. Head to the website to book your experience!
Find out more about the Glasgow Botanic Gardens
Take the Glasgow Necropolis Heritage Trail
Where? St Mungo’s Museum of Religious Life and Art, 2 Castle St, Glasgow G4 0RH
When: Anytime
There are plenty of short heritage trails to walk in the centre of Glasgow, including the Necropolis Heritage Trail. It’ll take roughly one hour and 45 minutes, and you’ll discover the history of one of Europe’s most important and famous cemeteries. It homes thousands of graves from the Victorian era and, along with a great view across the city, you’ll get a rewarding walk out of the trail. Guided tours are available, so treat yourself to a fascinating wander this October!
Find out more about the Glasgow Necropolis Heritage Trail
Tour the city’s great murals
Where? City-wide
When: Anytime you fancy a stroll
There’s a fascinating city centre Mural Trail in Glasgow where you can tour round the impressive artwork based on varying moods and themes – from calm and serene to unforgettable and bizarre!
This is an innovative way to spend a free Saturday afternoon if you’ve got some spare time on your hands. There’s a handy map online to make sure you don’t miss any murals and you can figure out the best way to get around some (or all) of them at your own pace. Overall, it’s a fantastic way to support local artists and Glaswegian arts culture!
Find out more about Glasgow’s murals
