Let’s explore social events in Glasgow, Scotland happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across Glasgow, Scotland. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in Glasgow
Christmas Party
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Gamer Club
Christmas Party! Join us for some mulled wine and a festive celebration.
Mostly a social event to catch up, hang out and play games, though there will be a screening of the absoutely terrible “[Santa and the Ice Cream Bunny](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_and_the_Ice_Cream_Bunny)” from 9pm.
Join our chat room to get to know everyone first – our main room is #geek but checkout the others #bo(…)
Make Friends & BlaBla Language Exchange – Special Secret Santa Glasgow
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Tiki Bar & Kitsch Inn
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat BEFORE joining the group (MANDATORY) ⚠️⚠️⚠️**
Meet new people – Make international and local friends – Speak languages (mingle) – Have fun 😉
**👉 Any question or request?** **[Reach out to us on Instagram](www.instagram.com/blablalanguage) !**
**👉 Some guidelines for a delightful experience:**
\- 🍺🥤 You are asked to order a dr(…)
Traditional Games Night – Dominos, Draughts, Jenga, Carrom, lots more!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The Gamer Club
Join us for an evening of traditional games.
* Dominos
* Draughts/Checkers
* Backgammon
* Cribbage
* Jenga
* Ring Toss
* [Carrom](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrom) (traditional Indian game where players flick dicks attempting to knock them into the corners of the board)
The venue is **BYOB, so feel free to bring some beers/wine** etc – there is free tea and coffee available.
Looking forward(…)
Board Game Evening!
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Curlers Rest Glasgow
Hi!
I’m going to be running a Board game evening at Curlers rest!
I will bring along a selection of games, if you have any you would like to see, put them in the comments. You can see what games I own by clicking [here](https://gameshelf.io/user/usernameofrassilon?sort=alphabet,asc&vert&players-s-s&maxPlayTime-m-s=0,90&status-i-s=Owned&weight-m-s=0,2.7)
Feel free to bring along your own games, (…)
LGBTQ+ Board Games in the City Centre
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Top Hat & Bishop
This is an **LGBTQ+** event for those who love board games and those who want to explore them for the first time.
*[IMPORTANT] Please before booking attendance consider making a donation of £1 per person if you can to support the group expenses using one of the following links:*
[PAYPAL](https://paypal.me/liwliw234?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB)
OR
[MONZO USERS ONLY](https://monzo.me/gabrielriba(…)
Shut Up And Write Glasgow WEST END!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: iCafe Kelvingrove
Fancy writing with company in a cafe on a Saturday morning? Well, we’re doing just that, every week, alongside the online sessions – come along and be super-inspired in the company of other writers and get stuff done!
**Where can I find you?**
We’re at the Woodlands iCafe in the West end, in the big room to the right as soon as you walk through the front door, and there’ll be at least a couple s(…)
Glasgow Language Exchange – Every Thursday!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Nonna Said
Join us this Thursday for our weekly language exchange!🎉
Come to practise new languages, make friends, and share your native language – we are all teachers and students in this situation.
All languages are welcome, and we do our best to match you with other people… Spanish, Italian, French, English, Arabic, Russian, Mandarin etc.
Our friendly hosts will welcome you to the event and help you (…)
It’s Almost Christmas??? – Sparkling Festive Lunch Party
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
I know what you’re thinking -Christmas already!!!! – but get it sorted now and it’ll feel like a freebie come Christmas.
We’ve had such a great time the past 2 years at this festive lunch when we took over the whole event, and honestly, you need to book early or you miss out.
Come along and celebrate the festive season in style with us at the Mercure Hotel where this year’s theme is Sparkling.
Lad(…)
Pub Quiz at Curlers Rest, Hillhead
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: The Curlers Rest
Please join to be part of our team at Curlers Rest. This pub is on Byres Road next door but one to Hillhead Subway. There are also frequent bus services operating nearby.
This is a weekly event. Aileen will try to make most of them but in my absence please continue quizzing! Table(s) will usually be reserved under the name McLaren from 18.45.
Food and drink are available by ordering at the bar, (…)
Bad movie night – Santa and the Ice Cream Bunny
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Gamer Club
This is hands down one of the worst films ever made, and I love showing it to people.
Join us from 9pm for a glass of mulled wine or a cup of tea and prepare for the 1972 treat [Santa and the Ice Cream Bunny.](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_and_the_Ice_Cream_Bunny) Movie will begin at 9:30pm.
There will be time afterwards to stay and discuss the movie if you’d like.
As always, remember to (…)
West End Intercambio English/Espanol @ Curlers
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: The Curlers Rest
Hola!
UPDATE MAY 2023
Hola a todos! From Monday 8th May, Monday evenings will be upstairs at Curlers and Thursdays evenings in Tennent’s!
Curlers is next to Hillhead subway on Byres Rd. As you enter, head upstairs, turn right and we are usually at the table in the far left corner by the window. Or, as you enter Tennent’s from Byres Rd, turn left and it is normally one of the tables by the windo(…)
Beginner Friendly – Indoor Climbing at the GCC
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Glasgow Climbing Centre
This meetup is open to complete beginners or novices to try indoor climbing. You’ll get a chance to climb and be belayed by a competent climber. This session runs from 7PM to 9PM. The centre is open until 10pm. Please meet at the reception at the entrance at 7PM to get signed in. Please don’t be late. At the moment, there are only 2 spaces. However this may change and it is always worth joining th(…)
Cinema Night: MOANA 2
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Cineworld Cinemas
**Meet in The Merchant Pub, 134-136 West George Street, on the corner of Renfield Street, from 6.30 pm for a meal deal. We often sit at the large oval table no. 28, on the raised area at the far end of the bar.**
**See you in Cineworld, if not at The Merchant.**
**19:40 MOANA 2 (PG) 1h40 mins. Screen 12.**
**Seat no. F10 has been booked for your Host**.
**Film booking link** **- [MOANA 2](https:(…)
Bitcoin Glasgow – buy/sell/learn
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Maltman
[Follow us on Twitter @glasgow_bitcoin](https://twitter.com/glasgow_bitcoin)
This Meetup is designed to be an opportunity for people to learn about and share knowledge about Bitcoin and Blockchain technologies.
For those who have little experience we will discuss how to buy, how to sell and how to store your Bitcoin. ASK your questions!
For those more experienced, this is an opportunity to assi(…)
Meditation Explained : Short Talk & Guided Meditation
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: InnerSpace Meditation
Meditation Explained : Short Talk & Guided Meditation
Tuesdays 6pm-7pm
Just RELAX !
A short talk to explain how a more peaceful thought process creates many benefits in practical everyday life.
Followed by a guided meditation session. There will be soft music & spoken word meditations to gently guide your thoughts to create an experience of peace.
BEGINNERS WELCOME.
Being peaceful is the first ste(…)
Regular meetup – welcome all comers!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: The Curlers Rest
Come along and ask at the bar which table the mandarin group are sitting at :)(…)
French Meetup in the pub (Glasgow Westend)
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The French Horn
Salut ! Si vous prenez plaisir à parler la langue français, alors rejoignez cet événement a “The French Horn” á Great Western road. C’est un nouveau bar /bistro avec une menu parisienne. Ce rendez-vous est pour tous les niveaux de débutants á natifs. C’est l’occasion de parler français avec un groupe amical.
Si vous avez des symptômes d’un infection de la COVID-19, ne venez pas.
Il y aura une tire(…)
ATYN’s Life Drawing Club • Sloans | Glasgow
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Sloans
*Welcome!*
BOOKING: Please [book your tickets on Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/all-the-young-nudes-life-drawing-club-sloans-in-glasgow-tickets-394257142727) using this code (M33TuP) at checkout for your discounted Meetup rate. You can also pay on the door if arriving with the group, but be sure to RSVP here for the discount.
Welcome to our weekly life drawing club every Monday eveni(…)
Critical Drinking: Glasgow Skeptics Festive Social Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: The Admiral Woods
So, we’re not daft enough to try and book in a speaker this close to Chrimbo.
Instead, anyone with nothing better to do can come join us for some festive drinkies and a chit chat.
We’ve got a table booked in the main bar area of our spiritual home, The Admiral Woods Bar.
HO HO HOOOOOPE to see you there!(…)
West End Intercambio English/Español @ Tennent’s
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Tennents Byres Road Glasgow
Hola!
UPDATE MAY 2023
Hola a todos! From Monday 8th May, Monday evenings will be upstairs at Curlers and Thursdays evenings in Tennent’s!
As you enter Tennent’s from Byres Rd entrance, we normally have the 2 tables on the left reserved.
FAQs
*What level is required to come along?*
The group is open to and attended by everyone, from beginners through to natives, though it does help to have eve(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Glasgow is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Glasgow on Visitscotland.com, Visitscotland.org, or Peoplemakeglasgow.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Glasgow, Scotland
Strathclyde University History and Politics Society Winter Ball 2024
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Get ready for a night of fun, laughter, and dancing at the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel with the History and Politics society!
DOSS: LIVE AT STEREO
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Stereo
Doss take on Glasgow’s Stereo on the 21st of December. Join us for our biggest hometown headliner gig to date, it’ll be a big ol’ rammy!
Hope: A Musicians In Exile Concert
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Govan and Linthouse Parish Church
Join us for an inspiring evening where refugee and asylum-seeker musicians share stories of resilience and unity through music.
Buff Club Presents – Super Troupers Xmas Disco!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Buff Club
A festive celebration of ABBA
DEACON BLUES Tribute to Deacon Blue
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Bungalow
Deacon Blues return to The Bungalow Live for Christmas
Dheema – Tamil / Mallu / Desi – Traffic Light Party
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Classic Grand
Get ready to have fun at our Dheema Traffic Light Party – wear red if taken, yellow if it’s complicated, and green if you’re single
Glasgow Business Club Christmas Lunch
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: House for an Art Lover
Join us for a networking lunch at Glasgow Business Club to connect with fellow professionals and grow your business contacts.
Mooney ft. Chloe Hawkins, sonorous & Disco Mary
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Nice N Sleazy
Join us as we launch or first EP along side some of the most talented acts Glasgow has to offer!
Duende x Decades of Dub
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: EXIT
A night of wordly sound system music
Hayburn Park Festive Gathering
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Partick Burgh Hall
Join us for a family friendly festive gathering with bring a dish buffet, ceilidh, carols, disco and a hunt for those pesky elves.
Kimpton Blythswood Square Christmas Movie Showing -The Grinch
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel
Join us at Kimpton Blythswood Square for a festive Christmas movie night featuring the classic film, The Grinch!
Glitterbomb Glasgow Presents SEASON 6 TAKEOVER – ages 18+
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: AXM Glasgow
Glitterbomb Presents SEASON 6 TAKEOVER
Crookston Hotel Xmas Party Night – Friday 20th December 2024
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Crookston Hotel
Kick off the Christmas Festivities with us here at the Crookston Hotel! Food, WIne, Music and More!
Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Glasgow Cathedral
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of Glasgow Cathedral.
Santa’s Naughtiest List: a Sex Positive Pub Quiz! (18+)
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Queen Margaret Union
Join us for a night of cheeky, sex-positive fun as we wrap up the year with trivia, performances, and festive mischief!
The Royal Christmas Ball 4pm
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Crossbasket Castle
Join your favourite princesses for an Enchanted Christmas ball!
Ciar Nixon SINGLE LAUNCH @ The Hug & Pint
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: The Hug and Pint
Come celebrate Ciar Nixon’s new single release at The Hug & Pint – with support from Rachel and Holli!
Gershwin’s Christmas Jazz Piano by Candlelight – ‘Rhapsody in White’
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: St George’s Tron Church of Scotland
Swinging, toe-tapping and festive tour of jazz piano alongside jazz improv after Christmas carols and films by our award-winning pianist
Yiamas X Swally wine tastings
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Yiamas Greek Taverna
Join us for a fun social evening at Yiamas for meze, wine tasting and games with Swaally!
Mearns Castle Golf Academy B2B Golf Networking – Xmas Breakfast
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Mearns Castle Golf Academy
Join us for a festive morning of golf networking at Mearns Castle Golf Academy – breakfast included!