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Adelaide Place Venues

Starting at 10 : 45 AM, 12 : 30 PM, 1 : 30 PM, 2 : 30 PM, 3 : 30 PM

Come & explore this newly renovated church building in the heart of the city dated from 1877. You will experience a story of survival & renewal, of community & creativity, of art & poetry.
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Arlington Baths Club

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM

Visit the oldest swimming pool in Glasgow to see our skylit swimming pool and magnificent Turkish Bath, a hidden treasure in the city for over 150 years.
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Camphill Gate

Camphill Gate

Starting at 11 : 05 AM, 12 : 05 PM, 1 : 05 PM, 2 : 05 PM, 3 : 05 PM, 4 : 05 PM

Camphill Gate and its lovely roof garden welcome visitors back for our one day roof top cafe with amazing views of the South and West of the city and an exhibition about the history of the building.
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Castlemilk Stables

Castlemilk Stables

Starting at 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 30 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM, 4 : 00 PM

Join tours of this award winning restored historic stables block, hear and share memories of Castlemilk and meet street artist Frodrik as he works on a new mural celebrating the history of the area
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Centre for Contemporary Arts

Centre for Contemporary Arts

Starting at 11 : 30 AM, 2 : 30 PM

The CCA has been at the centre of Glasgow’s art scene for over 30 years. It operates within an Alexander Greek Thomson building, a Georgian villa and another building, each with a distinctive history.
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Cloud Water Zen Centre

Starting at 10 : 15 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 11 : 45 AM, 12 : 30 PM, 1 : 15 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 2 : 45 PM, 3 : 30 PM

The Cloud Water Zen Centre is the west of Scotlad's only Zen Buddhist temple. Come along to find out more about Zen Buddhism and to explore a Zen temple for yourself. Guided tours of the building are available on demand throughout the weekend
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Couper Institute

Couper Institute

Starting at 12 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM

For many years, the Couper Institute has been at the heart of Cathcart. Come on our tour or drop in to share your memories of the Couper! This B-listed building was designed in 1887 by James Sellars.
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Derelict Glasgow Walk

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

We invite you to join us for a walk around Glasgow city centre identifying derelict buildings listed on the Building At Risk website, and others which are yet to be added to the list.
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East Park School

East Park School

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM

East Park School is an incredible environment that supports children & young people with Autism from all over Scotland.
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EXIT

Starting at 2 : 00 PM, 10 : 00 PM

EXIT is a fully operating DIY, independent and artist run club and arts space which was opened in September 2023. The building on Maxwell St was once home to Fury Murry’s in the late 80s and 90s, and then repurposed into a strip club. The space has a lot of character, with the majority of the strip club interiors remaining largely intact. EXIT has a strong DIY ethos, platforming and growing the local scene and creative community here in Glasgow.
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Friends of Glasgow Necropolis

Friends of Glasgow Necropolis

Starting at 11 : 00 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM

The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis (The Friends) are delighted to offer informal and informative walking tours undertaken by our friendly and knowledgeable volunteer tour guides. Booking Essential.
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Friends of Glasgow Royal Infirmary Museum

Friends of Glasgow Royal Infirmary Museum

Starting at 12 : 00 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM, 4 : 00 PM

This year, please come and hear about the rich history of the Royal, exploring this year's theme, alongside our current and upcoming exhibitions and projects.
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Garnethill Multicultural Centre

Starting at 1 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM, 4 : 00 PM

Come and visit a busy, thriving community center in the city center of Glasgow. We run events for everyone in the community, providing a place for conversation, fun, friendship and support. This includes dance, wellness classes, community meals, art club and much more! You will be shown around the center by members of staff who will describe what happens on a weekly basis - there may be something that appeals to you! They will also reveal some history and our plans for the future.
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Glasgow Central Mosque

Starting at 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 30 PM, 2 : 30 PM, 3 : 30 PM, 4 : 30 PM

Glasgow Central Mosque is the first purpose-built mosque in Glasgow and the largest in Scotland.
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Glasgow Pandemic 1832 Workshop

Glasgow Pandemic 1832 Workshop

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

Dive into Glasgow's 1832 cholera crisis through an interactive board game, treating patients and exploring historical health challenges.
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Glasgow Street Aid

Glasgow Street Aid

Starting at 11 : 00 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM

Come for an exclusive tour behind the scenes of our Medical and Welfare Centre in the heart of Glasgow - get hands on with some exhibits and meet some members of our dedicated volunteer team!
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Glasgow Women's Library

Glasgow Women’s Library

Starting at 1 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM

Visit Glasgow Women’s Library and hear about our Net Zero plans, and see our ‘She Settles In the Shields’ exhibition which explores the personal histories of migrant women in Pollokshields.
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Govanhill Baths

Govanhill Baths

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 10 : 30 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 1 : 30 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 2 : 30 PM, 3 : 00 PM

Guided tours of Govanhill Baths, Glasgow's last surviving Edwardian bathhouse.
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Graham Kerr Building

Graham Kerr Building

Starting at 11 : 15 AM, 12 : 15 PM, 3 : 15 PM

Come to the Graham Kerr Building for family friendly activities in the Zoology Museum, a lecture on the history of zoology, tours of the building and a immersive workshop on oysters.
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Grand Opera: Who owns a melody?

Starting at 1 : 30 AM

The ‘Salonorchester’ will perform arranged versions of Vincenzo Bellini’s famous opera ‘Norma’, condensing the four and a half-hour long opera into just 12 minutes.
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Greyfriars Biophilic Garden

Greyfriars Biophilic Garden

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

When you visit our wonderful garden, you will be amazed at the variety of vegetables and flowers and you will be delighted by the friendly welcome. Your will be uplifted and you will leave smiling.
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Guided tour of the River Kelvin Bridges

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

Join this engineer guided walk exploring the bridges of Glasgow’s River Kelvin. Find out how and why they were built as they are and why the West End of Glasgow looks the way it does today.
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Holmwood House

Holmwood House

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 10 : 30 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 12 : 30 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 1 : 30 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 2 : 30 PM, 3 : 00 PM, 3 : 30 PM, 4 : 00 PM

Join us on a tour of this architectural gem widely recognised as Alexander 'Greek' Thomson’s most exceptional domestic creation, showcasing his incredible design legacy.
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Images of Impact exhibition

Images of Impact exhibition

Starting at 10 : 00 AM

Discover how Science & Engineering research at University of Glasgow is impacting the real world, with this specially curated images exhibition
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Kelvin Hall Building Tour

Kelvin Hall Building Tour

Starting at 12 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM

Join us for a volunteer-led tour of Kelvin Hall. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the history of this iconic building and see how it is being used today.
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Kelvingrove Bandstand

Kelvingrove Bandstand

Starting at 11 : 00 AM, 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 00 AM

Come and celebrate Glasgow's historic Kelvingrove Bandstand in its anniversary year. Book a slot to hear more about the incredible history of the venue and get a chance to have your moment on stage!
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Kinning Park and Govan History Walk

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

Join this accessible history walk to discover the fascinating people, places, and events in the many-layered history of Kinning Park, Plantation, and east Govan.
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Lar Housing Trust

Lar Housing Trust – Ruchill Quadrangle Site Tour

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 10 : 30 AM, 11 : 00 , 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 12 : 30 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 1 : 30 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 2 : 30 PM

This is an opportunity to view our Ruchill Quadrangle project, hear more about Lar Housing Trust and share stories about this landmark building on the Union Canal in Maryhill.
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Mackintosh at the Willow

Starting at 9 : 00 AM, 5 : 00 PM

Have you ever walked past the Original Willow Tea Rooms Building on Sauchiehall Street and wondered what it might be like inside?
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Witches Brew Workshop at Provan Hall - Family Friendly

Provan Hall Tours and Museum Entry

Starting at 11 : 00 AM, 1 : 00 PM

500 years of history at Glasgow's oldest house, Provan Hall. The best example of a medieval fortified house in Scotland. Tours and general admission available.
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Researchers at Work: Tours of the ARC

Starting at 12 : 30 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 1 : 30 AM

Join us for tours of the University of Glasgow Advanced Research Centre, led by scientists, researchers and University of Glasgow staff. Find out what research is happening within the ARC.
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Retrofitted Low Carbon Home - Cathcart

Retrofitted Low Carbon Home – Cathcart

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 11 : 30 AM

Join Paul and Rebecca for an informative tour of their retrofitted Victorian terrace home. See the different measures including insulation improvements and heat pump.
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Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre

Starting at 11 : 40 AM, 1 : 40 PM, 3 : 40 PM

A visit to the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre will reveal one of the hidden wonders of Glasgow’s West End. There is wizardry at work behind our doors – the magical world of masks and puppets!
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Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre

Starting at 11 : 15 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 12 : 45 PM, 1 : 30 PM

Sharmanka features an extensive collection of kinetic (moving) sculptures assembled from found objects, beautiful scrap and exquisitely hand carved characters.
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Off the Rails / Back on Track

Springburn – Off the Rails / Back on Track

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

A site-specific, script-in-hand reading of a love letter to North East Glasgow, curated by playwright Jack Dickson and featuring the words of those who know the area best. Think you know Springburn?
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Springburn Park Heritage Trail

Starting at 10 : 00 AM

Journey back in time, discover the dramatic story of Springburn's rise and fall as an industrial powerhouse and locomotive manufacturer to the world through the lens of the dilapidated winter gardens.
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St Mary’s Scottish Episcopal Cathedral

Starting at 3 : 00 PM, 4 : 00 PM

The bell tower at St Mary's houses a magnificent ring of 10 bells, cast by bellfounders Taylor's of Loughborough, hung for full circle ringing. These bells are internationally well known and are the only set of ringable bells in Glasgow. They are also the second heavist set of 10 bells in Scotland.
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St. Margaret's Church , Knightswood

St. Margaret’s Church , Knightswood

Starting at 10 : 00 AM

This beautiful stone built building,designed by the eminent Scottish architect Sir Robert Lorimer, dominates Knightswood Cross and inside houses a musical gem - the 158 year old Father Willis organ.
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Tenement House

Tenement House

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 10 : 30 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 12 : 30 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 1 : 30 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 2 : 30 PM, 3 : 00 PM, 3 : 30 PM, 4 : 00 PM, 4 : 30 PM

Step back in time to early 20th Century Glasgow at The Tenement House. The four rooms appear as if frozen in time, preserved by typist Agnes Toward who preserved her home and belongings
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The 'Greek' Thomson Sixty Steps

The ‘Greek’ Thomson Sixty Steps

Starting at 2 : 00 PM

Come and view the restoration work which is underway on the wall abutting The Steps. Scaffolding may restrict access to the staircase itself but there. is still so much to see.
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The Alasdair Gray Archive and The Agnes Owens Archive

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 11 : 30 AM, 2 : 45 PM, 4 : 15 PM

We look forward to welcoming you to a free public resource dedicated to one of Scotland's most important cultural polymaths. You can handle the original artworks, sketchbooks, letters, books & more
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The Briggait, Wasps Studios

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

The Briggait, formerly the city of Glasgow’s fishmarket and a Grade `A` listed building, is now a cultural hub for artists and creative industries based in Glasgow.
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The Carmunnock Heritage Society

The Carmunnock Heritage Society

Starting at 10 : 00 AM

Celebrate Glasgow's Last Village. Wander our village, our buildings and learn how village life might've been lived through the centuries with guided tours, archives, trails & so much more....
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The Govan Stones Archaeology Open Day

The Govan Stones Archaeology Open Day

Starting at 11 : 30 AM, 12 : 00 PM, 12 : 30 PM, 1 : 00 PM, 1 : 30 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 2 : 30 PM, 3 : 00 PM, 3 : 30 PM

Explore medieval life through crafts, artefact handling and heritage workshops. Visit the archaeological dig and meet ancient warriors from Govan's past. Trench tours all day.
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The King's Theatre Building & Heritage Tours

The King’s Theatre Building & Heritage Tours

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 10 : 30 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 11 : 30 AM

This exceptional insight into the The King's Theatre is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before & grab some historical facts along the way.
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The Pipe Factory

Starting at 11 : 00 AM, 1 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM

Join us for a celebration of this stunning historic building, its history, and its plans for the future via an architectural exhibition, on-site tours, and an all ages mini bricks 'buildathon'.
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The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice

The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice

Starting at 10 : 00 AM, 11 : 00 AM, 1 : 00 PM, 2 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM

This award-winning building is more home than a clinical setting. Find out how the building helps us provide care and support to families from Glasgow and beyond.
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The Pyramid at Anderston

The Pyramid at Anderston

Starting at 12 : 30 PM, 2 : 00 PM

The Pyramid at Anderston (B-listed) was designed in 1965 by Honeyman, Jack and Robertson for the Church of Scotland, opening in 1968.
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The Revelator

Starting at 12 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM, 5 : 00 PM

The Revelator, Wall of Death : a Clydebuilt wooden, handcrafted circular structure, it is a community-built, and fully-functioning motorcycle wall of death and art space.
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ARTHUR MCJIMPSEY

The Story of Glasgow Green.

Starting at 11 : 00 AM

The history of Glasgow Green learn about how it became a gift to the city and how through time it became an important part in the shaping of the city's history .
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Trinity Building

Trinity Building

Starting at 11 : 00 AM, 1 : 00 PM, 3 : 00 PM

When visiting the Trinity Building in Glasgow, you will be entering a true part of Glasgow's architectural history that commands a key part of the Glasgow skyline.
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Victoria Park Heritage Trail

Starting at 2 : 00 PM

The walk starts at the main Gates, from 1887 and includes the Fossil Grove, Daphne Memorial, former bandstands, Cenotaph, former Partick Curling Club Pavilion and ends at our Bio-diversity Garden.
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Wellington Church

Starting at 10 : 15 AM, 11 : 15 AM, 12 : 15 PM, 1 : 15 PM, 2 : 15 PM, 3 : 15 PM

Your chance to see INSIDE this ICONIC church facing the University since 1884. On display will be some of the wonderful embroideries created by Hannah Frew Paterson and other highly skilled artists
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