Step into the Arlington Baths
Arlington Baths Club 61 Arlington StreetVisit the oldest member-run swimming pool in Europe and see the spectacular Turkish Bath: one of Glasgow’s best-kept secrets! Since opening in 1870 Arlington Baths Club has been a home-from-home for thousands of Glasgow men, women and children who have come to the Baths to swim, exercise and relax. Hear a wealth of stories about […]
A Window on Ukraine – photographs by Robert Burns
Hillhead Library 348 Byres RoadThis exhibition offers distinctive observations and reflections of the Ukraine over several years between 2007 and 2012 by Glasgow-based photographer Robert Burns. The exhibition demonstrates his keen interest and empathy for the ordinary people in Kyiv and other nearby towns and cities. He has recorded the joys of Ukrainian life, the weddings, the festivals, children […]
PAINTINGS ON RAILINGS
Railings at Botanic Gardens and Queen Margaret DriveThe annual display of local artists showing their paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale. Please note - weather dependent! To exhibit, please contact Selma on selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (Modest charge to exhibit)
Gaia (The Earth) by Luke Jerram, part of 50th Anniversary Celebrations of The CRM Society
Mackintosh Queen's Cross 870 Garscube RoadTo celebrate its 50th year, the CRM Society is holding a series of events at its home at Queen’s Cross. This former church was designed by Mackintosh and now operates as a successful venue for music and events. Measuring six metres in diameter, Gaia features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s surface. The artwork […]
The West End Wander
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Argyle Street, GlasgowCome join us on an award-winning food tour of Glasgow’s leafy west end and explore the thriving food scene Glaswegians love! With our tour you will wander through our vibrant city, tasting an eclectic mix of quality Scottish food and drink. Enjoying the Glasgow patter and some Gaelic, your local tour guide will walk you […]
VINICOMBE STREET GALA
Vinicombe Street PiazzaCome and celebrate the first Saturday of WestFest at the fabulous Vinicombe Street Gala. Join us on the piazza just off Byres Road (opposite Waitrose) for an afternoon of live music, samba drummers, dancers, circus performers and the fantastic Sambayabamba! As well as this we will have street theatre, balloon artists, face-painting and lots more. […]
Organ Music for a Summer Afternoon
Kelvinside Parish Church Observatory RoadHear our wonderful Willis organ as you enjoy and explore the beauty of the building. Donations welcome.
Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church presents Open Church
Kelvinside Parish Church Observatory RoadDesigned by James Sellars in 1876 and modelled on La Sainte Chapelle in Paris, he church contains five stained glass windows by Burne-Jones, Cottier, Stringley-Hunt, Meikle and Sadie McLellan. ‘Open Church’ gives opportunity to visit our magnificient building; to admire the glass and architecture and/or simply to sit and frelect quietly and privately.
Jon Allen & The Luna Kings
Òran Mór 731-735 Great Western RdA much loved fixture on the music scene over the last decade, Allen has been described as a musicians, musician. His sound is built on a foundation of Americana, Roots and Blues influences, with a soulful, whiskey-soaked voice and a striking gift for melody. Facebook - @JonAllenmusic Twitter - @jonallenmusic Instagram - @JonAllenofficial
THE BIG SUNDAY AT THE BANDSTAND
Kelvingrove Bandstand Kelvin WayAfter the success of The Big Weekend last year, WestFest is excited to be back at Kelvingrove Bandstand in 2023 for a jam-packed programme of free, community events in partnership with Glasgow Music. Come and join our afternoon gala then take in the glorious sounds of massed choirs, brass bands and a variety of world […]
PAINTINGS ON RAILINGS
Railings at Botanic Gardens and Queen Margaret DriveThe annual display of local artists showing their paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale. Please note - weather dependent! To exhibit, please contact Selma on selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (Modest charge to exhibit)
Gaia (The Earth) by Luke Jerram, part of 50th Anniversary Celebrations of The CRM Society
Mackintosh Queen's Cross 870 Garscube RoadTo celebrate its 50th year, the CRM Society is holding a series of events at its home at Queen’s Cross. This former church was designed by Mackintosh and now operates as a successful venue for music and events. Measuring six metres in diameter, Gaia features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s surface. The artwork […]
