Glasgow Science Festival

Glasgow Science Festival is back with a fresh batch of science-fuelled fun for adults and weans alike. Explore the world through talks, walks, art, film, experiments and even yoga!

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Glasgow Science Festival returns with a fantastic array of events for all ages. Explore the science and engineering that’s shaping life on Earth through talks, art, film, experiments, family days and more!

We're delighted to present a fresh programme of innovative events to spark your curiosity and trigger the imagination. Explore the science and engineering that’s shaping life on Earth through talks, art, film, experiments, family days and more!

We strongly believe that science is for everyone, from the weans to yer granny. So, don a metaphorical lab coat for the day and join us for Glasgow’s biggest celebration of world-leading research.

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Upcoming Events at Glasgow Science Festival

Tour

Glasgow Science Festival: Tours of Glasgow Botanic Gardens

Selected dates between 6th June 2024 - 15th June 2024

Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Glasgow West End

Enjoy a tour of the Glasgow Botanic Gardens during this year's Glasgow Science Festival led by one of their volunteer guides!

Arts and Crafts

Glasgow Science Festival: Family Crafts: Showbox Diorama

Selected dates between 6th June 2024 - 15th June 2024

Kelvin Hall, Glasgow West End

Come make a Showbox Diorama at the Moving Image & Sound Archive, National Library at Kelvin Hall.

Tour

Glasgow Science Festival: Museum of Anatomy Showcase

6th June 2024

The University of Glasgow, Glasgow West End

Drop in to explore the anatomy museum at the University of Glasgow on Thursday 6th June as part of Glasgow Science Festival 2024!

Learning

Glasgow Science Festival

6th June 2024 - 16th June 2024

Various Locations Glasgow

Glasgow is set to transform into a celebration of the city's past, present and future on the cutting edge of science and technology as the Glasgow Science Festival returns in June.

Talks and Lectures

Glasgow Science Festival: Body Donation

6th June 2024

The University of Glasgow, Glasgow West End

Come learn about body donation and what these amazing donors are actually used for in terms of education, research and training as part of Glasgow Science Festival!

Family and Kids

Glasgow Science Festival at the Riverside Museum

6th June 2024 - 16th June 2024

Riverside Museum, Glasgow West End

Glasgow Science Festival will be at the Riverside Museum daily from 6th to 16th June with dozens of free activities for all ages!

Tour

Glasgow Science Festival: Science on the Streets Cathedral & Necropolis Tour

7th June 2024

Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow City Centre

Discover the revolutionary advancements in science and medicine on this walking tour as part of Glasgow Science Festival 2024!

Tour

Glasgow Science Festival: Science on the Streets City Centre Tour

7th June 2024

George Square, Glasgow City Centre

This free walking tour as part of Glasgow Science Festival 2024 will explore the history of science and technology in Glasgow!

Family and Kids

Glasgow Science Festival at the Glasgow Botanic Gardens

7th June 2024 - 16th June 2024

Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Glasgow West End

Glasgow Science Festival is taking over the Kibble Palace in Glasgow Botanic Gardens with loads of free activities suitable for all ages!

Health and Wellbeing

Glasgow Science Festival: Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences Open Day

8th June 2024

University of Strathclyde, Glasgow City Centre

Join Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences and discover how technology is being used to improve health and wellbeing in Glasgow as part of Glasgow Science Festival 2024!

Nature

Glasgow Science Festival: Bird Ringing Adventure: Exploring Biodiversity

Selected dates between 8th June 2024 - 15th June 2024

The University of Glasgow, Glasgow West End

Ever wondered how research on birds is carried out? Watch the fascinating process of tagging and tracking birds in the University of Glasgow Wildlife Garden.

Festivals

Sonica

Sonica , Various Locations Glasgow

Sonica is an 11-day biennial festival in Glasgow, dedicated to world class visual sonic arts, presenting exceptional international artists alongside UK talent in diverse venues city-wide!

Festivals

Glasgow Cathedral Festival

Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street, Glasgow City Centre G4 0QZ

Glasgow Cathedral Festival brings music, art and education to the dramatic setting of Glasgow's medieval cathedral!

Festivals

Glasgow Film Festival

Glasgow Film Theatre Rose Street, Glasgow City Centre G3 6RB

One of the friendliest film festivals on the planet with a wide-ranging programme that celebrates every corner of world cinema and provides a fantastic showcase for the best of Scottish film!

Festivals

Celtic Connections

, Various Locations Glasgow

Celtic Connections will return for 2024 from Wednesday 18th January to Saturday 4th February!

Festivals

Glasgow Wildfest

, Various Locations Glasgow

Now in its fourth year, Glasgow Wildfest, is a whole month of events celebrating Glasgow’s greenspaces!

Festivals

The Village Storytelling Festival

The Village Storytelling Festival , Various Locations Glasgow

The Village Storytelling Festival, Scotland's community and contemporary storytelling festival, is back for 2022!

Festivals

Glasgow Zine Fest

Centre For Contemporary Arts 350 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3JD

Glasgow Zine Fest is a yearly celebration of zine culture, featuring events about art, community, and heritage!

Festivals

St Mungo Festival

St Mungo Festival , Various Locations Glasgow

St Mungo, patron saint of Glasgow, is celebrated during the city's official St Mungo Festival held annually in January!

Festivals

Glasgow Jazz Festival

Glasgow Jazz Festival , Various Locations Glasgow

The Glasgow Jazz Festival takes place annually in June and features a wide range of jazz artists from around the world!

Festivals

Take Me Somewhere

Take Me Somewhere , Various Locations Glasgow

Take Me Somewhere is Glasgow's festival of contemporary international performance, building on the legacy of the Arches arts venue following its closure in 2015.

Festivals