Mitchell Library Resources for Family History workshop
2026-05-16 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Mitchell Library, North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN, United Kingdom
Learn how to start on your family history journey.Starting out on your family history journey can be daunting, but we can help.Join librarians from The Mitchell Library for a free introductory session on library resources for family history.

Find out about electoral registers, monumental inscriptions, census, Ancestry, Find my Past, Post Office directories, the Glasgow Collection, and The Mitchell Library’s extensive newspaper collection.

Suitable for complete beginners.

Mitchell Library main entrance is in Granville Street G33 7EE

Free – but ticket required.

Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum
2026-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum, 518 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum, 518 Sauchiehall Street, Charing Cross

In the only regimental museum in the West of Scotland, see over 300 years of regimental life and active duty of today’s Regiment around the globe, combining Glasgow’s famous Highland Light Infantry and the Royal Scots Fusiliers of Ayrshire and Glasgow, and their volunteer origins.

Follow them, their recruitment, training and soldiering around the world, in North America, continental Europe, India and Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries. And the world wars of WWI and WWII, and later campaigns including Malaya, Iraq and Afghanistan. View rare collections of uniforms, equipment, medals, maps, rations, letters, pictures and other memorabilia.

Among many themes on display, witness the 71st and 74th of Foot in the Peninsula Campaign and Waterloo 1807-1815.

Join the Special Event in the main gallery on Saturday 16th May: 14.00-15.30 Special Victoria Cross display. For the first time ever, all seven Victoria Crosses held by the Museum will be on display to the public. They will only be on display for one afternoon so don’t miss this rare and exciting opportunity to view seven of the most prestigious awards presented by the British Military.

Guided tours, school visits, family and children’s events can be arranged.

The RHF Museum ground floor is on street level, upper floors access by stairs.

Free entry, donations welcome.

Free

Compass Gallery
2026-05-16 11:00 - 16:00 | Compass Gallery, 178 West Regent Street, Glasgow, G2 4RL, United Kingdom
Compass Gallery, 178 West Regent Street

For 57 years, Glasgow’s Compass Gallery has been the foremost contemporary gallery in the West of Scotland. Its role as principal talent spotter of new young Scottish based painters is widely recognised. The gallery also regularly shows the more established artists who see the need to be identified with a progressive and responsive gallery later in their careers. Compass Gallery’s interests are not confined to Scottish based artists, in fact, it is an important part of its policy to bring some of the more prominent and influential British artists to Glasgow.

A not-for-profit charity, it is renowned for its support of emerging new talent and presents monthly changing exhibitions throughout the year. Works on show include Anna H. Geerdes, Peter Howson, Shona Kinloch, Jack Knox, Bet Low, Neil MacPherson, Iona Roberts, Andy Scott, Adrian Wiszniewski, Alma Wolfson, New Generation artists from the 4 Scottish Art Schools and many others.

A Mixed Exhibition will run during May.

Free admission.

Gerber Fine Art
2026-05-16 11:00 - 16:00 | Gerber Fine Art Gallery, 178 West Regent Street, Glasgow, G2 4RL, United Kingdom
Gerber Fine Art, 178 West Regent Street

Joan Eardley RSA

25 April – 30 May 2026

This Joan Eardley exhibition shows work from throughout her whole career, and includes some early drawings and paintings from her European travels after graduating from Glasgow School of Art. Eardley wrote poetically of the colours she observed around her, and there are some strong examples showing her awareness of Fauvism, strongly demonstrated in her Catterline landscapes and pastel drawings of the Glasgow children. Many of these works on show have been on loan to the major Eardley exhibitions in the Scottish National Galleries in Edinburgh and some are for sale.

Established in 1986 this gallery Gerber Fine Art is an intimate Glasgow city centre space for art enthusiasts, collectors and first-time buyers to browse through an exciting collection of paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by prominent 19th to 21st century British artists, Glasgow Girls & Boys, Scottish Masters, Modern British, St. Ives School and regular exhibitions of current Contemporary Scottish artists. Works on show include Elizabeth Blackadder, William Crosbie, Joan Eardley, JD Fergusson, John Houston, James Kay, Jack Knox, Sir John Lavery, William McCance, Margaret Morris, Philip Reeves, Tom H. Shanks, Euan Uglow and many others.

Free admission.

Exhibition: ‘Music, Mackintosh & Murder’
2026-05-16 12:00 - 16:00 | RGI Kelly Gallery, 118 Douglas Street, Glasgow
RGI Kelly Gallery

Set in its modern Kelly Gallery near Blythswood Square, the Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts hosts a special exhibition. Inspired by the legacy of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Glasgow’s vibrant music scene and its popular crime stories, the gallery will host new work by current RGI members and entertain the viewers with the deadly mix of culture and crime that Glaswegians love.

The contemporary art scene in Glasgow is known for its experimental energy and strong community of artists. While much of the work is forward-looking and conceptual, the influence of Charles Rennie Mackintosh continues in the city’s creative identity. Institutions such as the Glasgow School of Art have helped shape generations of artists, linking Mackintosh’s elegant design legacy with today’s bold, contemporary practices. Our music scene is raw, energetic and constantly evolving.

Glasgow crime writer Alex Grey officially opens the exhibition on the 2nd of May.

Exhibition continuing to 13 June.

Free entry

Glasgow Film Theatre
2026-05-16 12:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-17 12:00 - 22:00 | Glasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose Street, Glasgow, G3 6RB, United Kingdom
Glasgow Film Theatre, 12 Rose Street

The art-deco Glasgow Film Theatre in Rose Street just off Sauchiehall Street, built in 1939 as the Cosmo, has been leading the way in art cinema for decades. The three screens show 100% specialised titles, first run world and independent cinema, artists’ experimental work, rarely screened classics and undiscovered gems from countries all around the world, thematic seasons, repertory programmes, Scottish produced work, festivals, and a programme of event cinema and live broadcast.

GFT is an educational charity, a hub of activity where children, families, and young people learn about film, communities come together, and filmmakers of the future develop their careers.

Open seven days a week from 12 noon.

For daily opening times and listings go to https://www.glasgowfilm.org/home

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland - BA School of Dance - Annual Performance
2026-05-16 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB, United Kingdom
Our School of Dance take to the stage of the New Athenaeum Theatre to perform in their annual dance showcase. In a breath-taking display of classical and contemporary dance, and with the oversight of some of the UK’s most exciting choreographers, students from across the School of Dance (including BA Modern Ballet and BA Dance Artist) perform a dynamic programme of dance and movement that will captivate audiences.

See the next generation of dance talent before they go on to make their mark in the professional world.

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland - Junior Conservatoire Jazz Concert
2026-05-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB, United Kingdom
The Junior Conservatoire Jazz students take centre stage in their end of session performance!

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland -Junior Conservatoire Percussion Showcase
2026-05-16 17:45 - 19:15 | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB, United Kingdom
A Percussion Extravaganza as the Junior Conservatoire students showcase a culmination of their hard work.

Miss Cranston, Toshie & Tea
2026-05-17 09:00 - 16:00 | The Mackintosh Tearooms, 215-217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3EX, United Kingdom
The Mackintosh Tearooms, 215-217 Sauchiehall Street

At leisure, explore our celebrated Exhibition in the original Willow Tearooms in Sauchiehall Street and see and learn of the vibrant city of Glasgow in the late 1890s and early 1900s. Times of exciting change and innovation. Learn about the growth of the tea rooms and hear the successful story of entrepreneur Miss Kate Cranston and her creative collaboration with architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife, and fellow designer, Margaret Macdonald. With interactive, audio and visual displays there’s plenty to get involved with.

Exhibition Entry for just £4.00 per person with Code BLYTH2026 when purchased at the Visitor Centre.

Children Under 10 Accompanied by an adult: Free

Simply drop in to visit the exhibition, open daily.

Last entry 4.00 pm.

For more information on The Mackintosh Tearooms please visit:

https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/the-mackintosh-tearooms

The National Piping Centre
2026-05-17 09:00 - 17:00 | The National Piping Centre, 30-34 McPhater Street, Glasgow, G4 6HW, United Kingdom
The National Piping Centre, at the top of Hope Street

An international centre of music and hospitality, world class tuition and performance. Visit the Museum of Piping at The National Piping Centre to explore 300 years of Scotland’s musical history in our permanent collection, and try the bagpipes for yourself!

Enjoy fascinating films on the history, culture and music of the bagpipe – here and overseas – before trying your hand at playing this iconic Scottish instrument. Stepping through to the Pipers Tryst restaurant provides refreshment and sustenance all day and evening.

General admission is £5 for self-guided tour. Open Daily

Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (last entry 4pm)

Saturday – Sunday 9am – 3pm (last entry 2pm)

Meet the Piper Tours

Discover the story behind Scotland’s national instrument with our Meet the Piper tour – a unique experience that brings piping history and tradition to life. Join us just before 12 noon where you will be greeted by a professional piper playing outside the building. Then guided by our piper host, you’ll explore our Museum of Piping, learn about the history and culture of the Great Highland Bagpipe. You will then be able to get hands on with the practice chanter to learn a tune and then try the bagpipes all live in this intimate setting. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and see the instrument up close.A must-do for visitors looking for an authentic taste of Scottish heritage.

The Meet the Piper Tour is available on

Fridays and Saturdays 1st & 2nd May, 8th & 9th May and 15th & 16th May all starting at 12noon.

Entry fee is £5 and the tour is included in the entry fee

No need to book, arrive around 10 minutes before the start of the event to get your tickets on the day.

Scottish Opera - The Marriage of Figaro
2026-05-17 15:00 - 18:30 | Theatre Royal, 282 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 3QA, United Kingdom
Theatre Royal, 282 Hope Street

Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro, sung in English and directed by Sir Thomas Allen

Reflecting the insight and experience of a seasoned performer, Sir Thomas Allen’s Figaro is full of humour, subtlety, and wit. The sumptuous designs provide the backdrop for a comedy of social revolution and subversion that is as relevant today as ever.. All wedding days are complicated, but nothing compared to Figaro’s. After discovering that his boss, the Count, plots to seduce his wife, Figaro and Susanna must use their wit to outsmart their employer, whilst making it down the aisle.

Relish Mozart’s bubbling, energetic score in the hands of the Orchestra of Scottish Opera.

Perfect for both newcomers and seasoned opera fans.

There is an audio description for those who will benefit from it.

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland - School of Dance - Juniors Annual Performance
2026-05-17 16:00 - 17:15, 2026-05-17 19:00 - 20:15 | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB, United Kingdom
Students from across the School of Dance will come together to showcase excerpts of classical ballet repertoire as well as original ballet, contemporary, commercial and jazz dance choreography. There will be performances by Young Ballet Company, Junior Conservatoire Jazz and Contemporary Technique dancers as well as BA Modern Ballet and BA Dance Artist students.

The Byres Road Big Band: Simon@65
2026-05-17 19:30 - 22:00 | The National Piping Centre, 30-34 McPhater Street, Glasgow, G4 6HW, United Kingdom
The National Piping Centre, top of Hope Street

Under the direction of conductor Paul Towndrow the Byres Road Big Band will be playing two new suites for jazz big band by composer and band member J Simon van der Walt ‘Between Two Oceans’ and the new ‘Byres Road Suite’.Alongside that, we’ll be playing some of our regular big band favourites, including music from the bands of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Stan Kenton, and Buddy Rich.

Simon is 65 this May, and this concert is part of a series celebrating his creative work over the years. Simon says, ‘Looking back on 30-odd years of writing music, I’ve explored a lot of different things: contemporary classical, jazz, experimental, electronic, Javanese gamelan, and everything in between. Jazz what got me started as a musician in the first place though, and is still the closest to my heart.’

• Doors open 7pm• Band 7.30pm – 10 pm with interval• £13/£7 concession
