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Big events in Glasgow
Glasgow's festivals are next level, and there are many which happen every year. Here are a few to keep an eye out for:
Celtic Connections
Glasgow’s annual folk, roots, indie, world and traditional music festival celebrates the link between Celtic music and cultures across the globe.
Gigs and music events in Glasgow
Band performing at King Tut's Wah Wah Hut
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Glasgow what's on today?
As a UNESCO City of Music, Glasgow hosts around 130 music events each week in venues ranging from the OVO Hydro to the king Tut's. Celtic Connections in January is the largest winter music festival of its kind, while the World Pipe Band Championships take place every August on Glasgow Green.
Venues in Glasgow frequently see big hitter names showcase their talent, including Emeli Sande, Ed Sheeran, Gerry Cinnamon, Lewis Capaldi, Skippinish, and many many more.
Explore what's on in theatres
Glasgow is also home to inspiring theatre shows and productions. From local performances to world-renowned acts displaying their many talents, there's plenty on offer with theatre shows on in Glasgow.
Merchant City Festival
Merchant City, Glasgow
This diverse arts festival features comedy, theatre and visual art in some of Glasgow's most fashionable buildings, with street performers adding to the festival atmosphere.
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The Bodyguard
King's Theatre, Glasgow
Musical adaptation for the stage of the 1992 film which featured Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston.
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Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
King's Theatre, Glasgow
Christmas at the Musicals (2pm)
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
Glasgow Vegan Festival
Easterhouse Sports Centre, Glasgow
Over 60 stalls selling food catering, meat and dairy alternatives, cruelty-free beauty products, clothes and more. Plus talks, information and cookery demonstrations.
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Ciara Phillips - Undoing it
Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
Musical Storytime - Easter Egg Hunt
Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow
Work in Theatre Spring 2025
Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow
Hope Street Choir Song Party
Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow
Tea Green Summer Market | The Burrell Collection
The Burrell Collection, Glasgow
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Looking for more? Snap up tickets to the most popular events happening in Glasgow throughout the year.
Lord of the Dance: A Lifetime of Standing Ovations
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
Michael Flatley is back with a dazzling revival of his iconic dance extravaganza. It promises to be an extraordinary journey that will captivate audiences again with this record-breaking show.
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Riverdance 30: The New Generation
King's Theatre, Glasgow
Hoolie in the Hydro
The OVO Hydro, Glasgow
Scotland’s biggest night of traditional music returns to the Hydro.
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Alabaster DePlume
Mono, Glasgow
London and Manchester-based spoken word artist, writer and saxophonist Angus Fairbairn, who goes by the name Alabaster dePlume.
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Merchant City Music Tour: Past and Present
The Clutha & Victoria Bar, Glasgow
BBC SSO: Tectonics Glasgow 2025
City Halls & Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow
Tea Green Winter Market | Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
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