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SUMMARY:STORIES OF KELVIN HALL
DESCRIPTION:Come and explore the fascinating museum store at Kelvin Hall and its social history collections. Handle museum objects and learn more about Kelvin Hall and the local area through the stories our collections tell. This session is led by the Glasgow Life Museums Learning Team and is ideal for older adults. Advance booking required. Part of Dementia Fest. \ntinyurl.com/storieskh \nFb: KelvinHallGlasgow
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/stories-of-kelvin-hall/
LOCATION:Kelvin Hall\, 1445 Argyle Street\, Glasgow\, G3 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks & Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T171652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T171652Z
UID:10004201-1781616600-1781622000@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:STORIES OF KELVIN HALL
DESCRIPTION:Come and explore the fascinating museum store at Kelvin Hall and its social history collections. Handle museum objects and learn more about Kelvin Hall and the local area through the stories our collections tell. This session is led by the Glasgow Life Museums Learning Team and is ideal for older adults. Advance booking required. Part of Dementia Fest. \ntinyurl.com/storieskh \nFb: KelvinHallGlasgow
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/stories-of-kelvin-hall-2/
LOCATION:Kelvin Hall\, 1445 Argyle Street\, Glasgow\, G3 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talks & Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T161412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T152418Z
UID:10004540-1781629200-1781641800@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:FONDUE TUESDAY
DESCRIPTION:Fondue or Raclette deal for 3 from £31 or Fondue or Raclette deal for 2 with a bottle of house wine from £41. \nbrelbar.com/book-fondue-tuesday  \nIg: brelbar
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/fondue-tuesday/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Brel\, 37-43 Ashton Lane\, Glasgow\, G12 9BG
CATEGORIES:Food Drink & Festivities
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T133813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T100127Z
UID:10004246-1781634600-1781634600@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:GERMAN BOOK CLUB
DESCRIPTION:Interested in German books? Join our friendly book club to discuss the novel “Pi mal Daumen” by Alina Bronsky. We meet once a month on a Tuesday in the library of the Goethe- Institut Glasgow. The conversation is in German\, and leaners are very welcome! \ntinyurl.com/goetheevents \nIg: @goetheinstitut_glasgow Fb: @goetheinstitutglasgow
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/german-book-club/
LOCATION:Goethe-Institut Glasgow\, 3 Park Circus\, Glasgow\, G3 6AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T124120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T181025Z
UID:10003989-1781636400-1781636400@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:HERITAGE TALKS: THE ARLINGTON BATHS\, THE ALHAMBRA AND OWEN JONES: ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN IN THE 19TH CENTURY *NEW*
DESCRIPTION:What inspired the architecture of the Arlington? Dr AILSA BOYD will examine an extraordinary book on the Alhambra published by designer Owen Jones and discuss how it inspired the Victorian swimming pool and its unique Turkish bath. \nSTART 7PM | DOORS 6.45PM FREE ENTRY \nArrive early to be sure of a seat! \nAdvance booking only required for 10 & 17 June (National Library of Scotland Talks\, via Eventbrite. \nOur Heritage Talks have run since 1996 and joined WestFest in 2024. Grateful thanks to Ann Laird (Friends of Glasgow West) for curating the programme\, and to Glasgow Life for use of the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre. \nMORE INFO: INFO@WESTFEST.UK
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/heritage-talks-the-arlington-baths-the-alhambra-and-owen-jones-islamic-architecture-and-design-in-the-19th-century-new/
LOCATION:Kelvin Hall\, 1445 Argyle Street\, Glasgow\, G3 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T170226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T170329Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHT - MAMMA MIA!
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us in our studios to sit back\, relax and watch Mamma Mia together in our lovely wellbeing studio. Sit on a chair or on a mat with a bolster\, forget the day and emerge yourself in the film. \ntinyurl.com/cmnmamma \nwww.westbournemedicalstudios.com \nIg: @uofg_arc
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/community-movie-night-mamma-mia/
LOCATION:Westbourne Medical Studios\, Westbourne House\, 20 Lynedoch Crescent\, Glasgow\, G3 6EQ
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T191500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T191500
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T105113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T084703Z
UID:10003944-1781637300-1781637300@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:CLOSE SHAVE CHORUS IN CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:An evening of fun and harmony singing\, with the multi-award winning Close Shave Chorus. Winners of the best choir at the Glasgow Music Festival\, we sing anything from The Great American Songbook\, to songs made famous by Queen\, Adele and Carole King\, all in our unique acappella harmonies. Advance booking\, but some tickets will be available at the door. \ninfo@closeshavechorus.com\nFb: closeshavechorus
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/close-shave-chorus-in-concert/
LOCATION:St. Bride’s Church\, 69 Hyndland Road\, G12 9UX
CATEGORIES:MUSIC - Singing & Choral
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T105113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T105113Z
UID:10003945-1781638200-1781638200@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:MUSIC FOR A SUMMER'S EVE
DESCRIPTION:DONATION – SUGGESTED £12 \nAn opportunity to celebrate a variety of choral music inspired by summer\, the seasons and nature presented by the wonderful voices of Cathures Chamber Choir. Our programme will include a selection of pieces covering musical periods from Byrd to Gjeilo\, via Haydn and Coleridge-Taylor\, all performed in the magnificent setting of Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church. \ncathures.org.uk\nInsta: @cathureschoir\nFb: cathures chamber choir
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/music-for-a-summers-eve/
LOCATION:Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church\, Saltoun Street\, Glasgow\, G12 9AR
CATEGORIES:MUSIC - Singing & Choral
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T144325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T143226Z
UID:10004420-1781640000-1781640000@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:RED RAW
DESCRIPTION:Our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK. Catch up to ten new acts – some treading the boards for the very first time. This is where everyone starts and it’s your chance to see the stars of tomorrow today. \n£5-6
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/red-raw/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:The Stand\, 420 Great Western Rd\, Glasgow\, G4 9HZ
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T163405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T154844Z
UID:10004581-1781643600-1781643600@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:LIVE MUSIC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Live Music at Jinty McGuinty’s\, every day of the week! \nwww.jintys.co.uk  \nIg: jintymcguintysirishbar
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/live-music/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Jinty McGuinty’s\, 29 Ashton Lane\, G12 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Food Drink & Festivities
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T175849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T175849Z
UID:10004208-1781690400-1781708400@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:A CELEBRATION OF GLASGOW: HISTORY\, HERITAGE & TRADITIONAL SKILLS
DESCRIPTION:A day of history\, heritage and traditional skills at Cottiers. Get hands-on with slating (Scottish Traditional Skills Forum)\, plus sign writing and stone carving demonstrations by Glasgow City College. Browse stalls from heritage organisations and discover how to get involved. Building tour at 1.30pm – meet at the Cottiers bar. \nwww.cottiers.com
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/a-celebration-of-glasgow-history-heritage-traditional-skills/
LOCATION:Cottiers Bar\, Theatre and Restaurant\, 93-95 Hyndland Street\, Glasgow\, G11 5PU
CATEGORIES:Heritage & History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260415T140107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T140107Z
UID:10004297-1781690400-1781712000@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:THIS HOME\, THIS VOICE
DESCRIPTION:MON\, WED\, FRI: 10am–4pm \nSUN 7th: 12pm–6pm \nSAT 13th\, FRI 19th\, SAT 20th\, SUN 21st: 11am–6pm \nThis Home\, This Voice. Maryhill Integration Network (MIN) and artists Helen McCrorie and Annabel Wright have collaborated on a behind-the-scenes portrait of MIN’s vital work with refugees\, migrants and people seeking asylum. The resulting exhibition celebrates and reflects on daily acts of care and solidarity\, through an evocative collage of drawings\, sound recordings\, 16mm film\, and animation. \ntinyurl.com/thtv26  \nIg: @gifestival / @maryhill_in / @helenmccrorie / @awri6ht
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/this-home-this-voice-8/
LOCATION:Mackintosh Queen’s Cross\, 870 Garscube Road\, G20 7EL
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T161033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T150850Z
UID:10004508-1781697600-1781697600@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:GROSVENOR CAFÉ - WEEKLY RUNDOWN (GUITAROKE)
DESCRIPTION:Join us every night for Live Entertainment with great food & drinks offers. \nWednesday – 8pm Guitaraoke. \nThursday – 8pm\, Acoustic with Tommy McGuire \nFriday – Live music from 4pm \nSaturday – Café Insane from 3pm. \ngrosvenorcafe.co.uk thegardenerglasgow.co.uk \nIg: grosvenorcafegla / gardenerglasgow
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/grosvenor-cafe-weekly-rundown/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Cafe\, 24 Ashton Lane\, Glasgow\, G12 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Food Drink & Festivities
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260426T065351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T065351Z
UID:10004613-1781704800-1781708400@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:Dementia Hour with SAMH
DESCRIPTION:The Nook is popping up at Partick Library during Dementia Hour with Dementia Heroes for Dementia Fest! Join us for a friendly and relaxed space for information\, conversation\, and light-touch mental health support. Whether you’re living with dementia\, caring for someone\, or simply seeking support\, you’re warmly welcome. Drop in\, have a chat\, discover what’s available\, and connect with people who truly care. \nhttps://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/dementia-hour-in-libraries
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/dementia-hour-with-samh/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Partick Library\, 305 Dumbarton Rd\, Glasgow\, G11 6AB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T180000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T124315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T105256Z
UID:10004215-1781719200-1781719200@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:HERITAGE TALKS: LIVING WITH RAIN: URBAN LIFE IN GLASGOW *NEW*
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr ANDREW HOOLACHAN for a talk on rethinking Glasgow’s relationship with rain. His influential report\, which Glasgow City Council passed a motion on\, moves beyond technical drainage to focus on the everyday lived experience of a wet climate. Dr Hoolachanwill discuss how we can design urban spaces that not only manage rainfall but embrace it. \nAdvanced tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1986003057607?aff=oddtdtcreator \nwww.nls.uk \nFb: NationalLibraryatKelvinHall Insta: natlibscot \nSTART 6PM \nArrive early to be sure of a seat! \nAdvance booking only required for 10 & 17 June (National Library of Scotland Talks\, via Eventbrite. \nOur Heritage Talks have run since 1996 and joined WestFest in 2024. Grateful thanks to Ann Laird (Friends of Glasgow West) for curating the programme\, and to Glasgow Life for use of the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre. \nMORE INFO: INFO@WESTFEST.UK
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/heritage-talks-living-with-rain-urban-life-in-glasgow-new/
LOCATION:Kelvin Hall\, 1445 Argyle Street\, Glasgow\, G3 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T183000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T175958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T105007Z
UID:10004280-1781721000-1781721000@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:DANIEL COTTIER & WILLIAM LEIPER: AN EVENING OF TALKS
DESCRIPTION:PAY WHAT YOU CAN \nJoin Max Donnelly (V&A Curator of Nineteenth-Century Furniture) on artist Daniel Cottier\, and Fergus Sutherland – Heritage Consultant and presenter of the People’s History Show – on architect William Leiper. Held in Cottiers Theatre. Tickets via our website. £2 booking fee. \nwww.cottiers.com
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/daniel-cottier-william-leiper-an-evening-of-talks/
CATEGORIES:Heritage & History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T143101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T143101Z
UID:10004022-1781722800-1781728200@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:SOUND MEDICINE WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Experience guided meditation using singing bowls\, gongs\, and chimes. Dr V will take you through a meditation of soothing sounds and vibrations to calm your mind and body\, helping induce a state of deep relaxation. No need to bring anything except yourself – We have mats\, cushions\, chairs and blankets so you are comfortable. \ntinyurl.com/soundmedicine26 \nwww.westbournemedicalstudios.com \nIg/Fb: @westbournemedicalstudios7
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/sound-medicine-workshop/
LOCATION:Westbourne Medical Studios\, Westbourne House\, 20 Lynedoch Crescent\, Glasgow\, G3 6EQ
CATEGORIES:Mindfulness & Wellbeing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T152313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T102554Z
UID:10004263-1781726400-1781726400@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:JAY LAFFERTY
DESCRIPTION:Join Jay Lafferty for a night of work in progress material. Jay will be joined by special guest comics each night. Join three professional comics as they test out new ideas and sets for radio\, tv\, fringe and more… \n£10-12
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/jay-lafferty/
LOCATION:The Stand\, 420 Great Western Rd\, Glasgow\, G4 9HZ
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T230000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T153703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T145313Z
UID:10004502-1781726400-1781737200@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:QUIZ
DESCRIPTION:Quiz in our main bar\, hosted by Gooses Quizes. \nEVERY WED
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/quiz/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Òran Mór\, 731-735 Great Western Rd\, G12 8QX
CATEGORIES:Òran Mór Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T163405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T154844Z
UID:10004582-1781730000-1781730000@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:LIVE MUSIC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Live Music at Jinty McGuinty’s\, every day of the week! \nwww.jintys.co.uk  \nIg: jintymcguintysirishbar
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/live-music/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Jinty McGuinty’s\, 29 Ashton Lane\, G12 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Food Drink & Festivities
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260426T064154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T064154Z
UID:10004607-1781780400-1781784000@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:Memories Scotland – Social Reminiscence and Memory Group
DESCRIPTION:Curious about the relationship between object handling and reminiscence\, particularly for older adults? If the answer is yes\, join Glasgow Life’s Open Museum outreach team at Partick Library for a Memories Scotland session\, as part of West Fest’s Dementia Festival\, where you’ll get the chance to handle a variety of real museum objects from two handling kits on the topics of Tenement Life and the 1950s\, whether period-original garments\, ceramics you would find in a tenement home\, or a classic 50s rotary phone. You’ll also be able to find out more about what the Open Museum do and enjoy a blether and a cuppa with our friendly Memories Scotland volunteers. Everyone is welcome\, wherever you’re from and however you’re feeling. You can bring someone with you\, or just bring yourself. \nMemories Scotland – Social Reminiscence and Memory Groups – Glasgow Life
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/memories-scotland-social-reminiscence-and-memory-group/
LOCATION:Partick Library\, 305 Dumbarton Rd\, Glasgow\, G11 6AB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T170513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T170513Z
UID:10004195-1781803800-1781812800@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:CINEMARC AT REFUGEE FESTIVAL SCOTLAND
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a collaboratively curated short film programme exploring migration\, displacement and refuge. Developed by University of Glasgow teams\, the programme highlights diverse\, underrepresented perspectives through animation\, documentary and experimental film works. A panel discussion with filmmakers and researchers follows\, with an audience Q&A\, inviting reflection\, dialogue and shared understanding in line with the festival’s collaborative spirit. \ntinyurl.com/arcrefugeefest \nIg: @uofg_arc
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/cinemarc-at-refugee-festival-scotland/
LOCATION:ARC\, University of Glasgow\, 11 Chapel Lane\, G11 6EW
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T124436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T181021Z
UID:10004214-1781809200-1781809200@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:HERITAGE TALKS: VICTORIAN STYLE LEISURE AND PLEASURE
DESCRIPTION:Historian ANN LAIRD checks out the leisure facilities around the Victorian West End. Cricket\, bowls\, curling\, swimming\, football and tennis clubs were plentiful\, and those just taking the air\, used the wonderful “West End Park”\, now Kelvingrove\, and the many private pleasure gardens. \nSTART 7PM | DOORS 6.45PM FREE ENTRY \nArrive early to be sure of a seat! \nAdvance booking only required for 10 & 17 June (National Library of Scotland Talks\, via Eventbrite. \nOur Heritage Talks have run since 1996 and joined WestFest in 2024. Grateful thanks to Ann Laird (Friends of Glasgow West) for curating the programme\, and to Glasgow Life for use of the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre. \nMORE INFO: INFO@WESTFEST.UK
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/heritage-talks-victorian-style-leisure-and-pleasure/
LOCATION:Kelvin Hall\, 1445 Argyle Street\, Glasgow\, G3 8AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T161652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T153437Z
UID:10004544-1781809200-1781809200@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:THE GARDENER QUIZ
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Thursday to test your knowledge at The Gardener Quiz. £50 is up for grabs as well as lots of other fun prizes. \nthegardenerglasgow.co.uk \nIg: gardenerglasgow
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/the-gardener-quiz/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Cafe\, 24 Ashton Lane\, Glasgow\, G12 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Food Drink & Festivities
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260520T105151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T105151Z
UID:10004731-1781811000-1781811000@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:NORTHERN LIGHTS
DESCRIPTION:Join us in lighting Govan and the West End up with a spectacular range of musical colours from Denmark\, Finland\, Iceland and Sweden plus our performance of The Danish String Quartet’s latest album “Keel Road”. \n£5/£1 plus eventbrite ticket fee or on the door \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1989903633334?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/northern-lights/
LOCATION:Govan & Linthouse Parish Church\, 796 Govan Road\, G51 2YL
CATEGORIES:MUSIC - Classical & Recital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T172824
CREATED:20260413T144557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T143554Z
UID:10004424-1781812800-1781812800@westfest.uk
SUMMARY:THE THURSDAY SHOW
DESCRIPTION:The weekend starts here! Featuring our ace comperes\, seasoned headliners joining forces with newer kids on the comedy block. Great show and value. \n£5-10
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/the-thursday-show/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:The Stand\, 420 Great Western Rd\, Glasgow\, G4 9HZ
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T200000
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SUMMARY:GROSVENOR CAFÉ - WEEKLY RUNDOWN (Acoustic with Tommy McGuire)
DESCRIPTION:Join us every night for Live Entertainment with great food & drinks offers. \nWednesday – 8pm Guitaraoke. \nThursday – 8pm\, Acoustic with Tommy McGuire \nFriday – Live music from 4pm \nSaturday – Café Insane from 3pm. \ngrosvenorcafe.co.uk thegardenerglasgow.co.uk \nIg: grosvenorcafegla / gardenerglasgow
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/grosvenor-cafe-weekly-rundown-acoustic-with-tommy-mcguire/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Cafe\, 24 Ashton Lane\, Glasgow\, G12 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Food Drink & Festivities
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SUMMARY:LIVE MUSIC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Live Music at Jinty McGuinty’s\, every day of the week! \nwww.jintys.co.uk  \nIg: jintymcguintysirishbar
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/live-music/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Jinty McGuinty’s\, 29 Ashton Lane\, G12 8SJ
CATEGORIES:Food Drink & Festivities
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SUMMARY:MEMORIES IN THE MUSEUM
DESCRIPTION:This Dementia Fest\, come along to the special Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum for a relaxed\, creative session and an enjoyable trip down memory lane. Together we’ll explore parts of the museum\, experience the joy of object handling and then create a simple piece of artwork\, in response to our fond reminiscing and fun conversations. 12 bookable spaces. Find us on Eventbrite and book a place. \nFb/Ig: @dementiaheroes
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/memories-in-the-museum/
LOCATION:Kelvingrove Art Galleries\, Argyle St\, Glasgow\, Glasgow G3 8AG
CATEGORIES:Talks & Walks
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SUMMARY:THIS HOME\, THIS VOICE
DESCRIPTION:MON\, WED\, FRI: 10am–4pm \nSUN 7th: 12pm–6pm \nSAT 13th\, FRI 19th\, SAT 20th\, SUN 21st: 11am–6pm \nThis Home\, This Voice. Maryhill Integration Network (MIN) and artists Helen McCrorie and Annabel Wright have collaborated on a behind-the-scenes portrait of MIN’s vital work with refugees\, migrants and people seeking asylum. The resulting exhibition celebrates and reflects on daily acts of care and solidarity\, through an evocative collage of drawings\, sound recordings\, 16mm film\, and animation. \ntinyurl.com/thtv26  \nIg: @gifestival / @maryhill_in / @helenmccrorie / @awri6ht
URL:https://westfest.uk/event/this-home-this-voice-9/
LOCATION:Mackintosh Queen’s Cross\, 870 Garscube Road\, G20 7EL
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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