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You are visiting Glasgow and want to check out what’s on offer to entertain you, you are wondering how vibrant the arts and entertainment sector is here. Glasgow is brimming with venues that offer live music, comedy, and theatre. The arts and entertainment scene in Glasgow is as more alive than it has ever been for over 30 years. As for festivals, every week of the year, there is a festival happening somewhere in our city.
Top Entertainment Venues include:
169 acres of elegance with any number of facilities including a walled garden, sunken garden, maze, sculptures, and tennis courts. There is so much more in Bellahouston Park to discover, even Glasgow Ski Centre!
Appreciating the older and finer things in life is important. Glasgow Green is a wonderful amenity and green space where people gather to relax, have fun and just be. One of Glasgow’s oldest parks it covers 136 acres and is well known for hosting several events throughout the year.
We’ve noticed an increase in the number of guests who stay with us attending a gig, or concert at the Ovo Hydro. With so many incredible acts playing here, be sure to book your tickets and overnight stay with us well in advance. We are only 3 miles away or 12 minutes by taxi.
This place has mass appeal as an entertainment venue due to its top quality restaurant, bar, and ability to draw in so many superb acts. For a guaranteed good night out, we can highly recommend Oran Mor.
Formerly a galvanisers yard SWG3 really is a venue like no other. The eclectic space has come alive with collections of gigs, fashion shows, nightlife and even shopping all under the one roof. Although the space is set out for work and rest, play is what they do best!
This picture-perfect venue is used for outdoor entertainment mostly in Summer, although tends to be in demand increasingly in the last 12 months. It seats 2000 people and is situated between Glasgow University and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum.
Scottish Event Campus (SEC) 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
169 acres of elegance with any number of facilities including a walled garden, sunken garden, maze, sculptures, and tennis courts.
Glasgow Green (Home to TRNSMT)
One of Glasgow’s oldest parks it covers 136 acres and is well known for hosting several events throughout the year.
Small Intimate Venues
If music, gigs, clubs, comedy, and live entertainment is a reason to come to Glasgow, you already know about Room 2 at 69 Mandela Place, Glasgow. An impressive line up of acts is always on their books and tickets are available online.
Situated on Queen Street, Glasgow ‘La Cheetah’ remains a popular venue for those who regularly attend gigs and events in Glasgow. It’s broad appeal and cool vibes guarantee it will draw in locals and tourists looking for a good night out.
What a place, what a name, what a venue. King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut opened over 30 years and still defines and influences the music scene in Glasgow today. Famed for showcasing and emerging acts including Snow Patrol, Pulp, Florence and the Machine they are situated on Vincent Street easily accessible by public transport.
Vintage and style are a combination that defines Stereo Café Bar. You’ll find it in a Charles Rennie Mackintosh building, on Glasgow’s Renfield Lane. By day delicious vegan food is served, at night the basement comes alive hosting gigs and live performances.
Sauchiehall Street is a mecca for late night pubs, clubs and venues and Broadcast is one of the most popular. Open daily until 3am, most gigs and sessions start at 7pm or so, followed by the clubs that run from 23.00 to 03.00hrs.
Everything and anything are lined up to entertain at platform. An unusual venue where eating, drinking, and socialising is turned on its head. The large indoor space gives you the feeling of a street market with the comfort of being indoors. Head for 253 Argyle Street, Glasgow.
Scotland’s biggest and dare we say best nightclub “The Garage” is open 7 days a week, all year round. A fast-paced live music venue where resident DJ’s have patrons in the palm of their hands. With 6 rooms over 4 levels, get ready to arrive early and party all night long.
For quality vegan food head to Mono’s where the food is served fresh and made by an incredibly talented team. At any given time, the venue also plays host to poetry readings, music performances and other eclectic events.
Supporting up and coming talent from all genres of the arts and entertainment world, this venue on Renfield Lane is an ideal place to go to experience the best of raw talent and admission to events is generally free.
Room 2
If music, gigs, clubs, comedy, and live entertainment is a reason to come to Glasgow, you already know about Room 2 at 69 Mandela Place, Glasgow. An impressive line up of acts is always on their books and tickets are available online.
La Cheetah Club
Situated on Queen Street, Glasgow ‘La Cheetah’ remains a popular venue for those who regularly attend gigs and events in Glasgow. It’s broad appeal and cool vibes guarantee it will draw in locals and tourists looking for a good night out.
King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut
What a place, what a name, what a venue. King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut opened over 30 years and still defines and influences the music scene in Glasgow today. Famed for showcasing and emerging acts including Snow Patrol, Pulp, Florence and the Machine they are situated on Vincent Street easily accessible by public transport.
Vintage and style are a combination that defines Stereo Café Bar. You’ll find it in a Charles Rennie Mackintosh building, on Glasgow’s Renfield Lane. By day delicious vegan food is served, at night the basement comes alive hosting gigs and live performances.
Sauchiehall Street is a mecca for late night pubs, clubs and venues and Broadcast is one of the most popular. Open daily until 3am, most gigs and sessions start at 7pm or so, followed by the clubs that run from 23.00 to 03.00hrs.
Everything and anything are lined up to entertain at platform. An unusual venue where eating, drinking, and socialising is turned on its head. The large indoor space gives you the feeling of a street market with the comfort of being indoors. Head for 253 Argyle Street, Glasgow
Supporting up and coming talent from all genres of the arts and entertainment world, this venue on Renfield Lane is an ideal place to go to experience the best of raw talent and admission to events is generally free.
Head to Sauchiehall Street and pay Nice N Sleazy a visit if you want to enjoy great gigs, delicious food, including spectacular vegan options and fantastic cocktails. Resident nights include OPEN MIC and KAROKE sessions weekly.
Jinty McGuinty’s was 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.
Hilarious stand-up comedians perform every weekend a wide range of beverages are available to pre-book at the Glee bar.
Bingo Halls & Casinos
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.
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.
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.
Plays host to top stars and shows including the best of Musical Theatre, seasonal pantomime, and international comedians. Plan your visit well in advance to a show here, they sell out fast! Big shows such as The Book of Mormon, Hairspray and Alan Carr are set to tread the boards in 2022.
This beautiful building is the oldest theatre in Glasgow. It is now known as the home of Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet. Productions of all genres here including Ballet, Opera and Musical Theatre. Stay at the Acorn Hotel and savour a night at the Opera or Ballet in Glasgow.
The Pavilion Theatre on Renfield Street, Glasgow is always a “go-to” when looking for some of the best shows in town. Open since 1904, Scottish legends including Billy Connolly and Lulu have played here.
Refurbished and restored cinema showing largely mainstream films plus unusual events and cafe patio.
Websters Theatre, Bar & Playhouse is a gem in the crown of Glasgow’s late-night venues in the heart of the West End at 416 Great Western Road.
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.
Check out our What’s On page for an up to date list of things happening in Glasgow
Things to see and do in Glasgow
Tours
Glasgow’s tours for tourists come in all shapes and sizes. Whether you like the convenience of the hop on hop off tours, or the joy of listening to locals on walking tours, you can catch a guided or self-guided tour on foot, bike, boat or bus.
Things to do
Visit Scotland and Glasgow and you can find a wide range of things to do for all ages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Browse through our website or ask at reception for more information.
Shopping
Glasgow’s shopping streets and districts have an eclectic and interesting range of shops to discover as well as the nation’s favourite designer and high street shopping. Browsing around the streets is just as fun as bargain hunting.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Glasgow’s (and Scotland’s) most famous interior designer and architect. Learn more about him in Glasgow at several venues in the city and beyond.
Food and Drink in Glasgow
Explore Glasgow's rich food and drink culture and its delicious success stories, starting from right here in the West End.
Event Venues in Glasgow
We’ve lost count of the number of great venues in Glasgow that host hundreds of events every day of the year. For any genre of music, comedy or theatre you’ll find a place to suit your tastes.
WHAT'S ON
We’ve all the info on the hottest events, festivals, and gigs happening in Glasgow this year.
Outdoor Activities
Golf, Tennis, Basketball, boating,…. whatever activity you love to do, we are certain that you’ll find it a place to participate in Glasgow.
Top Attractions
Countless amazing attractions and must-see spots are just waiting for you to explore!