If you’re living with dementia, or await a diagnosis, or are a carer, friend or family member supporting a loved one, you’re very welcome to join us for some music, laughter and activities. There’s good chat, tea/ coffee and biscuits too. The awardwinning Dementia Heroes West End cafe is free to all and gathers on […]

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

Return of the Vinicombe Street Gala on the piazza just off Byres Road (opposite Waitrose). An afternoon of live music, circus performers, choirs and community groups, plus street theatre, balloon artists and facepainting. A great afternoon out for all the family!

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

Please note, this event has been cancelled.  

Join WestFest and Glasgow Folk Music Workshop on the steps of Kelvingrove Art Gallery for a community ceilidh. Led by talented musicians from Glasgow Folk Music Workshop — traditional folk music plus a few modern numbers. A great event for all the family.

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

Join us for the third Dear Green Music Scene, a sustainably powered festival in St Mungo Square at the ARC. Across two hydrogen and solar powered stages, enjoy grassroots musicians and research on clean energy. Featuring the WestFest ceilidh and indoor, green-themed activities, this collaborative event brings music, sustainability, and innovation together in one outdoor […]

Join WestFest, Glasgow Folk Music Workshop and the Advanced Research Centre for the annual outdoor ceilidh in St Mungo Square. Dance to traditional folk music and modern numbers, then step into the ARC to discover ground-breaking research at the University of Glasgow. Great for all the family. Ig: @uofg_arc

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

Join WestFest on the longest day of the year for a unique evening of fire theatre, circus and music. Created and performed by Think Circus, featuring a specially choreographed fire performance and atmospheric music against the stunning backdrop of Kelvingrove Galleries. Not to be missed.

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

WestFest returns to Kelvin Way for its biggest community event of 2026. A jam-packed day of live music, choirs, brass bands, samba bands, circus performers, face painters and community stalls. Free and open to all. Full lineup at westfest.uk.

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

Join the historic Arlington Baths Club for their gala- part of the city's Commonwealth Games celebrations. Featuring live music, sports and arts activities, water polo match and chilled poolside music.

6/7/13/14/20/21/27/28TH JUNE | 10AM | FREE TO ALL Various Locations Paintings on Railings returns for WestFest 2026! Annual display of local artists showcasing paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale at the Botanic Gardens railings. Weather dependent. To exhibit contact: selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (modest charge to exhibit).

FREE - DONATIONS INVITED Isla’s Beatson Bash — hosted by Nostrana Restaurant — is a special fundraising afternoon in support of Beatson Cancer Charity and Isla's Army. This free-to-attend event will feature live entertainment, and a brilliant community atmosphere, all focused on raising vital funds for Beatson Cancer Charity (Teenage and Young Adult Service). While […]