TonightMusic20:00
Scottish Grassroots Showcase
King Tut's Wah Wah Hut · City Centre
"Walk the iconic stairs and catch three local indie bands before they inevitably move to London."
£10Venue ↗
Wednesday, October 7
Tonight Nearby Glasgow
Gigs, Gags, and Subculture Sweats in Glasgow
Tonight, quickly
Wednesday night is for basement gigs, experimental cinema, and discovering your new favourite Scottish indie band before they blow up. Keep it cheap with local showcases at King Tut's or catch mid-week laughs at The Stand.
This weekend · Oct 9–Oct 11
This weekend brings heavy warehouse bass to SWG3, legendary house selections to the Sub Club, and late-night cult classics to the GFT. Don't forget to nurse your Sunday hangover wandering the stalls at the Barras.
What's on tonight
Comedy20:30
The Wednesday Show
The Stand Glasgow · West End
"The best value mid-week laugh in town, featuring a mix of seasoned pros testing material and local up-and-comers."
£6Venue ↗
Art18:00
Autumn Contemporary Exhibition
CCA Glasgow · City Centre
"A zero-cost cultural flex before hitting the Saramago Cafe Bar downstairs for a pint."
FreeVenue ↗
Nightlife21:00
Wednesday Wax DJs
Nice N Sleazy · City Centre
"Sticky floors, cheap white Russians, and an impeccably curated vinyl set in Glasgow's favourite dive bar."
Free entryVenue ↗
Film19:45
CineMasters Screening
Glasgow Film Theatre · City Centre
"Because watching an indie auteur's masterpiece in an Art Deco cinema beats scrolling Netflix at home."
£10.50Venue ↗
Music19:30
Live Music & Vegan Scran
The Hug and Pint · West End
"A tiny, sweaty basement gig paired with some of the best Asian-inspired vegan food in the country."
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Music19:00
DIY Gigs & Zine Distro
Stereo · City Centre
"The beating heart of Glasgow's alternative scene, complete with underground noise rock and cheap entry."
£8Venue ↗
Theatre19:30
Autumn Season: Main Stage
Tron Theatre · Trongate
"Bold, contemporary Scottish drama in one of the city's most creatively daring spaces."
From £12Venue ↗
The weekend ahead
ComedyFri · 20:30
Friday Night Weekend Showcase
The Stand Glasgow · West End
"The flagship weekend show—book well ahead because this practically always sells out."
£18Venue ↗
FilmFri · 23:00
Late Night Cult Classic
Glasgow Film Theatre · City Centre
"A 11pm Friday screening of a cult favourite with a crowd that actually respects the silence."
£10.50Venue ↗
NightlifeSat · 23:00
Subculture with Harri & Domenic
Sub Club · City Centre
"The longest-running weekly house music residency in the world for a very, very good reason."
£15Venue ↗
NightlifeSat · 22:00
Warehouse Club Night
SWG3 · Finnieston
"Massive industrial techno energy in the Galvanizers space—wear trainers you don't care about."
£20Venue ↗
MusicSat · 19:00
Saturday Night Headliner
Barrowland Ballroom · East End
"The bouncy sprung floor, the neon sign, the legendary acoustics—there is simply no better gig venue in the UK."
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TheatreFri · 19:30
Friday Night Drama
Citizens Theatre · Southside
"Catch gritty, world-class theatre in the Gorbals at the beautifully redeveloped Citz."
From £15Venue ↗
MusicSun · 14:00
Sunday Afternoon Jazz & Scran
Mono · Merchant City
"Cure your weekend sins with a vegan seitan burger and chilled out live jazz."
Free entryVenue ↗
MarketSun · 10:00
The Weekend Barras
Barras Market · East End
"An absolute Glasgow institution; haggle for antiques, grab a donut, and soak in the unfiltered East End atmosphere."
FreeVenue ↗
Glasgow going-out FAQ
✦What's on in Glasgow tonight?
On a Wednesday, your best bets are checking out grassroots indie gigs at King Tut's or The Hug and Pint, catching experimental theatre at the Tron, or hitting The Stand for their cheap mid-week comedy showcases.
✦Free things to do in Glasgow this weekend?
Wandering the Barras Market in the East End is a must-do free Sunday activity. You can also catch free contemporary art exhibitions at the CCA in the City Centre or Tramway in the Southside.
✦Best live music in Glasgow tonight?
For emerging talent, King Tut's, Stereo, and Nice N Sleazy are the most reliable spots. For major touring acts, check who is playing the Barrowland Ballroom or SWG3.
✦Where to find LGBTQ+ friendly nights?
Stereo, Mono, and Nice N Sleazy are ultra-inclusive daily staples. For late-night clubbing, check the listings at SWG3 and The Berkeley Suite, which host massive recurring queer parties.
✦How to get cheap event tickets?
The GFT offers excellent under-25 and student discounts. For live music, stick to local showcases at venues like The Hug and Pint which rarely top £10. The Stand's Wednesday showcases are also a steal at £6.
✦Are there late-night transport options?
The Glasgow Subway shuts down infuriatingly early (around 11:30 PM, and 6:00 PM on Sundays!). If you're out late, rely on night buses, pre-booked private hires, or black cabs from designated city centre ranks.