What's on in Glasgow in 2015

There's loads going on in Glasgow in 2015. from sporting events, to the best cutting edge music, from big stage theatre productions, to the world's premier pipe band competition, the 2015 Glasgow calendar is jam-packed!

To get an overview of some of the best of 2015 in Glasgow, head over to our friends at People Make Glasgow.

There's spooky goings-on in Glasgow this Halloween

Mwahahahaa! *laughs in a sinister fashion*

The ghosts and ghouls of Glasgow's streets and lanes are slowly starting to get ready for their annual outing at Halloween.

Dragging their dusty, cobweb-filled bones from their alleys and underground dens, these spooky beings may be lurking round any corner at this time of year... so watch out!

There's plenty eery goings-on in Glasgow this Halloween. From ghost walks to haunting concerts, Glasgow is the perfect place to enjoy Halloween...if rubbing shoulders with ghouls and demons is your kind of thing!!

Glasgow Doors Open Day

Glasgow Central Station

Have you ever wanted to see behind the scenes of some of Glasgow's most famous and iconic buildings? I know I certainly have, especially the wonderful Panopticon and to explore the tunnels under Central Station that I've heard so many urban rumours about.

Well, hang on to your hats, because you can do all of this and so much more on Open Doors Day...well, it's actually a weekend, which makes it even better!

Bank Holiday Weekend in Glasgow

Not sure how to spend your bank holiday weekend in Glasgow? Well, Glasgow's calendar is full with plenty to satisfy parents, children and the young-at-heart all at once. Here is a selection of some of the best this weekend.

The Riverside Festival is a new event taking place on Saturday, August 24 from 4pm - 11pm on the grounds of the iconic Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship, on the banks of the River Clyde. The event will feature outdoor stages and bars, covered dance floors, street food, comedy and performance art and have a real carnival atmosphere.

Scotland's Exclusive Wedding Event at Hampden Park all weekend. If you're planning for the Big Day, then this event will help you choose everything from the piper to the flowers. Or, if you're not planning just yet, why not go along and live the dream!

Medieval Sport at 2pm on Saturday, 24th at the People's Palace & Winter Gardens. See how they amused themselves in the Middle Ages with archery, jousting and kubs.

Go bat hunting! Pollok Country Park, 24th at 8.30pm. It's European Bat Weekend, so grab the bat detectors and torches and go on a bat hunt. Ages 8+; all children must be accompanied.

Glasgow & District Fuchsia Society Annual Show, Kibble Palace, all weekend. A competitive event judged under British Fuchsia Society rules, with the chance for visitors to see plenty of rare varieties.

Whatever you decide to get up to in Glasgow this weekend, share your photos on our Facebook page.

Enjoy Glasgow Show on Glasgow Green

This weekend, make the most of the hot weather and enjoy the family-friendly Glasgow Show on Glasgow Green.

With live music, extreme sports, dancing, theatre, countryside activities, children's funfair rides and a main arena filled with international acts, it's shaping up to be a great weekend on Glasgow Green.

In fact, I'm planning on sweet-talking the boss to see if I can wangle an escape down there myself to see
the amazing Blazing Saddles Horse Stunt Team.

The Show is on both Saturday and Sunday from 11.30am to 5.30pm and the Glasgow Show Parade leaves George Square at 11.30am on Saturday and its arrival marks the formal opening of the Glasgow Show at 12.00pm in Glasgow Green. The Parade will include vintage buses, dancers, horse and dray, pipe bands, street theatre and much more.

Exploring Glasgow's Green Spaces

Did you know Glasgow is bursting with green spaces? Parks and gardens adorn Glasgow and what better time of year to enjoy them than the height of summer?

Whether you are green-fingered, fancy a relaxing stroll or even a spot of sunbathing, Glasgow's green spaces have plenty to offer.

Starting in our own neighbourhood, we have Kelvingrove Park and the Botanic Gardens on our doorstep (literally!).

The best of Glasgow's Museums this Summer

St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art

The Burrell Collection

It has long been known that Glasgow boasts some of Europe's best museums. Earlier this year the Riverside Museum was voted The European Museum of the Year 2013 and the sheer number and variation in the city's museums has tourists flocking from all over the world.

Throughout the summer Glasgow's museums have a packed itinerary full of new exhibitions and interactive fun for all the family.

With painting exhibitions to  the story of football and everything else in between, Glasgow's museums are bursting with life and activity this summer.

Oh, and don't forget, most of them have great little cafes for you to relax while the kids explore.

Glasgow's West End Festival

Look out for the costumes at the Mardi Gras Parade

For the month of June Glasgow's West End will play host to Glasgow's biggest festival, The West End Festival!

From Friday 31st May - Sunday 30th June over 100 Glasgow-based organisations, arts groups, local and international artists will deliver a mixture of activities and projects. The festival programme includes; events, exhibitions, performances, talks, tours, workshops and screenings, and many events are free of charge.