TALKS PROGRAMME 2025

TALKS PROGRAMME: THE WORKERS WHO BUILT THE UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW *NEW*

Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Little is known about the manual workers who constructed major Victorian buildings, but Joseph Sharples of the Hunterian, University of Glasgow, has researched in detail the lives of about 100 of the 900 masons, joiners, bricklayers, etc., who built the University between 1867 and 1871, under contractor John Thompson of Peterborough. Their recruitment, experiences before […]

Free

Taco & Tequila Tasting Night

El Jefes 1166-1170 Argyle St, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Join us at El Jefe’s Finnieston for an exclusive night of tacos and tequilas! We’ve teamed up with Casamigos to bring you the ultimate Mexican tasting experience. Your evening includes a welcome drink and snack, followed by three hand-crafted tacos, each expertly paired with a Casamigos tequila cocktail. We’ll guide you through each pairing, sharing […]

Β£45

SCOTLAND: THE CLASSICAL TRADITION

Wellington Church 77 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow, United Kingdom

The landscape of Scotland’s music is vast and diverse. From the ancient Songs of Ossian, the Bothy Ballads of the North East, the classical arrangements of Dr. Marjory Kennedy-Fraser, etc, Scotland has it all! MΓ²d Gold Medallists Ruaridh Gray, Annie Catriona MacDonald and BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2025 Ellie Beaton present to […]

Free
LIVE MUSIC THURSDAYS

LIVE MUSIC THURSDAYS

Grosvenor Cafe 24 Ashton Lane, Glasgow

Kick off your weekend early at Grosvenor CafΓ© with an exciting evening of live music every Thursday from 9pm. Enjoy a vibrant mix of local talent and rising stars bringing everything from acoustic soul to upbeat covers. With delicious food, cocktails, and a buzzing atmosphere, it’s the perfect midweek lift. www.grosvenorcafe.co.uk/whats-on Insta: grosvenorcafegla

Free

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 […]

Free

CINEMARC: SONG OF THE SEA

ARC, University of Glasgow 11 Chapel Lane

Marking Glasgow’s 850th birthday, the ARC is taking inspiration from the fish on the city’s crest to present Song of the Sea for a family-friendly screening. This enchanting animation follows a sea journey across a world of legend and magic. In partnership with Glasgow Science Festival. Insta: @uofg_arc https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/arc/

Free

GA-20

Γ’ran MΓ³r 731-735 Great Western Rd

Since 2018, GA-20 has been at the forefront of a traditional Blues revival. The dynamic throwback trio have long been disciples of the place where traditional Blues, Country and Rock β€˜n’ Roll intersect. www.ga20band.com www.oran-mor.co.uk Insta: @ga20blues

Β£17.50
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE

Grosvenor Cafe 24 Ashton Lane, Glasgow

Start your weekend in style with Friday Night Live at Grosvenor CafΓ©. From 7pm, enjoy a hand-picked line-up of talented musicians delivering a feel-good soundtrack for your night. Pair the music with mouth-watering food, your favourite drinks, and a lively setting that sets the tone for the weekend ahead. www.grosvenorcafe.co.uk/whats-on Insta: grosvenorcafegla

Free

CINEMARC: THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU

ARC, University of Glasgow 11 Chapel Lane

For this evening screening, the ARC are presenting Wes Anderson’s The Life Aquatic, marking Glasgow’s 850th birthday and taking inspiration from the fish on the city’s crest. Starring Bill Murray, expect a colourful cast of characters in this submarine adventure. In partnership with Glasgow Science Festival. Insta: @uofg_arc https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/arc/

Free

SHAKESPEARE: MASTER OF THE MIND

Mackintosh Queen's Cross 870 Garscube Road

An astonishing mind-reading show that celebrates the genius of William Shakespeare through the magical art of psychological illusion. Shakespeare fan or not, this is an incredible, interactive show which will have your jaw on the floor. 'Derren Brown, watch out, Lorenzo is astonishing' (STV). Β£14 / Β£12 CONCESSION / Β£10 EARLY BIRD (UNTIL 16/5) Insta: […]

Β£14

THE NAKED NEDS

Cottiers Bar, Theatre and Restaurant 93-95 Hyndland Street, Glasgow

Hot off the heels of their sold-out 2024 tour, The Naked Neds are back! Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughter, tears, and maybe a few awkward moments. β€˜The Naked Neds’ follows a group of Glasgow lads as they navigate the turbulent aftermath of their best friend’s suicide. In a world where politicians’ expenses seem […]

Β£18

SING A SONG: THE CARPENTERS TRIBUTE

Glasgow University Union 32 University Avenue, Glasgow

Experience the timeless music of The Carpenters like never before! The Carpenters by Candlelight brings their greatest hits to life with a stunning live band, all set against a beautiful candlelit backdrop. From 'Close to You' to 'Top of the World', enjoy an unforgettable evening of nostalgia and harmony. + Support. DOORS 7PM Β£18 / […]

Β£18

WILSON COOPER (SOLO ACOUSTIC)

Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church Saltoun Street, Glasgow

Wilson Cooper (solo) Β£12 - A spellbinding virtuoso guitarist, playing original music plus uniquely powerful interpretations of music by Fleetwood Mac, Muddy Waters, Lennon/McCartney, Hendrix and more. Fb: wilsoncoopermusic

Β£12
THE WONDER ROOM

THE WONDER ROOM

voco Grand Central Hotel 99 Gordon Street, Glasgow

Hidden deep within the corridors of voco Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow is an intimate close up magic theatre which hosts The Wonder Room, a unique, up-close experience of magic and storytelling to a strictly limited audience. The show has sold out every week for the past 20 months and is currently ranked as Trip […]

Β£22.50

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 […]

Free
STEP INTO THE ARLINGTON BATHS

STEP INTO THE ARLINGTON BATHS

Arlington Baths Club 61 Arlington Street

Visit the oldest member-run swimming pool in Europe and see the spectacular Turkish Bath: one of Glasgow's best kept secrets! Since opening in 1870, Arlington Baths Club has been a home-from-home for thousands of Glasgow men, women and children who have come to the Baths to swim, exercise and relax. Hear a wealth of stories […]

Free

PARTICK FILM FEST-ATHON

Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

In collaboration with Kelvin Hall, Partick Film Festival has curated a programme of short films that celebrate Glasgow and the people who make the city. The films will screen from 10am - 5pm in the cinema at Kelvin Hall Fb: KelvinHallGlasgow

Free

SCOTTISH UFO & PARANORMAL CONFERENCE 2025

Queen Margaret Union University Avenue

The Scottish UFO and Paranormal Conference, now in its 10th year, always has a great line up of guest speakers to take you on an exploration of the worlds beyond, daring to ask questions, putting forward new and exciting theories and bringing evidence to light which proves that our universe is truly stranger than we […]

Β£10
KELVIN HALL BUILDING TOURS

KELVIN HALL BUILDING TOURS

Kelvin Hall 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Join us for a volunteer-led tour of Kelvin Hall to learn more about the history of the building and how it is used today. The tour includes a behind the scenes look in the Glasgow Life Museums' stores. www.tinyurl.com/kelvinhalltour25

Free

90S BOOZY BRUNCH

Grosvenor Cafe 24 Ashton Lane, Glasgow

Hit rewind and brunch like it’s 1999! Sip on cocktails, feast on brunch classics, and dance your way through a nostalgic 90s paradise. www.grosvenorcafe.co.uk/whats-on Insta: grosvenorcafegla