WestFest

MARY AND THE SAINTS
2025-06-11 20:00 (Europe/London) | St. Bride’s Church, 69 Hyndland Road, G12 9UX
Strathclyde 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 St Cecilia.
All tickets include refreshments afterwards.
£12 / £5 STUDENT
Fb: Strathchamber

AYURVEDA - ANCIENT & NATURAL HEALTHCARE WORKSHOP
2025-06-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Soul Food Kitchen, 973 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G3 7TQ
Explore 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, diet and Transcendental Meditation.
www.tinyurl.com/ayurveda25
Insta: @tm_glasgow

AUBREY GERBER NINE PIECE SWING GROUP
2025-06-11 19:30 | Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, Saltoun Street, Glasgow, G12 9AR
Aubrey Gerber Nine-Piece Swing Group – Sounds of Jazz led by David Hamilton.
DONATIONS WELCOME

TALKS PROGRAMME: THE ARLINGTON BATHS CLUB *NEW*
2025-06-11 19:00 | Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW, United Kingdom
Will 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 combination of physical exercise and sociability for its members.
All talks are fully illustrated and begin at 7pm. Arrive early to be sure of a seat.
For more information, please contact info@westfest.uk

THE ART OF SCIENCE ARC TOUR
2025-06-11 18:00 - 18:45 | ARC, University of Glasgow, 11 Chapel Lane, G11 6EW
Come 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/

TWILIGHT TOUR: EXPLORING "850" IN THE HUNTERIAN'S COLLECTIONS
2025-06-11 17:15 - 18:00 | Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW, United Kingdom
A 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

AGE WITHOUT LIMITS DAY: THE 1955 PHOTOGRAPHIC SURVEY *CANCELLED*
2025-06-11 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-06-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW, United Kingdom
This 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

MACHAIR SOUNDWALK
2025-06-11, 2025-06-10, 2025-06-09, 2025-06-08 | Snow Bridge, Kelvingrove Park (South Entrance), G11 6PB
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 (G11 6PB)
Available to participate at all times.
uistsoundwalks.org
Insta: @uist.soundwalks

CLOSE SHAVE CHORUS IN CONCERT
2025-06-10 19:15 | St. Bride’s Church, 69 Hyndland Road, G12 9UX
An 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

TALKS PROGRAMME: SYMPHONY IN STONE
2025-06-10 19:00 | Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW, United Kingdom
A 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’ Thomson, Charles Wilson and Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Narrated by Bill Paterson, the film is produced by Tony Burton, Director of the Glasgow-based Planning Exchange Foundation and directed by Matthew Cowan of the Glasgow film company, Production Attic.
The music was specially composed by Lliam Paterson, and Gavin Stamp, the renowned architectural historian makes his final contribution to the film before his untimely death.
“The best and most inspiring film about Glasgow historically, socially and architecturally that I have ever seen.” – Alasdair Gray
Duration: 60 minutes

THE SOUND OF SCIENCE ARC TOUR
2025-06-10 18:00 - 18:45 | ARC, University of Glasgow, 11 Chapel Lane, G11 6EW
Join 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/

WEEKDAY WONDERS: THE 1955 PHOTO SURVEY *CANCELLED*
2025-06-10 12:45 - 13:15 | Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW, United Kingdom
This 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 streets, parks and workplaces.

TALKS PROGRAMME: THE PRE-VICTORIAN WEST END *NEW*
2025-06-09 19:00 | Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AW, United Kingdom
Glasgow’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 estates.
All talks are fully illustrated and begin at 7pm. Arrive early to be sure of a seat.
For more information, please contact info@westfest.uk

German Story Circle for Children
2025-06-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Goethe-Institut Glasgow, 3 Park Circus, Glasgow, GG3 6AX, United Kingdom
Are 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 playful and engaging way, and provide a regular meet-up for parents and kids alike.
We meet every two weeks at the library of the Goethe-Institut Glasgow. It’s free to attend and refreshments are provided to keep everyone energised and happy.
Join us to make new friends and to help your child develop German language skills through fun and interactive activities. We look forward to seeing you!
https://www.goethe.de/ins/gb/en/sta/gla/ver.cfm?event_id=26672366
https://www.instagram.com/goetheinstitut_glasgow/

SHONEN KNIFE ‘HAVE A KNIFE DAY TOUR’
2025-06-08 19:00 | Òran Mór, 731-735 Great Western Rd, G12 8QX
“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 snapping guitar strings to the sound of imported Ramones covers. Like fellow cult Japanese girl group The 5,6,7,8s, Shonen Knife have weathered decades of musical change by adhering to what they know best: belting out their own infectious brand of feelgood pop-punk.
www.shonenknife.net
www.oran-mor.co.uk
Insta: @ShonenKnifeOfficial

GLASGOW WIND BAND PRESENTS: "MEET THE BRASS"
2025-06-08 15:30 - 16:45 | Govan & Linthouse Parish Church, 796 Govan Road, G51 2YL
Come 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 “Meet the Wind”.
£10 ADULTS / KIDS & UNPAID ADULT CARERS FREE
Fb: glasgowwindband

KELVINSIDE HILLHEAD PARISH CHURCH PRESENTS OPEN CHURCH
2025-06-08 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, Saltoun Street, Glasgow, G12 9AR
ALL SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS IN JUNE
Designed 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 Church gives the opportunity to visit our magnificent building, to admire the glass and architecture and/or simply to sit and reflect quietly and privately.
www.kelvinside-hillhead.org.uk
DONATIONS WELCOME

ALASTAIR SAVAGE, THE FIDDLE MUSIC OF SCOTLAND
2025-06-08 15:00 | Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, Saltoun Street, Glasgow, G12 9AR
Award winning Scots fiddler Alastair Savage returns to Westfest with an unmissable celebration of Scottish music. Also featuring Euan Drysdale (guitar/ piano), Iain Crawford (double bass), Bronte Hudnott (whistle/flute) and Chris Gibb (border pipes).
‘a must for aficionados, a primer for anyone with a notional interest in Scottish traditional music’ (Herald) ‘panache, grace and affection’ (Scotsman) Concert duration 1 hour approx.
£12 / £10 CONCESSION / UNDER 16 FREE WITH AN ADULT
X: @Scotsfiddler

WILTON STREET GARDEN FETE
2025-06-08 13:30 - 16:00 | Wilton Street Gardens, Wilton Street, G20 6RE
A fun, FREE event in beautiful Wilton Street Gardens, bigger and brighter than ever. There’s something for everyone: original art, jewellery, kids’ games and activities, prints, beading, mid-century finds, cards, books, artisan baking, vintage fashion, gourmet burgers, plants, retro ceramics, make-your-own crafts, local information stalls, coffee and cake stands, music, massage… and more! Everyone welcome!
Fb: WiltonGarden

BOTHY BBQ
2025-06-08 12:00 - 20:00 | The Bothy, 11 Ruthven Lane, Glasgow, G12 9BG
Join us for The Bothy BBQ in the Bothy garden as part of WestFest. Enjoy delicious, locally sourced food hot off the grill, live music, and a relaxed afternoon for all.
www.bothyglasgow.co.uk
Insta: @bothyglasgow

CINEMA KIDS CLUB & FAMILY FUN DAY
2025-06-08 10:00 - 14:00
Family fun just upstairs! While the kids enjoy a movie, we’ve got face painting, bouncy castle action, and activities galore waiting in Grosvenor Café. A great wee family day out in the West End!
Insta: grosvenorcafegla

THE DRYING GREEN - REAL STORIES, TOLD LIVE
2025-06-07 19:00 - 22:00 | The Dining Room, Glasgow University Union, 32 University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8LX
Sharing true and personal stories is a powerful experience for both storyteller and listener. It creates pathways to explore our common humanity and connect with others’ experiences, building community and compassion. The Drying Green is a space to experience the vividness of live storytelling. Whether simple, sad, hilarious or nostalgic, these stories are sure to inspire and move you!
Featuring local music, open ‘tell-us-a-story’ mic, and a bar!
https://buytickets.at/ thedryinggreen/1639803
Insta: @the.drying.green
£10 / £7 CONCESSION

The Blue Bird - Glasgow Chamber Choir
2025-06-07 19:00 | Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, Saltoun Street, Glasgow, G12 9AR
Glasgow Chamber Choir invites you to an evening of choral music that drifts between stillness and flight. At the heart of the programme is The Blue Bird by Charles Villiers Stanford — a work of exquisite restraint and luminous beauty, evoking the silent arc of a bird over water.
Alongside this, the serene polyphony of Palestrina offers a glimpse into the clarity and poise of Renaissance choral tradition.
In dialogue with these classical voices are works by three leading female composers of our time: Judith Weir, Judith Bingham, and Sally Beamish. Their music brings contemporary colour, poetry, and emotional depth — expanding the concert’s theme of reflection, air, and light.
£15 adults, £5 students. Tickets at the door.
https://glasgowchamberchoir.ticketlight.co.uk/

SATURDAY SHOWTIME
2025-06-07 17:00 | Grosvenor Cafe, 24 Ashton Lane, Glasgow, G12 8SJ
Ease into Saturday evening with live music from 5pm, creating the perfect backdrop for catching up with friends over dinner or drinks. Then, from 9pm, the legendary Grosvenor House Band brings the energy with a high-octane set of crowd-pleasers and classics to get you dancing into the night.
www.grosvenorcafe.co.uk/whats-on
Insta: grosvenorcafegla

THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES BY BANYAN PUPPET THEATRE
2025-06-07 14:00 | Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, 8 - 10 Balcarres Ave, G12 0QF
A delightfully creative puppet show, with accompanying live music and clever use of everyday object theatre; when a very vain Emperor orders two swindlers to make him a set of clothes…. the like of which has never ever been seen before…. or since! Craft Activity from one hour before the show in our cafe. Lots of designs including the Emperor.
11AM & 2PM
£7.95 ADULT / £6.95 CHILD
Fb: maskandpuppetcentre
