Dot and the Ruby Sneakers by Theatre Presto
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 8 - 10 Balcarres AveA summer musical with Dotty and her faithful dog Toto. Transported to another world, Dotty makes friends with Mophead, Rusty and Lion, who help her defeat the Wicked Witch of Westfest!
OUTDOOR CEILIDH AT ST MUNGO’S SQUARE
St Mungo's Square University of Glasgow ARC BuildingCome and join WestFest & Glasgow Folk Music Workshop for the annual outdoor ceilidh at the new St Mungo’s Square events space at University of Glasgow. Led by the talented musicians of Glasgow Folk Music Workshop a fantastic, free afternoon at either of these events is guaranteed. Come and have a dance to traditional folk […]
Kelvinside Allotments Open Day
Kirklee Allotments Wyndham StreetCome and join us – meet the allotmenteers and see our plots. Homemade Cakes, Jams and Chutneys. Fresh Allotment Produce. Plants and Flowers. Tombola. Refreshments. Free Entry. 15% of proceeds donated to ‘Trellis’ the therapeutic gardening charity. Entrance off Kirklee Road.
Silenced (A Scottish Suffragette Musical)
Websters Theatre 416 Great Western RdFollowing last year's inaugural production of Pippin, Theatre Alliance return with a new original show following the rise and struggle of the Suffragette movement in Scotland.
Highland Dance and Scottish Music
Kelvinside Parish Church Observatory RoadHighland dance display from tots to adults. Donations welcome.
Organ Music for a Summer Afternoon
Kelvinside Parish Church Observatory RoadHear our wonderful Willis organ as you enjoy and explore the beauty of the building. Donations welcome.
Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church presents Open Church
Kelvinside Parish Church Observatory RoadDesigned by James Sellars in 1876 and modelled on La Sainte Chapelle in Paris, he church contains five stained glass windows by Burne-Jones, Cottier, Stringley-Hunt, Meikle and Sadie McLellan. ‘Open Church’ gives opportunity to visit our magnificient building; to admire the glass and architecture and/or simply to sit and frelect quietly and privately.
Pergolesi Stabat Mater
Jordanhill Parish Church 28 Woodend DrivePergolesi’s Stabat Mater is a transcendently beautiful and deeply personal musical meditation on suffering and redemption. Performers: Jennifer Craig (soprano), Marion Ramsay (contralto), and Tiffany Vong (piano). This concert is part of the Jordanhill Parish Church concert series, with proceeds from entry donations going to the church organ restoration fund. Donations Welcome.
Summer Concert
St. Mary's Cathedral 300 Great Western RoadAmicus Orchestra are joined by conductor Alec Frank-Gemmill and soloist Nikita Naumov, Principal Double Bass of the SCO. The programme features Tchaikovsky’s symphonic poem inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet including one of the greatest love themes of all time. A rare opportunity to hear the double bass as eloquent soloist in Koussevitzky’s concerto and […]
An Evening with Alastair McDonald
Wellington Church 77 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow, United KingdomAlastair McDonald has performed in Scotland and beyond as a full time entertaining troubadour since 1972. His repertoire encompasses folk, Scottish and jazz – the complete allrounder. Many remember Alastair co-presenting BBC’s Songs of Scotland in the 1970s, and he has remained a popular performer ever since. Come enjoy an evening filled with music and […]
Madrigirls and the Fenham Ensemble
University Of Glasgow Memorial Chapel 1 The Square, University AvenueGlasgow Madrigirls are delighted to welcome the Fenham Ensemble, a mixed voice chamber choir from Newcastle- making their Glasgow debut! Together, we’ll be presenting a selection of choral music for a summer evening, including folk songs, contemporary choral works and glees - and joining forces for some joint items.
Voicebeat: Hope and Harmonies
Kibble Palace Glasshouse 730 Great Western RoadVoicebeat, Glasgow’s world music community choir, returns to the Kibble Palace with a feast of unaccompanied harmony songs from around the world. The theme is Hope, and the way singing can lift our spirits in the darkest of times. Free entry with donations to Refuweegee. Refreshments, merchandise and tombola. Donations welcome.
Silenced (A Scottish Suffragette Musical)
Websters Theatre 416 Great Western RdFollowing last year's inaugural production of Pippin, Theatre Alliance return with a new original show following the rise and struggle of the Suffragette movement in Scotland.
Looking for Nessie by Talking Heads Puppets
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre 8 - 10 Balcarres AveThe holidays are a coming.....it's Westfest and Fathers Day too! So treat Dad to some laughter and fun, with Cheeky Robert and Ben in a Basket, Robert’s ever-faithful and very funny dog and a great glove puppet show. Afterall we all know that Nessie does exist....don't we? Doors & cafe open one hour before the […]
Unleash Your Voice: Sing with Confidence!
Community Central Hall 304 Maryhill RoadCalling all aspiring singers! Yearn to sing but are nervous about performing? Our workshop is for you! Join us for an interactive session that includes vocal exercises, theatre games, and relaxation techniques. Led by a vocal professional, this workshop will boost your confidence and empower you to take the next step in your singing journey. […]
PAINTINGS ON RAILINGS
Railings at Botanic Gardens and Queen Margaret DriveThe annual display of local artists showing their paintings, drawings, ceramics and jewellery for sale. Please note - weather dependent! To exhibit, please contact Selma on selmasilkbatik@hotmail.com (Modest charge to exhibit)
Gaia (The Earth) by Luke Jerram, part of 50th Anniversary Celebrations of The CRM Society
Mackintosh Queen's Cross 870 Garscube RoadTo celebrate its 50th year, the CRM Society is holding a series of events at its home at Queen’s Cross. This former church was designed by Mackintosh and now operates as a successful venue for music and events. Measuring six metres in diameter, Gaia features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s surface. The artwork […]
A Window on Ukraine – photographs by Robert Burns
Hillhead Library 348 Byres RoadThis exhibition offers distinctive observations and reflections of the Ukraine over several years between 2007 and 2012 by Glasgow-based photographer Robert Burns. The exhibition demonstrates his keen interest and empathy for the ordinary people in Kyiv and other nearby towns and cities. He has recorded the joys of Ukrainian life, the weddings, the festivals, children […]
Get Out: Wild Summer Fest in the Children’s Wood and Meadow
Children’s Wood and North Kelvin Meadow Kelbourne Street, GlasgowCome and join us for an afternoon of music, juggling workshops, a BBQ, treasure hunt and workshops from: RSPB, Frog Life and the Glasgow Science Centre.
Solea Live @ The Record Factory
The Record Factory 17 Byres RoadCelebrate Father’s Day in style with Solea Live. Solea’s influences range from Flamenco and Latin music to rock to jazz via Turkish pop and shred guitar. 4 musicians , stripped back arrangements and a bucketload of energy. Get along and grab a cocktail.
