GLASGOW DOORS OPEN DAYS FESTIVAL RETURNS!
17 – 20 September 2026
We are thrilled to announce that the 37th Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival (GDODF) will return from 17–20 September 2026!
Organised by Glasgow Building Preservation Trust since its inception in 1990, the festival has grown to be Scotland’s largest free celebration of architecture, heritage and community, welcoming thousands of visitors each year to explore the stories, buildings and cultural spaces that shape our city.
FIND OUT HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Would you like to take part in Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2026?
We welcome expressions of interest from all kinds of organisations, including community and volunteer groups, heritage and walking‑tour guides, council‑owned buildings, private building owners and cultural organisations.
Head to our participate page for all the information you need to take part.
The deadline to return the form: Monday 8 June.
The deadline to return the form: Monday 8 June.
2026 FESTIVAL THEME – GLASGOW GOES OUT: THE PLACES THAT MADE US
This year, we’re celebrating the spaces where life happens – from grand cinemas and tearooms to grassroots venues, cultural hubs and legendary nights out.
It’s a chance to spotlight the places that have brought people together, sparked creativity, and made Glasgow feel alive – past and present.
Through walks, talks, exhibitions and events across the city, you can help visitors rediscover favourites, uncover hidden gems, and share the moments that shaped them.
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RELIVE THE MAGIC AND WATCH OUR 2025 HIGHLIGHTS
From 18 – 21 September, more than 200 buildings, trails, events and a sold out series of talks came together to make Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2025 happen and we are thrilled with the response we’ve had to the programme!
With almost 40,000 visits, 320 primary pupils engaged and 178 participants taking part, the festival was one of our biggest yet.
A huge thank you to everyone who visited GDODF 2025, we hope you enjoyed delving into Glasgow’s rich architectural and cultural history and uncovering hidden gems and long lost stories along the way! Stay tuned on our social media channels for all our latest news, updates and more wonderful moment from the 36th edition of the festival.
