WestFest

Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church presents Open Church
2023-06-25 15:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-24 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Kelvinside Parish Church, Observatory Road
Designed 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.

Transcendental Meditation - What’s the Difference?
2023-06-25 15:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Woodlands Workspace, 66 Ashley Street, G3 6HW
Fraught with stress? Consider Transcendental Meditation. It’s natural, scientifically verified and easy to learn. Practised for 20 minutes twice a day. Close the eyes and transcend to find comfort in your own inner silence – not escaping, but going to deeper levels where the pressures of life don’t intrude. Enjoy profound rest. Health, clarity and energy increases helping us overcome life’s challenges.

QUEEN MARGARET DRIVE FESTIVAL
2023-06-25 12:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Queen Margaret Drive, G20 8NZ
The hugely popular Queen Margaret Drive Festival is back for
WestFest this year!
This colourful, vibrant and accessible street festival has become one of the most popular community events in West Glasgow, reaching over 3000 unique attendees each year. This year our stage will be filled with the best of Glasgow West’s musical talent and we’ll have our fairground, stalls, face painting, pop up workshops, participatory arts and lots of wonderful content from local artists and traders. Also in attendance will be the fabulous Operation Play Outdoors, turning part of the drive into a street play zone for children.

A Window on Ukraine - photographs by Robert Burns
2023-06-25 12:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-23 10:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Hillhead Library, 348 Byres Road, G12 8AP
This 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 at play and vibrant street life.

West End Bus Fest
2023-06-25 11:00 - 17:00 UTC
Experience the sites and sounds of public transport from a bygone age with GVVT’s West End Bus-Fest. Free vintage bus service around the west end, from the Riverside Museum, Pointhouse Place, Glasgow, G3 8RS. Board and alight at any bus stop on the route by signalling the driver to stop. Route runs via Byres Rd, Highburgh Rd, Clarence Dr, Crow Rd, Gt Western Rd, Botanic Gdns, Byres Rd. Route runs in both directions every 20 minutes or more frequent.

PAINTINGS ON RAILINGS
2023-06-25 11:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-24 11:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Railings at Botanic Gardens and Queen Margaret Drive
The 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)

Henry IV
2023-06-24 20:00, 2023-06-23 20:00, 2023-06-22 20:00 (Europe/London) | Kibble Palace Glasshouse, 730 Great Western Road, G12 0UE
Shakespeare’s great historical drama is adapted for just 4 actors in the stunning and intimate surroundings of the Kibble Palace Glasshouse. As the ailing King Henry IV faces rebellion and war, his son and heir prefers to waste his time in taverns. Fathers and sons take centre stage – alongside one of Shakespeare’s most vivid creations, Sir John Falstaff – in this thrilling new adaptation.

Julius Caesar
2023-06-24 19:45, 2023-06-23 19:45 (Europe/London) | Glasgow Botanic Gardens, 730 Great Western Road, G12 0UE
Outdoor Shakespeare returns to the Botanic Gardens with this epic new production of the Bard’s political thriller, “Julius Caesar”. When Caesar’s popularity with the people threatens the city’s democracy, a group of conspirators decide to take action and unleash civil war on the streets of Rome. Join Bard in the Botanics for this fast-paced, exciting take on Shakespeare’s classic story.

Big Vern 'N' The Shootahs
2023-06-24 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Òran Mór, 731-735 Great Western Rd, G12 8QX
What’s got 18 legs, four horns and will leave you smiling, sweaty with sore feet and
hoarse from singing? It means Big Vern n the Shootahs are back onstage at Oran Mor and they’re ready to knock your socks off.
Renowned as the ultimate feel-good party band, you are guaranteed a spectacular show with some of the funkiest vibes you’ll have ever heard this nine piece phenomenon.
Always immaculately turned out, tuned up and tight, Big Vern always get invited back
and they’ll have you singing and bouncing in no time. Classic funk, soul and party tunes augmented with great stage presence and a kicking phat sound. Catch them while you can. You will not be disappointed.
www.bigvern.co.uk
Facebook – @bigvernntheshootahs
Twitter – @bigvernshootahs

First Anniversary Concert - Bach Cantatas BWV 21 & 129
2023-06-24 19:00 (Europe/London) | St. Bride’s Church, 69 Hyndland Road, G12 9UX
The Glasgow Bach Cantata Project brings together some of our finest professional, student and amateur musicians to perform JS Bach’s 200+ cantatas over the coming years. At this our 7th concert, also celebrating our first anniversary, come and hear BWV 129 Gelobet sei der Herr, mein Gott and BWV 21 Ich hatte viel Bekümmernis. Director: Frikki Walker.
Admission free – retiring collection for Glasgow City Mission

Organ Music for a Summer Afternoon
2023-06-24 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Kelvinside Parish Church, Observatory Road
Hear our wonderful Willis organ as you enjoy and explore the beauty of the building. Donations welcome.

Alastair Savage Trio, Scots Fiddle Old and New
2023-06-24 15:00 UTC | Kingsborough Gardens Sanctuary, 79 Hyndland Rd, Glasgow, G12 9JE
In recognition of his 50th birthday, one of Scotland’s leading traditional fiddlers celebrates with an extra special concert for WestFest accompanied by his two closest collaborators from the past two decades, Euan Drysdale (guitar/piano) and Iain Crawford (double bass). (concert duration just over one hour approx)

‘A must for aficionados’ (Herald)
‘Panache, grace and affection’ (Scotsman)

‘Superlative musicianship’ (BrightYoungFolk)

Holyrood Pleasure Gardens Summer Fete
2023-06-24 13:30 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Holyrood Pleasure Gardens, Holyrood Crescent and Holyrood Quadrant, Glasgow, G20 6HH
Holyrood Pleasure Gardens Summer Fete. Fun for all the family in these beautiful private gardens. Live music, food, stalls, bouncy castle, bric-a-brac, and lots of fun games for kids. Children go free.

Vocal, Piano and Zephyrus Wind Quintet Recital
2023-06-24 13:00 (Europe/London) | Wellington Church, 77 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8LE, United Kingdom
Soprano Virginia Lafean and pianist Han Yin Lim’s programme will include Francis Poulenc’s Fiancailles pour Rire, a Chinese folk song, and an aria from the Japanese opera Yūzuru. Zephyrus Wind Quintet, named after the Greek god of the west wind, will perform Rossini’s The Barber of Seville Overture, ending with a piece to make the audience dance in their seats! Donations Welcome

YOKER SPRING FESTIVAL
2023-06-24 12:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Riverside Event Space, Dumbarton Road, G14 0JJ
Come and join us for a fun filled gala day where there will be something for everyone! Catch some live music from samba drummers, choirs, cover bands and community groups from across the West End. There will also be the Partick Farmers Market, street theatre, pop up workshops, face painting and lots more. This promises to be a great event for all the family!

The West End Wander
2023-06-24 12:00, 2023-06-23 12:00 (Europe/London) | Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG
Come join us on an award-winning food tour of Glasgow’s leafy west end and explore the thriving food scene Glaswegians love! With our tour you will wander through our vibrant city, tasting an eclectic mix of quality Scottish food and drink. Enjoying the Glasgow patter and some Gaelic, your local tour guide will walk you through the history and culture of Glasgow. This tour is perfect for you to get a taste of Glasgow in an afternoon.

Gaia (The Earth) by Luke Jerram, part of 50th Anniversary Celebrations of The CRM Society
2023-06-24 11:00 - 16:30, 2023-06-23 11:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Mackintosh Queen’s Cross, 870 Garscube Road, G20 7EL
To 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 provides the opportunity to see our planet, floating in three dimensions.

Kañabikaña Basque Music, Singing and Dancing
2023-06-24
The 16 members of Kañabikaña play, sing and dance to traditional Basque accordion and tambourine music known as ‘trikitixa’ in the Basque Country, where we can frequently be found playing for myriad events in and around San Sebastián. Entertainment for all the Basque way!

Pop up street performances – check WestFest website and social media for times and locations.

Simply Dylan
2023-06-23 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Òran Mór, 731-735 Great Western Rd, G12 8QX
As straightforward as the title suggests: No frills, no gimmicks, no pretence; Simply Dylan is John O’Connell’s personal exploration and celebration of the rich and diverse work of Bob Dylan.
Simply Dylan delivers the songs of Bob Dylan with no attempt to imitate or impersonate the prodigious songwriter, instead the band focus on the bringing Dylan’s lyrics and clever storytelling alive with a joyous and exuberant sound.
www.simplydylan.com
Facebook – @SimplyDylanOfficial
Twitter – @simplydylanband
Instagram – @simplydylanband

Piano Music for a Summer Evening
2023-06-23 19:00 (Europe/London) | Kelvinside Parish Church, Observatory Road
Come and enjoy some beautiful piano music at the beautiful Kelvinside Hillhead Church whilst you explore the beauty of the building. Donations welcome.

SongSeeds Presents... Songwriters Circleircle
2023-06-23 | Websters Theatre, 416 Great Western Rd, G4 9HZ
A curated evening of music from some of Scotland’s most dynamic songwriters! Becci Wallace, BrownBear, John McMustard and more present an intimate evening of songs and stories as part of West Fest 2023. Come and share in the music, laughter and love of songcraft in this unique songwriting event. Time TBA.
