Dancing Wave – Longest Mural in Glasgow
Castlebank Street Castlebank Street, GlasgowStretching nearly 1,000 metres, ‘Dancing Wave’ is the longest outdoor mural in Glasgow. It has been created by Healy Arts Charity to celebrate the River Clyde, whilst combining Glasgow’s rich […]
Looking West
ScotlandArt Gallery 193 Bath Street, GlasgowScotlandArt Gallery's exhibition takes a stroll around the iconic and lesser-known sights of the West End through paintings. Gathering together artists from across Scotland, 'Looking West' is an affectionate artistic […]
Dirty Harry – Blondie Tribute
Òran Mór 731-735 Great Western RdDirty Harry is the only tribute band for the true Blondie fan. After their amazing sell out show at Oran Mor, the band are back to rock the venue once […]
PAINTINGS ON RAILINGS
Railings at Botanic Gardens and Queen Margaret DrivePaintings on Railings is back for WestFest 24! The annual display of local artists showing their fabulous paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale. Please note - weather dependent! To […]
Madrigirls: Sing & Craft Workshop
Innes & Gunn Brewery Taproom 44 Ashton Lane, GlasgowJoin us for a workshop inspired by the varied history of printed music. From medieval manuscripts to penny broadside ballads, via madrigals, American shapenote, folk and more, you'll learn some […]
RUYA – Exhibition
Hillhead Library 348 Byres RoadAn exhibition by Sareh Abasi, Syeda Sadaf Anwar, Najat El Bouhali Digoug & Morwenna Kearsley which showcases a collection of portraits and still lifes reflecting on cultural heritage, representation and […]
Remembering Agnes’ Glasgow at Tenement house
Tenement house 145 Buccleuch Street, Garnethill, GlasgowExplore the Tenement House archive and collections to discover the changing face of the West End, Garnethill, and the people who lived here throughout the previous century. Join us for […]
WestFest Surgery with Kaukab, Patrick & Alison
Woodlands Workspace 66 Ashley StreetJoin Kaukab Stewart MSP, Patrick Grady MP & Alison Thewliss MP for a special joint surgery as part of WestFest. Come along to meet your local elected representatives and have […]
OLIVER JR
Websters Theatre 416 Great Western RdConsider yourself at home with the Broadway Junior version of Lionel Bart’s classic musical based on Charles Dickens’ novel Oliver Twist. The Tony & Olivier award-winning show is one of […]
Lift Others Up
K U D I R K A 22 Cleveden Gardens, GlasgowFirst exhibition at a new artist-led space on Kelvinside, G12. Lift Others Up is a group show of bold colourful paintings by artists Rowena Comrie, Sarah Kudirka and Alison McWhirter […]
Halo Arts Presents: Drama & Musical Theatre
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, GlasgowAS PART OF WESTFEST 2024, HALO ARTS ARE DELIGHTED TO BE OFFERING A RANGE OF FREE SATURDAY AFTERNOON YOUTH ARTS WORKSHOPS AT THE KELVIN HALL FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AGED 6-12. […]
Ceilidh in St. Mungo’s Square
St Mungo's Square University of Glasgow ARC BuildingJoin WestFest, Glasgow Folk Music Workshop and the team at the Advanced Research Centre (the ARC) for the annual outdoor ceilidh in St Mungo Square. Dance to traditional folk music […]
Summer Sunshine Fling
Children’s Wood and North Kelvin Meadow Kelbourne Street, GlasgowPlease join our free community event 'Summer Sunshine Fling' in the Children's Wood and Meadow. There will be nature and craft workshops, tea/ coffe and cakes, music and games- and […]
MusARC Stage at WestFest and Glasgow Science Festival
St Mungo's Square University of Glasgow ARC BuildingBooking Recommended Join us in St Mungo Square for a special afternoon celebrating human creativity and connection through music. Headline performers and attractions include: The Burning Hell The musical project […]
Wilton Street Gardens Fete
Wilton Street Gardens Wilton StreetA lively free event in our beautiful community gardens, bigger and brighter than ever and with something for everyone: original art, jewellery, fun activities for kids, prints, beading, mid-century finds, […]
Highland Dance and Scottish Music
Kelvinside Parish Church Observatory RoadHighland dance display from tots to adults!
The 22nd Japanese Matsuri
Wellington Church 77 Southpark Avenue, GlasgowEnjoy watching Taiko Japanese drumming, write your names in Japanese, try origami, and colour in Japan-themed pictures. This is a festival for all, regardless of their backgrounds.
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, the church contains fine stained glass windows by Burne-Jones, Cottier, Stringley-Hunt, Meikle and Sadie McLellan. Open […]
Madrigirls: Dark Skies Beckon
University Of Glasgow Memorial Chapel 1 The Square, University AvenueWestfest regulars Glasgow Madrigirls are back with a concert of a cappella choral music inspired by the skies above us. The varied programme includes a mix of music from across […]
