Film & Comic Con Glasgow
Braehead Arena · Renfrew
Meet actors, artists, and collectors under one roof — a full day out for fans of any age.
Saturday, 4 July
My Chemical Romance Afterparty at The Garage
The Garage · Glasgow
The Garage goes full emo for a Black Parade 20th anniversary afterparty — expect the anthems all night.
Chris Forbes: Work In Progress
Gael & Grain · Glasgow
Catch Forbes road-testing his Fringe set at a local pub — raw, unfiltered comedy before it hits Edinburgh.
Glasgow Anime & Gaming Con 2026
Glasgow Doubletree by Hilton · Glasgow
Cosplay, gaming halls, and anime screenings packed into one weekend — a proper day out for teens and superfans.
Sunday, 5 July
Editor's Pick
Great Falls Park Hike - Free Entry Day
Great Falls Park · Fairfax
Free entry to Great Falls Park makes this the weekend to finally tackle those Potomac overlook trails with the whole family.
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The Indian SoundBath
The Arlington Baths Club · Glasgow
Bowls, chimes, and ancient rhythms fill one of Glasgow's most beautiful Victorian bathhouses — an hour that earns its weekend.
Forest Families - Woodcraft Wonders Wooden Car Making
Mugdock Country Park · Milngavie
Kids sand, assemble, and take home a wooden car they built themselves — good hands-on fun in the park.
Family Pottery Workshop - Parent & Child Clay Experience
O&E ART CRAFT STUDIO · Glasgow
Hands-on clay time with your kid in a cosy studio — you both leave with something you actually made.
GYG Presents: Free Zine-Making Workshop
Gallery of Modern Art · Glasgow
Make your own zine with GoMA's Youth Group — all materials provided, no experience needed.
Iron Girders Pro Wrestling 23
Iron Girders · Glasgow
Angel Hayze returns from Japan to defend the IGPW title at Parkhead — loud, theatrical, and genuinely fun for older kids.
Glasgow Mela After Party 2026
Manuka · Glasgow
The official post-Mela party lands at Manuka — expect a crowd still buzzing from the festival.
Beginners Pickleball Instruction
Dufief Elementary School · North Potomac
Learn pickleball from scratch at a local school gym — loaner paddles provided for $5, no experience needed.
Intermediate/Advanced Pickleball Players
Dufief Elementary School · North Potomac
Drop-in competitive play for intermediate and advanced pickleball players at Dufief Elementary.
Monday, 6 July
Editor's Pick
Somewhere In Between
The Collector's Hall · Glasgow
A debut show wrestling with identity and in-between-ness — the kind of exhibition that stays with you on the walk home.
Build a Reasoning Model Study Group
Herndon Fortnightly Library Conference Room · Herndon
A hands-on study group working through AI model-building chapter by chapter — bring your laptop and questions.
Tuesday, 7 July
Editor's Pick
Glasgow Cathedral 890th Anniversary Exhibition
Glasgow Cathedral · Glasgow
890 years of Glasgow's founding landmark, explored inside the cathedral itself — history that actually feels lived-in.
Suit & Mai Tai Live - Terrific Tuesday Summer Concert
Paramus bandshell · Paramus
A free outdoor concert under the stars at Paramus Bandshell — classic rock to pop, dancing on the grass until late.
Wednesday, 8 July
Editor's Pick
Summer Holiday Family Activity: Make a Handbound Journal
Mackintosh at the Willow · Glasgow
Kids craft their own handbound journal using Glasgow Style techniques — a slow, satisfying workshop at one of the city's most storied venues.
Yvette Young Clinic at guitarguitar Glasgow
36 Trongate · Glasgow
Yvette Young breaks down her intricate math rock technique in person — a rare masterclass for guitarists who want to level up.
Writing Narrative Non-Fiction with Sophie Elmhirst
A rare chance to learn long-form storytelling craft from an award-winning journalist — bring a notebook and questions.
Guest Workshop: Ryan Rosenberg - Duck Duck Goose
Acting Coach Scotland · Govan
UCB and Big Grande's Ryan Rosenberg leads an improv workshop — a rare chance to learn from a working LA comedy writer.
Designing Your Life Crash Course
A focused 3-hour intro to the Life Design framework — useful if you're at a crossroads or just overdue for a reset.
CityTalk: Citywide Career Pathways to Employment
City hiring managers in one room — useful if you're job-hunting or know someone who is.
Thursday, 9 July
Editor's Pick
Progress for Parents - Family Fun Day
Pollok Park · Bellahouston
Free family day in Pollok Park — kids play while parents connect with support services over tea and cake.
We Hold Our Broken Hearts In Common Book Launch
Strange Exchange · Glasgow
Fiona Brittle reads from her new collection at Strange Exchange — poetry about heartbreak and history, with a publisher's talk alongside.
Commonwealth Games Clyde Clean Up
Glasgow International Arena · Glasgow
Grab gloves and join Keep Scotland Beautiful for a riverside litter pick — a good one for older kids who want to do something that matters.