Kick off WestFest 2026 in style at the Opening Street Party on Ashton Lane and Vinicombe Street. Get ready for a full weekend of festivities in the heart of Glasgow’s West End, with outdoor BBQs, street food stalls, pop-up bars and live music running throughout the weekend. Expect a lively, family-friendly atmosphere with plenty to […]
Kick off WestFest 2026 in style at the Opening Street Party on Ashton Lane and Vinicombe Street. Get ready for a full weekend of festivities in the heart of Glasgow’s West End, with outdoor BBQs, street food stalls, pop-up bars and live music running throughout the weekend. Expect a lively, family-friendly atmosphere with plenty to […]
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 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
