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The arts and entertainment scene in Glasgow is as busy and vibrant as it’s ever been. For over 30 years, following Glasgow’s year in in 1990 as the ‘European City of Culture’ it continues to produce phenomenal events and shows taking all genres of art and culture into account. The nonstop flow of talent in music, art and culture in and out of our city is something we are very proud of.
Top Entertainment Venues include:
An extensive park, Bellahouston Park covers 169 acres and boasts a wide range of facilities including a walled garden, sunken garden, tennis courts, maze and sculpture garden for art enthusiasts. For the more active visitors enjoy a cycle track, hockey pitch and cricket grounds.
How amazing to think Glasgow Green, located on the east side of Glasgow and covering 136 acres is one of the city’s oldest parks? Hosting several events this year, it is also home to the People’s Palace and Winter Gardens. Open daily, check what events may be happening before you visit.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Featuring the SEC Centre – 5 interconnected exhibition & meeting spaces, SEC Armadillo and The OVO Hydro.
A Grade B listed entertainment venue and former cinema, O2 Academy Glasgow is steeping in heritage from live music, cabaret and comedy to club nights.
Hampden Park is one of Glasgow’s largest and most iconic conference, meetings and event venues.
Bellahouston Park
An extensive park, Bellahouston Park covers 169 acres and boasts a wide range of facilities including a walled garden, sunken garden, tennis courts, maze and sculpture garden for art enthusiasts.
Glasgow Green (Home to TRNSMT)
How amazing to think Glasgow Green, located on the east side of Glasgow and covering 136 acres is one of the city’s oldest parks?
Small Intimate Venues
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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’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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
Open from 11:30am to 11:pm Midweek, and up to 1:00am at weekends, you’ll always find time to catch a game of Bingo here. You’ll find them in Possil Park Glasgow, and there’s food and drink available to enjoy without having to leave the venue.
Affectionately known as “the friendliest Bingo in Glasgow” you’ll find the venue for a great night of entertainment, just 100 yards west of Partrick Cross. Fondly referred to as “Glasgow’s friendliest Bingo,” a visit here promises an evening of delightful entertainment, conveniently situated just 100 yards west of Partick Cross.
You’ll find it hard to find a better location than here if you are looking for a city centre Casino. Down by the River Clyde, the Grosvenor Casino Riverboat offers popular card games including Blackjack, Poker as well as slot machines and roulette. Open from 12:00 noon to 6:00am daily.
Not just a casino but a multi storey entertainment venue located on Springfield Quay, Glasgow. Here you can combine a cocktail masterclass with gaming and dining all in one visit. The possibilities are endless.
Located at 506/516 Sauchiehall Street, Genting Casino is right in the heart of Glasgow’s buzzing nightlife. Open from noon to 6am daily, it’s one to consider if you are looking for the ultimate gaming experience, with a wide variety of games to choose from incl Baccarat, Poker, and slot machines.
Looking to add some fun and excitement to your stay in Glasgow? We suggest a visit to Grosvenor Casino Merchant City, where thrilling card games and lively entertainment await every day during the week.
Located on Paisley Road and Springfield Quay Glasgow, Mecca Bingo is a venue well known and loved by all for its great atmosphere, live entertainment, tasty food, all available to enjoy in one value at an affordable cost. Open Monday to Thursday from 11am to midnight and Friday – Sunday from 11am until 1:30am, choose to play using paper or electronic screens. Any credits given from Bingo are also transferable to slot machines or food and beverage onsite.
Theatres and 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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More things to see and do in Glasgow
Top Attractions
There’s a reason Glasgow is Scotland’s favourite city. Tourists love coming to see top attractions including The Kelvingrove Galleries and Glasgow Cathedral to name but a few.
Outdoor Activities
Indoor, Outdoor, on water or land. There are so many amazing activities to entertain people of all ages, fitness, tastes, and budgets right here in Glasgow.
Shopping
Shop to your hearts content in Glasgow, with high-end boutiques, independent stores, and popular high street brands. Around our hotel are some of the most coveted vintage stores in the city.
Things to do
There’s an incredible about of things to experience and do in Glasgow, from exploring historical landmarks to visiting the most happening neighbourhoods in the city.
Food and Drink in Glasgow
Experience Glasgow's vibrant food and drink scene, with plenty of gastronomic success stories to discover around the corner, or in the city centre.
Event Venues in Glasgow
Glasgow hosts hundreds of amazing events all year round, taking place in small local theatres and large-capacity venues such as the Ovo Hydro or SSE arena.
WHAT'S ON
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Charles Rennie Mackintosh
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Tours
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