~ EVENT VENUES ~

Top Entertainment Venues include:

This hugely popular entertainment venue has it all, incredible music, tasty food, and all under one roof. What really sells it, is its exceptional atmosphere at any time of the day or night.

A familiar sight on the Glaswegian skyline, the Ovo Hydro is the stomping ground of A-List acts from around the world who can entertain to more than 14,000 in one venue. It’s an atmosphere to experience like you can’t imagine.

In its 7th year, Summer Nights at the Bandstand is back in Kelvingrove Park to entertain and delight in the surroundings of Kelvingrove Park. Book now to see favourite acts including Primal Scream, KT Tunstall and Edwyn Collins. Date nights are back on the agenda!

As shown on their website, the message is that SWG3 is a place for “Dancing, Watching, Performing, creating and drinking “With so many gigs already sold out for 2022, do spend time browsing their website to make sure you get tickets for the gig you want.

Room 2
Hat’s off to the staff and management of Room 2 who opened back in 2019 just as the live music scene came to a halt. This year it is predicted that Room 2 will have an impressive programme of events to display over at 69 Mandela Place, Glasgow.

La Cheetah Club
Queen Street, Glasgow is where you’ll find La Cheetah Club, one of the city’s most sought after clubs. An intimate venue with broad appeal, it remains hot property for those serious about the visiting the best of the Glasgow club scene venues.

King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut
Everyone and anyone at the forefront of Scotland’s live music scene will have performed at some stage in their career at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut. Established in 1990, some of the industry’s biggest names to have performed there include Pulp, Snow Patrol, Florence and the machine, the list goes on. You’ll find the club located at 272A St. Vincent Street.

Stereo
Located in a Charles Rennie Mackintosh building, the surrounds are calm, beautiful by day, and at night live performances and gigs entertain until the wee hours. Open daily from noon until 7pm, note that the kitchen closes at 9pm

The 13th Note
During the day, everyone is welcome but after 8pm all gigs have a strictly over 18 policies. An independent bar and restaurant venue in Merchant city, the restaurant itself only serves vegan food as is among Glasgow’s top 100 restaurants.

Broadcast
A true late-night venue, Broadcast is open every night until 3am. Gigs generally run from 19.00 to 22.15, and then the clubs take over and run from 23.00 to 03.00hrs.

Platform
A venue with a difference Platform has eating, drinking, and socialising disguised as a huge indoor street food restaurant and bar with sustainability at the heart of what they do. You’ll find them at 253 Argyle Street, Glasgow

The Garage
In a fast-paced world, the Garage doesn’t want to be left behind and this exciting venue is open 7 days a week, 365 days of the year. Everyone knows “The Garage” for its wide range of music that spans hip hop, Indie, RnB, chart, and dance. Spread over 4 different levels the club hosts a mighty 200 gigs a year.

Mono
Mono’s motto is ‘Eat, drink and be entertained” all under one roof. The venue has a steady stream of events going on including workshops, poetry readings, live music performances and exciting exhibitions. All food served is vegan and made on site by an exceptionally talented kitchen team

The Old Hairdresser’s
Jam packed with events lined for the next few months, The Old Hairdressers located on Renfield Lane supports a wide variety of artists and admission to most events are either free or low cost. If supporting emerging talent appeals to you, so will this venue.

Nice N Sleazy
Sauchiehall Street just wouldn’t be the same without Nice N Sleazy. Famous for so many things including live music, great cocktails and friendly patrons, it’s a great spot to go to party the night away.

Jinty McGuinty’s
Established in 1991 in Glasgow and continues to be one of the most popular bars in the city.

Comedy Clubs

Open 7 nights a week for comedy and is the only full-time comedy club in Glasgow. Located in the west end of the city, weekend nights are premium and tend to book up quickly due to limited space.

This comedy club is located inside the north rotunda at entertainment quay, adjacent to the SEC Hydro, Glasgow. They operate a great comedy dinner show and alumni from their early days include Alan Carr and John Bishop, not bad! Disabled access at the venue.

Another comedy club relieved to be back open as we emerge from the restrictions of Covid 19, it’s located in Renfrew Street, Glasgow. Hilarious stand-up comedians perform every weekend a wide range of beverages are available to pre-book at the Glee bar.

Bingo Halls & Casinos

Locally referred to as “Glasgow’s friendliest Bingo,” this venue promises an enjoyable evening of entertainment, conveniently situated just 100 yards west of Partick Cross. #supportingsafegambling

Operating between 11:30 am and 11:00 pm on weekdays, and extending until 1:00 am on weekends, there’s ample opportunity to partake in a round of Bingo at this location. Situated in Possil Park, Glasgow, the venue also offers a selection of food and beverages for your enjoyment, eliminating the need to venture outside. #supportingsafegambling

If you’re in search of a prime city centre casino, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better location than here. Overlooking the River Clyde, it features popular card games such as Blackjack and Poker, along with slot machines and roulette. Operating daily from 12:00 noon to 6:00 am, it houses a wide selection of entertainment on site. #supportingsafegambling

Experience more than just a casino at this multi-story entertainment destination situated on Springfield Quay, Glasgow. Enjoy a blend of cocktail masterclass, gaming, and dining—all in a single visit. The options are limitless. #supportingsafegambling

Choose Genting Casino Glasgow for an excellent gaming experience, where a welcoming atmosphere and great service will set you up for a fun night out. You’ll find them on Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow #supportingsafegambling

Nightlife in Glasgow often means a visit to a casino and at Grosvenor Casino Merchant City, you can play, dine, and have fun all under the one room. Join them for an unforgettable night of games and fun in the heart of Glasgow. #supportingsafegambling

Challenge your preconceptions of Bingo with Bongo Bingo! Experience a whole new dimension of the game featuring dance-offs, outrageous prizes, and boundless amusement. It’s a nightlife experience unlike any other.

Mecca Bingo, situated on Paisley Road and Springfield Quay in Glasgow, is a beloved venue renowned for its fantastic atmosphere, live entertainment, and delicious food—all at an affordable cost. Operating from 11 am to midnight, Monday to Thursday, and from 11 am to 1:30 am on Friday to Sunday, it offers the choice of playing with paper or electronic screens. Credits earned from Bingo can be used on-site for slot machines or food and beverages.

Theatres & Cinemas

As the original Citizens Theatre undergoes a major redevelopment, the Citizens Theatre is found presenting some shows at Tramway, found just off Pollokshaws Road. The theatre stepped in history and regularly presents an eclectic mix of contemporary and modern theatre productions.

Opened in 1904, it is one of Scotland’s most historic theatres and is hosts a variety of top-class musical theatre shows and pantomimes each year. Have a look at some of the events coming up and make sure you get tickets well in advance. Some of the biggest names in the industry are appearing on stage this year.

Imagine having the chance to visit the oldest Theatre in Glasgow to watch a show that you’ve always wanted to see. Make it happen on your next visit to Glasgow and plan your visit to the Theatre Royal, home to the Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet.

Cineworld Glasgow Renfrew Street – the tallest cinema in the world. Home to 4DX, SuperScreen, VIP and Starbucks.

See the latest films in style at ODEON Luxe Glasgow Quay Cinema.

Vue Enoch Centre in Glasgow city centre is the ultimate cinema experience.

An authentic variety theatre, The Pavilion Theatre is beloved by Glaswegians and equally loved by visiting artists that have included Billy Connolly and Lulu and boasts an incredible lineup for the months ahead.

Refurbished and restored cinema showing largely mainstream films plus unusual events and cafe patio.

Stunning on the outside, the place to be on the inside, Websters Theatre, Bar & Playhouse offers the very best in live entertainment in the West End of Glasgow.

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