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| * [[https://www.celticconnections.com/|Celtic Connections]] | * [[https://www.celticconnections.com/|Celtic Connections]] | ||
| - | * [[https://matchboxcineclub.com/cagearama/|Cage-a-rama]] - //Scotland’s first Nicolas Cage film festival// | + | * [[https://matchboxcineclub.com/cagearama/|Cage-a-rama]] - //Scotlansd’s first Nicolas Cage film festival// |
| * [[http://mediaevalglasgow.org/events|St Mungo Festival]] - //Celebrates St Mungo, the Patron Saint of Glasgow and Glasgow's rich medieval history, parts of which can still be seen across the city.// | * [[http://mediaevalglasgow.org/events|St Mungo Festival]] - //Celebrates St Mungo, the Patron Saint of Glasgow and Glasgow's rich medieval history, parts of which can still be seen across the city.// | ||
| * [[http://www.documentfilmfestival.org/|Document Human Rights Film Festival]] - //Document Festival is Scotland’s international human rights documentary film festival, established in 2003. // | * [[http://www.documentfilmfestival.org/|Document Human Rights Film Festival]] - //Document Festival is Scotland’s international human rights documentary film festival, established in 2003. // | ||
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| * [[https://www.ents24.com/festival/glasgow-blues-rhythm-and-rock-festival-2025/7249282|Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival]] | * [[https://www.ents24.com/festival/glasgow-blues-rhythm-and-rock-festival-2025/7249282|Glasgow Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival]] | ||
| * [[https://www.scottishnationalwhiskyfestival.com/|Scottish National Whisky Festival]] | * [[https://www.scottishnationalwhiskyfestival.com/|Scottish National Whisky Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[https://www.horrorconscotland.co.uk/glasgow|Horror Con]] - //Welcome to the grand first edition of Horror Con Scotland at the SEC, Glasgow! This epic event expands the terror to a massive scale with a packed schedule including on-stage entertainment and movie screenings. Explore our vast horror and alternative marketplace, filled with eerie treasures. Meet esteemed horror authors and iconic movie guests, encounter creepy characters around every corner, and snap a frightening photo to capture the memories. Don’t miss out on the Willy Wonka-inspired spectacle of 40,000 jelly beans—a sweet yet spooky treat! Dive into the biggest horror event we have hosted (so far) and be part of horror history at the SEC!// | ||
| ===== May ===== | ===== May ===== | ||
| + | * [[https://www.scottishorchid.org/orchid-fair/|Glasgow Botanic Gardens Orchid Fair]] - //An ideal opportunity for you to come and not only admire displays of these exotic plants, but also to purchase a wide range of orchids from specialist UK nurseries.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.bignightsout.com/|Big Nights Out]] - //Big Nights Out is an exciting new summer concert series taking place in Glasgow across two of the city’s iconic outdoor bandstands in 2025! // | ||
| + | * [[https://www.clydechorus.co.uk/|Clyde Chorus]] - //A three-day long music event celebrating Glasgow's 850th anniversary.// | ||
| + | * [[https://pintofscience.co.uk/events/glasgow|Pint of Science]] - //Pint of Science is a grassroots non-profit organisation that has grown astronomically over the few years since two people decided to share their research in the pub. Although our mission has expanded, our core values remain the same: to provide a space for researchers and members of the public alike to come together, be curious, and chat about research in a relaxed environment outside of mysterious laboratories or daunting dark lecture theatres. We believe that everyone has a place at the table to discuss the research going on both on our doorsteps and far beyond. // | ||
| + | * [[https://www.helensburghheart.com/event-details/helensburgh-beer-and-gin-festival|Helensburgh Beer & Gin Festival]] - //With more Beer, Gin, Live Music and Food options than EVER before. It's the place to be with friends and family this May. Come for the fun, stay to make a difference and create incredible memories. Money raised goes to local causes!// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/glasgow-music-festival-morning-session|Glasgow Music Festival]] - //An annual festival featuring thousands of amateur performers. During the Festival, bands, orchestras, choirs, ensembles and hundreds of soloists perform and are appraised by a team of leading professional adjudicators. It's not just about music; there's also the opportunity to experience a diversity of Speech and Drama performances including solo and group verse, reading, public speaking and drama. The Festival also features Scottish Country Dancing.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.copitafestival.com/|Copita Mezcal & Tequila Festival]] - //Over one of two 3.5 hour sessions, ticket holders will be invited to stroll the market floor of the stunning Briggait and explore the festival tasting stands, sampling (responsibly) over 80 different agave-based spirits from Mexico’s top producers, whilst chatting with brand ambassadors who will be on hand to convey their expert knowledge in the field.// | ||
| + | * [[https://thinkingculture.gla.ac.uk/event/creatives-of-colour-festival-2025/|Creatives of Colour Festival]] - //Three days celebrating the creative contributions of people of colour, hosted by Civic House, Glad Cafe, and Glasgow Film Theatre!// | ||
| + | * [[https://swg3.tv/events/2025/may/yardworks-festival-2025-3-may/|Yardworks Festival]] - //Typically a concrete playground, the Galvanizers Yard will once again be transformed into a vibrant canvas of colour and creativity, where some of the biggest urban artists from across the world will be hanging out, alongside all the local talent our city is bursting with. // | ||
| + | * [[https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/X9WLrJWr20RCcgvwh28fzk/welcome-to-tectonics-2025|Tectonics]] - //For over a decade, artists from around the world have gathered in Glasgow with a shared goal – to push the boundaries of their art form, often challenging its basic ground rules.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.staganddagger.com/|Stag & Dagger]] - //Stag & Dagger is a 'one ticket gives access to all' annual festival that will allow music lovers in Glasgow access the best new live music acts.// | ||
| * [[https://www.glasgowblythswoodfestival.co.uk|Glasgow Blythswood Festival]] - 1st-18th May - //Glasgow’s new annual Blythswood Festival brings together major venues of international status, showcasing art, music, heritage and enjoyment.// | * [[https://www.glasgowblythswoodfestival.co.uk|Glasgow Blythswood Festival]] - 1st-18th May - //Glasgow’s new annual Blythswood Festival brings together major venues of international status, showcasing art, music, heritage and enjoyment.// | ||
| * [[https://www.facebook.com/Queensparkspringweekender/|Queen's Park Spring Weekender]] - 3rd May //Two days of music and live DJs under the Big Top, featuring Melting Pot, Optimo (Espacio), The Blessed Madonna, Erol Alkan, Folamour, Horse Meat Disco and more. Plus food trucks and multiple bars.// | * [[https://www.facebook.com/Queensparkspringweekender/|Queen's Park Spring Weekender]] - 3rd May //Two days of music and live DJs under the Big Top, featuring Melting Pot, Optimo (Espacio), The Blessed Madonna, Erol Alkan, Folamour, Horse Meat Disco and more. Plus food trucks and multiple bars.// | ||
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| * [[https://thereeling.com/|The Reeling]] - //Traditional music festival in Rouken Glen Park in the south side of Glasgow. 6-8th June// | * [[https://thereeling.com/|The Reeling]] - //Traditional music festival in Rouken Glen Park in the south side of Glasgow. 6-8th June// | ||
| * [[https://westfest.uk/|West Fest]] - //WestFest features a colourful mix of concerts, performances, recitals, galas and exhibitions; across music, theatre, comedy & visual art. You can also expect lots of special highlights such as Luke Jerram’s Gaia at McIntosh Queens Cross, the Glasgow Vintage Open Bus Tours and the return of the Kelvingrove Outdoor Ceilidh.// | * [[https://westfest.uk/|West Fest]] - //WestFest features a colourful mix of concerts, performances, recitals, galas and exhibitions; across music, theatre, comedy & visual art. You can also expect lots of special highlights such as Luke Jerram’s Gaia at McIntosh Queens Cross, the Glasgow Vintage Open Bus Tours and the return of the Kelvingrove Outdoor Ceilidh.// | ||
| - | * [[https://dandelion.scot/whats-on/dandelion-festival-glasgow/|Dandelion Festival Glasgow]] - //Join us on 17–19 June in Glasgow’s gorgeous Kelvingrove Park for our first Dandelion Festival – a three-day spectacular of live music, performances, talks, workshops and food that’s open to everyone and completely free.// | + | * [[https://www.riversidefestivalglasgow.com/|Riverside Festival]] - //Scotland’s premiere electronic music event, taking place annually in the grounds of the Riverside Museum// |
| - | * [[https://www.riversidefestivalglasgow.com/|Riverside Festival]] | + | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/arts-music-and-cultural-venues/glasgow-mela|Glasgow Mela]] ([[https://www.facebook.com/glasgowmela/|Facebook]], [[http://www.glasgowmela.com|Alt link]]) - //Scotland's largest South Asian festival. Kelvingrove Park on Sunday 22 June// |
| - | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/arts-music-and-cultural-venues/glasgow-mela|Glasgow Mela]] ([[https://www.facebook.com/glasgowmela/|Facebook]], [[http://www.glasgowmela.com|Alt link]]) | + | |
| * [[https://www.jazzfest.co.uk/|Glasgow Jazz Festival]] | * [[https://www.jazzfest.co.uk/|Glasgow Jazz Festival]] | ||
| - | * [[https://festival-of-wine.com/glasgow-wine-festival/|Festival of Wine]] | + | * [[http://www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk/|Glasgow Science Festival]] - //Showcasing the outstanding contribution Glasgow and Glasgow based researchers make to the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, maths and social science (STEAM).// |
| - | * [[http://www.glasgowsciencefestival.org.uk/|Glasgow Science Festival]] | + | |
| * [[https://bungoblog.com/society-events/bungo-in-the-lanes/|Bungo in the Back Lanes]] | * [[https://bungoblog.com/society-events/bungo-in-the-lanes/|Bungo in the Back Lanes]] | ||
| - | * [[https://matchboxcineclub.com/keanucon/|KeanuCon]] - //The world’s first Keanu Reeves film festival// | ||
| - | * [[https://glasgowcyclefestival.wordpress.com/|Glasgow Cycle Festival]] | ||
| * [[https://gvvt.org/west-end-bus-fest|West End Bus Fest]]- //On Sunday 30th June a selection of Vintage Buses from the GVVT collection at Bridgeton will operate a frequent service connecting Riverside Museum with Broomhill, Anniesland and the Botanic Gardens. We also plan to have some vehicles on display on the display area outside Riverside Museum.// | * [[https://gvvt.org/west-end-bus-fest|West End Bus Fest]]- //On Sunday 30th June a selection of Vintage Buses from the GVVT collection at Bridgeton will operate a frequent service connecting Riverside Museum with Broomhill, Anniesland and the Botanic Gardens. We also plan to have some vehicles on display on the display area outside Riverside Museum.// | ||
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| * [[https://prideglasgow.com/|Pride Glasgow]] | * [[https://prideglasgow.com/|Pride Glasgow]] | ||
| * [[https://glasgowzinelibrary.com/glasgow-zine-fest|Glasgow Zine Fest]] - //The two day festival is host to a zine fair of over 70 makers, in addition to workshops, talks, performances, and readings. Glasgow Zine Fest is a yearly opportunity to come, see, make, share, and do.// | * [[https://glasgowzinelibrary.com/glasgow-zine-fest|Glasgow Zine Fest]] - //The two day festival is host to a zine fair of over 70 makers, in addition to workshops, talks, performances, and readings. Glasgow Zine Fest is a yearly opportunity to come, see, make, share, and do.// | ||
| + | * [[http://surge-festival.co.uk/|Surge Festival]] - //SURGE Festival invites you to cast aside all fear and embrace the celebration of your own existence. Join us as the streets of Glasgow become a playground for the extraordinary, where the ordinary is left behind, and the realm of imagination reigns supreme. // | ||
| ===== August ===== | ===== August ===== | ||
| - | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/sport/go-live-glasgow|Go Live! Glasgow]] - //GO LIVE! Glasgow 2023 will be a fantastic multi-location programme of activity taking place across the full 11 days of the Championships from 3-13th August 2023. GO LIVE! is dedicated to celebrating and promoting healthy and active lifestyles across Sport, Culture and the Arts.// | + | * [[https://foodiesfestival.com/events/glasgow-2/|Foodies Festival]] - //Join us at Rouken Glen Park for Glasgow Foodies Festival – our biggest celebration yet of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music.// |
| - | * [[https://www.whatsonglasgow.co.uk/event/103025-sole-bloc-sneaker-&-lifestyle-festival/|Sneaker and Lifestyle Festival]] - //The festival, which is the first of its kind in Glasgow, will provide you with the opportunity to purchase hundreds of sneakers, streetwear items, collectibles and accessories from premium streetwear brands. An amazing variety of street food will be on offer, in addition to DJ's playing throughout the day.// | + | * [[https://govanhillbaths.com/what-we-do/gifc/|Govanhill International Festival and Carnival]] - //We're thrilled to bring you a programme of events fusing together art, heritage and community activism. This two-week long showcase of music, talks, walks, film, art exhibitions and workshops is a testament to the amazing cultural, ethnic and religious diversity that exists right here in Govanhill.// |
| - | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/barrowfield-festival-2023|Barrowfield Festival]] - //Three days of fun packed events for all the family, including performances, wellbeing and sporting activities. A chance to play, socialise and enjoy some good old fashioned singing and dancing, ending on a high with our community gala day, featuring Big Angie, and Robert and May Miller, amongst others!// | + | |
| - | * [[http://surge-festival.co.uk/|Surge Festival]] - //SURGE Festival 2023 invites you to cast aside all fear and embrace the celebration of your own existence. Join us as the streets of Glasgow become a playground for the extraordinary, where the ordinary is left behind, and the realm of imagination reigns supreme. // | + | |
| - | * [[https://www.antidotebooking.com/events/2023-08-12-dark-places-a-mini-festival-brought-to-you-by-the-filthy-tongues-stereo-and-old-hairdressers|Dark Places]] - //Dark Places: A Mini-Festival brought to you by The Filthy Tongues. The Filthy Tongues are taking over Renfield Lane curating their own special Festival lineup with performances in Stereo & Old Hairdressers.// | + | |
| - | * [[http://scapscotland.com/|SCAP Summer Festival]] - //Seahorse creative arts and publishing aims to encourage participation in learning and engagement in a wide range of cultural activities in Scotland.// | + | |
| - | * [[https://foodiesfestival.com/events/glasgow-2/|Foodies Festival]] - //Join us at Rouken Glen Park for Glasgow Foodies Festival 2023 – our biggest celebration yet of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music. Watch MasterChef Champions, Michelin-starred and top local chefs cooking their signature summer recipes in the La Española Chefs Theatre.// | + | |
| - | * [[https://www.govanhillbaths.com/carnival/|Govanhill International Festival and Carnival]] - //We're thrilled to bring you a programme of events fusing together art, heritage and community activism. This two-week long showcase of music, talks, walks, film, art exhibitions and workshops is a testament to the amazing cultural, ethnic and religious diversity that exists right here in Govanhill. | + | |
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| * [[https://ginandrumfestival.com/|The Gin and Rum Festival]] - //If you're thirsty for knowledge or just want to party the night away, the Gin & Rum Festival is for you! Discover new favourites with samples from our hand-picked guest distillers, treat yourself at our themed Gin & Rum bars and let your hair down with friends whilst enjoying music from our award-winning DJ and live entertainment.// | * [[https://ginandrumfestival.com/|The Gin and Rum Festival]] - //If you're thirsty for knowledge or just want to party the night away, the Gin & Rum Festival is for you! Discover new favourites with samples from our hand-picked guest distillers, treat yourself at our themed Gin & Rum bars and let your hair down with friends whilst enjoying music from our award-winning DJ and live entertainment.// | ||
| - | * [[http://southsidefilm.co.uk/|Southside Film Festival]] | + | * [[https://pipinglive.co.uk/|Piping Live!]] - //Glasgow International Piping Festival// |
| - | * [[https://pipinglive.co.uk/|Piping Live!]] | + | * [[https://www.theworlds.co.uk/|The World Pipe Band Championships]] - //Every year over 8,000 of the world’s best pipers and drummers assemble for the World Pipe Band Championships. // |
| - | * [[https://www.theworlds.co.uk/|The World Pipe Band Championships]] | + | * [[https://g-raf.camra.org.uk/|The Glasgow Real Ale Festival]] - //The festival will feature a selection of cask, KeyKeg and foreign beers, along with cider, wine, spirits and mead.// |
| + | * [[https://www.stlukesglasgow.com/events/copita-mezcal-tequila-festival/|Copita Mezcal and Tequila Festival]] - //Known for championing the craft, culture and complexity of agave spirits, Copita brings together producers, brands and drinkers for an immersive tasting experience that welcomes both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers.// | ||
| + | * [[https://bigcity.scot/|Big City Festival]] - //An all day festival curated by Glasgow’s own Mogwai, will feature performances from label mates, friends and peers of the band across two stages.// | ||
| + | * [[https://swg3.tv/events/2026/august/m4-festival/|M4 Festival]] - //The one-day festival will transform our Warehouse space and outdoor Garden Terrace into a vibrant hub of bold, genre-defying music, with a diverse line-up of emerging artists and DJs from Scotland and beyond spanning hip hop, R&B, afrobeat, experimental soul, alt-pop and club sounds.// | ||
| ===== September ===== | ===== September ===== | ||
| - | * [[https://www.horrorconscotland.co.uk/glasgow|Horror Con]] - //Welcome to the grand first edition of Horror Con Scotland at the SEC, Glasgow! This epic event expands the terror to a massive scale with a packed schedule including on-stage entertainment and movie screenings. Explore our vast horror and alternative marketplace, filled with eerie treasures. Meet esteemed horror authors and iconic movie guests, encounter creepy characters around every corner, and snap a frightening photo to capture the memories. Don’t miss out on the Willy Wonka-inspired spectacle of 40,000 jelly beans—a sweet yet spooky treat! Dive into the biggest horror event we have hosted (so far) and be part of horror history at the SEC!// | + | * [[https://www.pitchscotland.com/|Pitch Scotland]] - //International conference of hip hop & underground culture.// |
| - | * [[https://www.sqiff.org/|Scottish Queer International Film Festival]] - //An annual Festival of LGBTQIA+ film things in Glasgow + one-off events throughout the year// | + | * [[https://www.gcfestival.com/|Glasgow Cathedral Festival]] - //Glasgow Cathedral Festival returns from 18–21 September 2025, with a bold and celebratory programme marking Glasgow 850. Inspired by the city’s reputation as a place of community and invention, this year’s festival draws together cultural and scientific influences across a range of art forms: from established classical music favourites to cutting-edge contemporary sounds, and intimate theatre to immersive, cult cinema.// |
| - | * [[https://www.gcfestival.com/|Glasgow Cathedral Festival]] | + | * [[https://glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk/|Glasgow Doors Open Day Festival]] ([[https://www.doorsopendays.org.uk/|alt link]]) - //Scotland’s largest free heritage and community festival returns from 18 – 21 September 2025, inviting you to step – or wheel – behind the scenes of our visionary city! Enjoy rare access to more than 150 captivating buildings, hidden spaces, factories, theatres, museum stores and architectural and cultural gems across the city.// |
| - | * [[https://www.glasgowcocktailweekend.co.uk/|Glasgow Cocktail Weekend]] ([[https://www.facebook.com/GlasgowLovesEvents/|Facebook]]) | + | * [[https://freshersfestival.com/freshers-festival-glasgow/|Freshers Festival Glasgow]] - //Join thousands of students at Glasgow’s biggest freshers fair – a must-attend student event packed with freebies, music, brands, and unforgettable experiences.// |
| - | * [[https://www.explorathon.co.uk/glasgow/|Explorathon Glasgow]] ([[https://www.facebook.com/ernscot|Facebook]]) | + | * [[https://sonic-a.co.uk/events/sonica-glasgow-2026|Sonica Glasgow]] - //Cryptic’s flagship biennale festival, returns for 2026. Showcasing over 170 artists and musicians from 22 countries across the globe in 11 days of cutting-edge audiovisual art, visionary performances, installations and immersive experiences.// |
| - | * [[https://scotginfest.co.uk/|Scot Gin Fest]] | + | * [[https://www.indepen-dance.org.uk/|Gathered Together]] - //An international celebration of disability-led performance, creativity and inclusive participation — four days of performances, workshops and events.// |
| - | * [[https://www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/scotlandandnorthernireland/thedrumandmonkeystvincentstreetglasgow|Nicholson's Gin Festival]] | + | * [[https://glasgowshanty.weebly.com/|Glasgow Shanty Day]] - //A celebration of Songs of the Sea with guest performers.// |
| - | * [[https://www.glasgowdoorsopendays.org.uk/|Doors Open Day Festival]] ([[https://www.doorsopendays.org.uk/|alt link]]) | + | * [[https://swg3.tv/events/2026/september/glasgows-west-end-beer-festival-2026/|Glasgow West End Beer Festival]] - //Glasgow’s original and best craft beer festival will be showcasing the best independent breweries from Scotland. The best in Scottish brewing, live DJs and excellent independent food vendors.// |
| - | * [[http://www.freshersfestival.com/|Freshers Festival]] | + | * [[https://iberodocs.org/|IberoDocs: Scotland's Ibero-American Documentary Film Festival]] - //An inspiring programme of documentary films, filmmaker Q&As, exhibitions and community events celebrating the diverse voices of Spain, Portugal and Latin America.// |
| - | * [[https://www.takeoneaction.org.uk/|Take One Action Festival]] | + | * [[https://www.whatsonglasgow.co.uk/event/171636-mean-city-fest/|Mean City Fest]] - //A celebration of punk’s power to challenge, uplift & unite, Mean City Fest features over a dozen blistering bands across three days - from punk pioneers to rising young upstarts - all rallying for a vital cause. // |
| - | * [[https://www.clydebuiltfestival.com/|Clydebuilt Festival]] | + | * [[https://www.skiddle.com/g/soul-on-sunday/|Soul on Sunday Festival]] - //Featuring 4 DJs and 3 incredible live acts across two arenas at BAaD!// |
| - | * [[https://glasgowshanty.weebly.com/|Glasgow Shanty Day]] | + | |
| - | * [[http://www.clydefishermenstrust.com/|Festival of the Sea]] | + | |
| - | * [[https://scalarama.com/glasgow|Scalarama Glasgow]] - //Scalarama is a DIY celebration of cinema taking place every September + championing alternative film culture all year round.// | + | |
| - | * [[https://matchboxcineclub.com/weird-weekend/|Weird Weekend]] - //We scour the world to bring you some of the wildest, weirdest WTF movies ever made// | + | |
| - | * [[https://glasgowfilm.org/glasgow-youth-film-festival|Glasgow Youth Film Festival]] | + | |
| - | * [[http://www.westendfestival.co.uk/|West End Festival]] | + | |
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| * [[http://www.glasgow-oktoberfest.co.uk|Glasgow Oktoberfest]] - //Come and enjoy the amazing atmosphere at Glasgow Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest with German beer, food and music is so much fun; let´s make the Oktoberfest party of the year in Scotland. Queen's Park Recreation just close to the city center will be transformed into a unique Oktobefest celebration. // | * [[http://www.glasgow-oktoberfest.co.uk|Glasgow Oktoberfest]] - //Come and enjoy the amazing atmosphere at Glasgow Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest with German beer, food and music is so much fun; let´s make the Oktoberfest party of the year in Scotland. Queen's Park Recreation just close to the city center will be transformed into a unique Oktobefest celebration. // | ||
| * [[https://modghlaschu2019.com/|The Royal National Mod]] - //Scotland’s premier Gaelic cultural festival, takes place annually. // | * [[https://modghlaschu2019.com/|The Royal National Mod]] - //Scotland’s premier Gaelic cultural festival, takes place annually. // | ||
| + | * [[https://www.sqiff.org/|Scottish Queer International Film Festival]] - //An annual Festival of LGBTQIA+ film things in Glasgow + one-off events throughout the year// | ||
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| ===== November ===== | ===== November ===== | ||
| - | * [[https://festivalforsurvival.com/|Festival for Survival]] - //In a range of workshops, plenaries and cultural exhibits we will bring hundreds of people together to discuss and debate how we can make another world possible, with a focus on the twin threats to our planet: nuclear calamity and catastrophic climate change.// | + | * [[https://www.skiddle.com/festivals/core-festival/|Core Festival]] - //Core. is a festival hellbent on bringing together some of the most exciting acts on the planet - from global legends to some of our local favourites. We are absolutely buzzing with this year's lineup, and can't wait to see you in the pit.// |
| + | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/whats-on/aye-write|Aye Write: Glasgow's Book Festival]] - //Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, the event is a core part of Glasgow’s internationally renowned cultural calendar. This year’s dynamic programme will bring a broad range of established and emerging writers to our city to entertain and inspire audiences in equal measure.// | ||
| + | * [[https://iffg.co.uk/|International Film Festival Glasgow]] | ||
| * [[http://www.glasgowfestivalofburlesque.com/|Glasgow Festival of Burlesque]] | * [[http://www.glasgowfestivalofburlesque.com/|Glasgow Festival of Burlesque]] | ||
| - | * [[https://www.africa-in-motion.org.uk/|Africa in Motion Film Festival]] | ||
| - | * [[https://tgwfest.com/|The Great Western Festival]] | ||
| - | * [[http://www.glasgowswhiskyfestival.com/|Glasgow Whisky Festival]] - //This event puts Glasgow on the whisky map with an emphasis on Glasgow's closest distilleries and the independent bottlers that belong to this great city. But it's not just about Glasgow, as we'll be celebrating whisky from all of Scotland and the rest of the world.// | ||
| * [[https://hgfilmfest.com/|Havana Glasgow Film Festival]] - //The Havana Glasgow Film Festival exists to showcase Cuban cinema and culture within Havana's twin city of Glasgow, Scotland.// | * [[https://hgfilmfest.com/|Havana Glasgow Film Festival]] - //The Havana Glasgow Film Festival exists to showcase Cuban cinema and culture within Havana's twin city of Glasgow, Scotland.// | ||
| + | * [[http://www.glasgowswhiskyfestival.com/|Glasgow Whisky Festival]] - //This event puts Glasgow on the whisky map with an emphasis on Glasgow's closest distilleries and the independent bottlers that belong to this great city. But it's not just about Glasgow, as we'll be celebrating whisky from all of Scotland and the rest of the world.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.facebook.com/events/982027920420002/|Glasgow Kizomba Festival]] - //The African Dance Association create another unforgettable celebration of music, movement, and connection.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.facebook.com/TaiwanFFS|Taiwan Film Festival]] | ||
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| ===== December ===== | ===== December ===== | ||
| No festivals in December that we know of. | No festivals in December that we know of. | ||
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| - | * [[http://www.digitaldesperados.org/glitch/|Glitch Film Festival]] (last ran April 2017) | + | |
| - | * [[https://www.shawfest.co.uk/|ShawFest]] (last ran Sep 2018) | + | |
| - | * [[https://www.winterfestglasgow.com|Winterfest Glasgow]] | + | |
| - | * [[https://www.smmrsessions.com/glasgow/welcome|Glasgow Summer Sessions]] | + | |
| - | * [[https://www.dardishi.com|Dardishi]] - //Dardishi is a community-focused zine and arts Festival that showcases Arab and North African womxn’s* contributions to contemporary art and culture. Dardishi Festival first took place on International Women’s Day weekend, 8 – 10 March 2019, at the Centre for Contemporary Arts Glasgow, UK.// | + | |
| ===== Biennial (every 2 years) ===== | ===== Biennial (every 2 years) ===== | ||
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| * [[http://southsidegamesfestival.uk/|Southside Games Festival]] | * [[http://southsidegamesfestival.uk/|Southside Games Festival]] | ||
| * [[http://mayday.link/|May Day on the Green]] | * [[http://mayday.link/|May Day on the Green]] | ||
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| + | ===== Defunct ===== | ||
| + | * [[http://www.digitaldesperados.org/glitch/|Glitch Film Festival]] (last ran April 2017) | ||
| + | * [[https://www.shawfest.co.uk/|ShawFest]] (last ran Sep 2018) | ||
| + | * [[https://www.winterfestglasgow.com|Winterfest Glasgow]] | ||
| + | * [[https://www.smmrsessions.com/glasgow/welcome|Glasgow Summer Sessions]] | ||
| + | * [[https://www.dardishi.com|Dardishi]] - //Dardishi is a community-focused zine and arts Festival that showcases Arab and North African womxn’s* contributions to contemporary art and culture. Dardishi Festival first took place on International Women’s Day weekend, 8 – 10 March 2019, at the Centre for Contemporary Arts Glasgow, UK.// | ||
| + | * [[https://dandelion.scot/whats-on/dandelion-festival-glasgow/|Dandelion Festival Glasgow]] - //Join us on 17–19 June in Glasgow’s gorgeous Kelvingrove Park for our first Dandelion Festival – a three-day spectacular of live music, performances, talks, workshops and food that’s open to everyone and completely free.// | ||
| + | * [[https://matchboxcineclub.com/keanucon/|KeanuCon]] - //The world’s first Keanu Reeves film festival// | ||
| + | * [[https://glasgowcyclefestival.wordpress.com/|Glasgow Cycle Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/sport/go-live-glasgow|Go Live! Glasgow]] - //GO LIVE! Glasgow 2023 will be a fantastic multi-location programme of activity taking place across the full 11 days of the Championships from 3-13th August 2023. GO LIVE! is dedicated to celebrating and promoting healthy and active lifestyles across Sport, Culture and the Arts.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.whatsonglasgow.co.uk/event/103025-sole-bloc-sneaker-&-lifestyle-festival/|Sneaker and Lifestyle Festival]] - //The festival, which is the first of its kind in Glasgow, will provide you with the opportunity to purchase hundreds of sneakers, streetwear items, collectibles and accessories from premium streetwear brands. An amazing variety of street food will be on offer, in addition to DJ's playing throughout the day.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/barrowfield-festival-2023|Barrowfield Festival]] - //Three days of fun packed events for all the family, including performances, wellbeing and sporting activities. A chance to play, socialise and enjoy some good old fashioned singing and dancing, ending on a high with our community gala day, featuring Big Angie, and Robert and May Miller, amongst others!// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.antidotebooking.com/events/2023-08-12-dark-places-a-mini-festival-brought-to-you-by-the-filthy-tongues-stereo-and-old-hairdressers|Dark Places]] - //Dark Places: A Mini-Festival brought to you by The Filthy Tongues. The Filthy Tongues are taking over Renfield Lane curating their own special Festival lineup with performances in Stereo & Old Hairdressers.// | ||
| + | * [[http://scapscotland.com/|SCAP Summer Festival]] - //Seahorse creative arts and publishing aims to encourage participation in learning and engagement in a wide range of cultural activities in Scotland.// | ||
| + | * [[http://southsidefilm.co.uk/|Southside Film Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[https://www.glasgowcocktailweekend.co.uk/|Glasgow Cocktail Weekend]] ([[https://www.facebook.com/GlasgowLovesEvents/|Facebook]]) | ||
| + | * [[https://scotginfest.co.uk/|Scot Gin Fest]] | ||
| + | * [[https://www.clydebuiltfestival.com/|Clydebuilt Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[https://glasgowshanty.weebly.com/|Glasgow Shanty Day]] | ||
| + | * [[http://www.clydefishermenstrust.com/|Festival of the Sea]] | ||
| + | * [[https://scalarama.com/glasgow|Scalarama Glasgow]] - //Scalarama is a DIY celebration of cinema taking place every September + championing alternative film culture all year round.// | ||
| + | * [[https://matchboxcineclub.com/weird-weekend/|Weird Weekend]] - //We scour the world to bring you some of the wildest, weirdest WTF movies ever made// | ||
| + | * [[https://glasgowfilm.org/glasgow-youth-film-festival|Glasgow Youth Film Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[http://www.westendfestival.co.uk/|West End Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[https://festivalforsurvival.com/|Festival for Survival]] - //In a range of workshops, plenaries and cultural exhibits we will bring hundreds of people together to discuss and debate how we can make another world possible, with a focus on the twin threats to our planet: nuclear calamity and catastrophic climate change.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.africa-in-motion.org.uk/|Africa in Motion Film Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[https://tgwfest.com/|The Great Western Festival]] | ||
| + | * [[https://boozebrunch.co.uk/the-festival/|BOOZéBRUNCH The Festival]] - //Think big. Think boujis. Think brass. Think BOOZéBRUNCH The Festival! Yes, the classiest event Stevie Lennon has ever been allowed remotely near returns to the place no one can say – Chatelherault Park, Hamilton.// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.takeoneaction.org.uk/events/?regions[glasgow-and-clyde]=on&category[toa-events]=on|Take One Action Festival Glasgow]] - //Take One Action brings communities together to harness the transformative potential of film and storytelling for collective change// | ||
| + | * [[https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Glasgow/The-Audio-Lounge/Fogharach/41001281/|Fogharach - Black Metal Day Festival]] - //Scottish Anti-fascist Black Metal Day Festival at The Audio Lounge - Glasgow// | ||
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