GLASGOW WIND BAND PRESENTS: “MEET THE BRASS”
Govan & Linthouse Parish Church 796 Govan RoadCome and meet the wonderful Brass instruments of Scotland’s award winning Glasgow Wind Band in this fantastic, fun and highly anticipated interactive concert for all the family. Can the kids tell their trumpet from a french-horn? Just how low can a bass trombone go? Wave a flag and go mad. Follows last year’s highly successful […]
SHONEN KNIFE ‘HAVE A KNIFE DAY TOUR’
Òran Mór 731-735 Great Western Rd“When I finally got to see them live, I was transformed into a hysterical nine-year-old girl at a Beatles concert.” - Kurt Cobain Shonen Knife - from Osaka, Japan - formed in 1981 by sisters Naoko & Atsuko long before terms like ‘riot girrrl’ and ‘girl rock’ entered the lexicon, the all-female trio were happily […]
MACHAIR SOUNDWALK
Snow Bridge Kelvingrove Park (South Entrance)Bring a smartphone and headphones to be transported to the Western Isles... Machair is an immersive soundwalk that explores the unique coastal grasslands of the Uists through spoken word, song, and soundscapes compositions. Developed in partnership with communities on Uist, this free 40-minute self-guided circular walk is mapped to Kelvingrove Park, starting at Snow Bridge […]
German Story Circle for Children
Goethe-Institut Glasgow 3 Park Circus, Glasgow, United KingdomAre you a parent from a German-speaking family looking for a fun and educational activity for your little ones? The German Story Circle is our regular event for toddlers and babies aged 0-3 years old. The German Story Circle is a parent-run event designed to connect multilingual families, teach children German language skills in a […]
TALKS PROGRAMME: THE PRE-VICTORIAN WEST END *NEW*
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomGlasgow’s West End is renowned for its glorious Victorian townscape, but there's also a rich legacy from its earlier history. In this talk, historian Gordon R. Urquhart will examine the settlement of the city’s western hinterlands, from the Neolithic period, through the Viking hogback tombs in Govan, to the era of the grand Georgian country […]
MACHAIR SOUNDWALK
Snow Bridge Kelvingrove Park (South Entrance)Bring a smartphone and headphones to be transported to the Western Isles... Machair is an immersive soundwalk that explores the unique coastal grasslands of the Uists through spoken word, song, and soundscapes compositions. Developed in partnership with communities on Uist, this free 40-minute self-guided circular walk is mapped to Kelvingrove Park, starting at Snow Bridge […]
WEEKDAY WONDERS: THE 1955 PHOTO SURVEY *CANCELLED*
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomThis event has been cancelled - apologies for any inconvenience. Explore these photos of post-war Glasgow with the Glasgow Life Museums Learning Team. The 1955 photographic survey provides a snapshot of post-war Glasgow, a city on the brink of change. Taken by local camera clubs, the photographs present the sights and sounds of the city's […]
THE SOUND OF SCIENCE ARC TOUR
ARC, University of Glasgow 11 Chapel LaneJoin us for a tour of the University of Glasgow Advanced Research Centre, led by scientists, researchers and University of Glasgow staff. The tour will showcase the world-class research going on in the ARC relating to all things sonorous. In partnership with Glasgow Science Festival. Insta: uofg_ar https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/arc/
TALKS PROGRAMME: SYMPHONY IN STONE
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomA Symphony in Stone celebrates Glasgow’s stunning architecture and cityscape. The film shows how the city’s rapid growth and wealth creation brought about innovation in city planning, architecture and design. Featuring interviews with key experts including John Hume, aerial photography and archive footage are used to explore the work of famous architects including Alexander ‘Greek’ […]
CLOSE SHAVE CHORUS IN CONCERT
St. Bride's Church 69 Hyndland RoadAn evening of fun and song with the wonderful a cappella harmonies of Close Shave Chorus. This multi award winning group give their annual summer concert as part of West Fest. For tickets, contact info@closeshavechorus.com Fb: closeshavechorus
MACHAIR SOUNDWALK
Snow Bridge Kelvingrove Park (South Entrance)Bring a smartphone and headphones to be transported to the Western Isles... Machair is an immersive soundwalk that explores the unique coastal grasslands of the Uists through spoken word, song, and soundscapes compositions. Developed in partnership with communities on Uist, this free 40-minute self-guided circular walk is mapped to Kelvingrove Park, starting at Snow Bridge […]
AGE WITHOUT LIMITS DAY: THE 1955 PHOTOGRAPHIC SURVEY *CANCELLED*
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomThis event has been cancelled - apologies for any inconvenience. To celebrate Age Without Limits day, step back 70 years in time to explore images from the Glasgow 1955 photographic survey. Teas and coffees provided. Fb: KelvinHallGlasgow
AGE WITHOUT LIMITS DAY: THE 1955 PHOTOGRAPHIC SURVEY *CANCELLED*
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomThis event has been cancelled - apologies for any inconvenience. To celebrate Age Without Limits day, step back 70 years in time to explore images from the Glasgow 1955 photographic survey. Teas and coffees provided. Fb: KelvinHallGlasgow
TWILIGHT TOUR: EXPLORING “850” IN THE HUNTERIAN’S COLLECTIONS
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomA tuning fork that resonates at 850 Hz? A handheld mechanical calculator that can multiply 850 X 850 X 850? The Hunterian's 850th accessioned object? Join The Hunterian’s curator of Scientific and Medical History collections on a creative journey as we explore 850 in all its variety on this Twilight Tour. www.tinyurl.com/twilighttour25
THE ART OF SCIENCE ARC TOUR
ARC, University of Glasgow 11 Chapel LaneCome along for a tour of the University of Glasgow Advanced Research Centre, led by scientists, researchers and University of Glasgow staff. The tour will spotlight the ARC’s art collection and how it complements research taking place in the building. In partnership with Glasgow Science Festival. Insta: uofg_arc https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/arc/
TALKS PROGRAMME: THE ARLINGTON BATHS CLUB *NEW*
Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United KingdomWill Jess and Lucy Janes of Arlington Baths History Group will bring to life this Grade 'A' listed Victorian bathing complex designed by John Burnet and other eminent architects. Owned and run by members, the club is the oldest of its kind in the world, and successfully maintains its 154-year old tradition of a relaxed […]
AUBREY GERBER NINE PIECE SWING GROUP
Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church Saltoun Street, GlasgowAubrey Gerber Nine-Piece Swing Group - Sounds of Jazz led by David Hamilton. DONATIONS WELCOME
AYURVEDA – ANCIENT & NATURAL HEALTHCARE WORKSHOP
Soul Food Kitchen 973 Sauchiehall Street, GlasgowExplore Maharishi AyurVeda, ‘the knowledge of life’ - an extensive and timeless system of natural healthcare. Understand your own personal body type, and how to recognise the signs of being out of balance - why we have cravings, energy crashes and overactive minds. Learn how to reset your body’s natural rhythms and cycles through routine, […]
MARY AND THE SAINTS
St. Bride's Church 69 Hyndland RoadStrathclyde University Chamber Choir present an evening of glorious choral music featuring traditional and original texts celebrating the Virgin Mary and Saints Columba, Mungo and Andrew. The programme will include pieces by Górecki, Poulenc, Morten Lauridsen as well as contemporary original texts by Steve King, Philip Stopford and Ken Johnston together with Britten’s Hymn to […]
SING-A-THON WEDNESDAYS
Grosvenor Cafe 24 Ashton Lane, GlasgowLive music, every Wednesday from 8pm! Join in the chorus or just soak up the vibes as talented local performers light up the night with acoustic covers and crowd favourites. Singing along highly encouraged! www.grosvenorcafe.co.uk/whats-on Insta: grosvenorcafegla
