Your April 2026 guide to Glasgow’s best LGBTQ+ parties, drag shows, bars, cafes, and inclusive sports clubs—what to do and where to go all month.

April 2026 LGBTQ+ Nights in Glasgow

Best LGBTQ+ Nights and Events in Glasgow: April 2026 Guide

Glasgow

Light-hearted bar for karaoke, quizzes and DJ parties at the heart of the local gay community.

Delmonicas

The Corset Club is a bar in Glasgow. Located at 49-53 Virginia Street, The Jacobean Bldg, Glasgow G1 1TS, UK.

The Corset Club

Happening gay bar & lounge with a patio dishing up classic pub grub, beer & cocktails.

The Gallery Bar

Basement bar at the Italian Centre featuring cocktails and live entertainment, from drag to karaoke.

Katie's Bar

Merchant Pride is a bar in Glasgow. Located at 20 Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1LD, UK.

Merchant Pride

Refined mezzanine lounge and basement dance floor with nights catering to most musical tastes.

Polo Lounge

Burlesque, cabaret and magic performances 7 nights a week in a design conscious vintage style bar.

The Riding Room

Stylized drinking den with booths, homely food, retro tunes and modern takes on classic cocktails.

Speakeasy

Welcoming bar with background tunes from a free jukebox with karaoke, DJs and drag queen bingo.

The Underground

Long-standing gay pub for drawing drinkers of all ages with stained glass and muted red/gold facade.

The Waterloo Bar

Sophisticated townhouse hotel with original Victorian features, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.

15 Glasgow

Brawsome Bagels is a shop in Glasgow. Located at 292 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G11 6TD, UK.

Brawsome Bagels

Category Is Books is a shop in Glasgow. Located at 34 Allison St, Glasgow G42 8NN, UK.

Category Is Books

Fulton's is a restaurant in Glasgow. Located at 354-356 Victoria Rd, Glasgow G42 8YW, UK.

Fulton's

Long-established, outdoor, weekend market for bric-a-brac, vintage goods and antiques.

Glasgow Pride Shop (Barras Market)

Rustic interiors with classic café breakfast and lunch fare including vegan and gluten-free options.

Rose & Grants

Transylvania Shop and Coffee is a restaurant in Glasgow. Located at 462 Victoria Rd, Govanhill, Glasgow G42 8YU, UK.

Transylvania Shop and Coffee

Ushi’s Coffee Corner is a restaurant in Glasgow. Located at 182 W Regent St, Glasgow G2 4RU, UK.

Ushi’s Coffee Corner

Gay men-only spa complex with sauna, steam room and jacuzzi, plus a snack bar and free WiFi.

Pipeworks Men's Health Spa

LGBT Youth Scotland is a shop in Glasgow. Located at 3/2, 30 Bell St, Glasgow G1 1LG, UK.

LGBT Youth Scotland

Glasgow boasts a warm, down-to-earth queer community anchored in the lively bars and clubs of Merchant City and the West End, while also embracing arts, activism and grassroots culture.

An entertaining Saturday night with Deano Monsoon.

Saturday Night Live with Deano Monsoon

An energetic Saturday night performance by Serena Weir.

Saturday Night Live with Serena Weir

Join Zjawa for karaoke night at The Corset Club.

Karaoke Saturday with Zjawa

Bookshop Opening Hours

A community bookshop is open for browsing and shopping from Thursday to Sunday.

A relaxed and experimental workshop exploring how doll-making can serve as a form of self-expression and a way to access complex notions of gender and queerness. Participants will be provided with materials, including needles, thread, and embellishments, and will follow a simple pattern, encouraging personal flair. The session aims to record outcomes (with consent) for a zine about queer embodiment and expression, supporting trans healthcare funds. The event is free, with optional donations to support Glasgow Autonomous Space.

The Social Hub Glasgow

Protect the Dolls: Queer Embodiment Through Doll-Making Workshop

Glasgow Autonomous Space

Our Lounge doors swing open for cocktails and fizz with dean_munch on keys.

The Polo Lounge

Sinner Saturdays: Eurovision Edition - Piano Bar

Polo Glasgow

A karaoke-style piano bar with cocktails and live music featuring dean_munch.

A weekly piano lounge event featuring live piano performances.

Piano Lounge

Join us for a weekly Saturday afternoon piano bar at Polo Lounge in Glasgow. The event features live piano performances by Dean Cargill from 4pm to 6pm, with Broadway anthems and classics. The lounge opens at 2:30pm, transforming into a vibrant piano bar. Attendees can enjoy delicious cocktails, including a special cocktail masterclass offering three cocktails for £19.95 per person. The event is a lively, LGBTQ+ inclusive space located at 84 Wilson Street, Merchant City, Glasgow.

Piano Lounge at Polo Lounge

Eurovision Watch Party with missbellahouston until late. It’s scorecard showdown! Not to miss!

Sinner Saturdays: Eurovision Edition - Eurovision Watch Party

Experience an unforgettable live performance by Zayn Malik at the prestigious OVO Hydro in Glasgow on May 16th, 2026, starting at 6:30 PM. This event promises an electrifying atmosphere with top-tier entertainment, attracting fans of live music and performances. Early booking is recommended to secure your spot for this must-attend concert of the season.

OVO Hydro

Zayn Malik at OVO Hydro

Resident DJ’s all night long in Lounge, Club and X bubblekub djdy_official & jordan.alexander89 keeping you dancing til 4am!

Sinner Saturdays: Eurovision Edition - Resident DJs

A party with resident DJs playing music all night long to keep everyone dancing until early morning.

An event focused on transgender masculinity, encouraging participants to share experiences and connect. Scheduled for May 17, 2026, from 14:00 to 16:30.

LGBT Health and Wellbeing

Trans Masc Voice: Bring and Share

A space to chat about all things voice for the trans masc (16+) community.

Enjoy a heartfelt Patsy Cline tribute performance by Suzie Graham, celebrating country classics with live vocals and nostalgic vibes. The event takes place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 16:00 to 19:00 at Katie's Bar in Glasgow, offering an intimate setting to experience timeless hits and a feel-good atmosphere.

Katies Bar

Patsy Cline Tribute Show

Join us for Oyster Fridays with live music, fresh oysters, and a vibrant atmosphere. Perfect for seafood lovers and weekend starters.

Oyster Friday

Afters party with 3 rooms, £1.90 drinks and FREE ENTRY with tickets til 11.30pm! Open til 4am

Lipstick Sundays

A late-night party with three rooms, cheap drinks, and free entry for early arrivals.

Join us for an evening of bowling at Bloomsbury Lanes in London.

Bloomsbury

London LGBTQ+ Bowling Meetup

Enjoy a fun evening of bowling at Lane7 The Cube in Birmingham.

Lane7 The Cube

Birmingham LGBTQ+ Bowling Night

Banana Moon

Druma - Han McGee

theomcgeehan

A weekly party with good music and fun times at Bananamoon.

A bookshop is open for browsing and shopping from Thursday to Sunday between 11 am and 5 pm.

Join us for the concert featuring Doja Cat at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on May 21, 2026, starting at 6:30 PM. Experience an extraordinary event with entertainment, community spirit, and memorable moments in a dynamic setting.

Doja Cat at OVO Hydro

Girl group femmedm.uk continue to hold down the dojo every second Wednesday this May, kicking things off tonight from 8:30pm with COURTEZ!

ANGELDOOF at FEMME DM

femmedm.uk

A party featuring girl group femmedm.uk with live music at Banana Moon.

An energetic in-person event featuring drag performances all night long, hot hits spun by DJ Madame Jo, and Juicy drink promos. The party is for attendees aged 18 and over, running from 10:30 PM on May 21, 2026, until 4:00 AM. Tickets can be purchased in advance or paid at the door. The event is organized by Polo Lounge at 84 Wilson Street, Glasgow G1 1UZ.

Doja Cat afterparty hosted by Actavia

A party with drag performances, a DJ, drink promos, and a late-night dance atmosphere.

A vibrant drag queen afterparty hosted by Asia via The Polo Lounge, featuring performances and entertainment.

Drag Queen Afterparty

Asia via The Polo Lounge

A bookshop is open to the public from Thursday to Sunday afternoons.

An LGBTQ+ inclusive event at Polo Lounge in Glasgow, featuring four rooms with different music and entertainment. The night begins at 7pm with cabaret-style variety shows hosted by DJ Paul Puppet, followed by performances from DJs Gav, Kenny D, and David playing pop, chart, and RnB music respectively. The event runs until 4am, with free entry before 11pm and half-price entry for those with Jonathan Van Ness tickets until midnight.

Queer Friday – Join us after Jonathan Van Ness

Popworld Thursdays

Druma - Vs. McCart

A party featuring Vs. McCart at Banana Moon.

A musical bingo event hosted by Thea Bardot.

MUSICAL BINGO WITH THEA BARDOT

The bookshop is open to the public from Thursday to Sunday between 11am and 5pm.

Join us for the weekly Piano Lounge event at Polo Lounge in Glasgow on May 23, 2026, from 14:30 to 18:00. Enjoy an afternoon of live piano music led by Dean Cargill, performing Broadway anthems and classics from 16:00 to 18:00. The event features delicious cocktails, including a cocktail masterclass offering three cocktails for £19.95 per person. Located at 84 Wilson Street, the Polo Lounge is a renowned LGBTQ+ inclusive safe space known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse entertainment.

Piano Lounge - Polo Lounge

Join us at The Piano Lounge for the PinkPantheress Afterparty on May 23, 2026, starting at 14:30 and continuing until 04:00. Enjoy live music from Dean Cargill on keys, cocktails, and fizz. Present your PinkPantheress tickets for half-price entry until 12:00. The event features four rooms with different music genres, including pop, RnB, and dance, with multiple bars and open until 4 AM. The Polo Lounge is an LGBTQ+ inclusive safe space located at 84 Wilson Street, Glasgow.

PinkPantheress Afterparty

A comedy show exploring queer themes at The Corset Club.

Too Queer? Comedy Show

A community bookshop open from 11am to 5pm Thursday through Sunday.

The Gaggiest Brunch in the Merchant City, hosted by Shego Sinner & Venus.

Delmonica's Gag - Me to Brunch

Shego Sinner & Venus

An afternoon of Drag Performances, Games & Audience Participation at Delmonicas, Glasgow, on Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The event offers a lively in-person experience with entertainment and interactive activities. Located at 68 Virginia Street, Glasgow G1 1TX, the event is organized by Delmonica's. Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite, and the event has a no refund policy.

Del's Drag Brunch

Weekly Sunday night event featuring Karaoke, Bingo, drag shenanigans, and DJ Bear.

Sunday Scandals

Bank Holiday UV Neon Party with DJ Andy playing disco classics, dance anthems and gay bar staples. Free glow sticks for all. £2.50 Drinks. Free til 11pm. Free Guestlist til 12 (link in bio).

UV Neon Party

A late-night party with three rooms, cheap drinks, and free entry for early attendees.

Another month of midweek heat, come down for good tunes and good times, brought to you by our resident Dj theomcgeehan

Tuesdays @ Bananamoon - Han McGee + Soup Machine

A weekly party with good music and fun times at Bananamoon hosted by resident DJ theomcgeehan.

Monday night karaoke and live vocals with Daniel & Frans starting at 8pm.

Mic Drop Monday’s!

Druma - Kenny Horne

A party featuring Kenny Horne at Banana Moon.

Join us for the Proud Peers LGBTQ+ Networking Event on May 27, 2026, from 18:30 to 20:30 at The Social Hub in Glasgow. This in-person event offers an opportunity to connect with LGBTQ+ professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships in a welcoming environment. The evening includes networking activities, interviews with LGBTQ+ leaders, community speaking spots, and entertainment by artist Adaora. Accessibility features include wheelchair access, gender-neutral toilets, and various seating options. The event is supported by The Social Hub and Proud Futures, emphasizing inclusivity and community engagement.

Proud Peers - LGBTQ+ Netwerking Event (May)

Proud Futures

Weekly games night with prizes, hosted every Tuesday from 8:30pm.

Top or Bottom Gameshow

A bookstore is open to the public from Thursday to Sunday each week.

Reading: Feast While You Can by Mikaella Clements and Onkuli Datta

Queer Horror Club

thequeerhorrorclub

A queer book club event featuring a reading of "Feast While You Can" by Mikaella Clements and Onkuli Datta.

Drag show featuring resident queens and special guests every Wednesday from 8pm.

GAG Drag Show

A bookshop is open to the public from Thursday to Sunday between 11 am and 5 pm.

Weekly karaoke and quiz night with cash prizes, hosted every Thursday from 9pm.

Quiz-Oke!

A community bookshop is open for browsing from Thursday to Sunday afternoons.

A relaxing piano lounge event from 14:30 to 18:00.

Join us for a lively Saturday afternoon at Speakeasy's Trophy Room in Glasgow for a free Day Disco event. DJ Suav Gav will be spinning the best disco tracks from 4 PM to 8 PM on Saturday, 30th May 2026. Enjoy great music, a vibrant atmosphere, and dance the day away. The event is open to all and free to attend.

Day Disco with DJ Suav Gav

Weekend kickoff with karaoke by Bella Houston at 6pm, followed by DJ Andy at 9pm.

Bella’s Live Jam

An event by The Curtain Collective at The Corset Club.

The Curtain Collective

A bookshop is open to the public from 11am to 5pm Thursday through Sunday.

Saturday afternoon live music from 3pm, drag show at 5pm, followed by DJ Jack till 1am.

BLOW Live Music & Drag Show

Reading: Taiwan Travelogue by Yang Shuang-zi

Literary Queery Book Club

A book club gathering to read and discuss "Taiwan Travelogue" by Yang Shuang-zi.

An afterparty celebrating Marina's event from 21:00 to 04:00.

Marina Afterparty

Join DJ Steve Le Mash at the Marina Afterparty held at Polo Lounge in Glasgow. The event features Marina hits, chart, pop, cheese, dance, and R&B music. Attendees can request their favorite songs and dance until 4am. Entry is free until 11pm, with drinks starting from £1.90. The event runs from June 1st at 21:00 to June 2nd at 04:00.

Edinburgh's annual pride parade and festivities celebrating LGBTQ+ community.

Topping & Company Booksellers, Edinburgh

Pride Edinburgh

Showing all the must-watch action of the 2026 World Cup live.

Vodka Vodka, Glasgow

World Cup 2026 Watch Party

An informal gathering to talk about all things ace-spectrum. At each meeting, we'll have a topic with a few conversation starters, and see where the discussion takes us! This month the topic is: What is asexuality? What does it mean to us? Just bring yourself and your thoughts.

Asexuality Discussion Group

A casual group discussion about understanding and exploring asexuality.

A community bookshop offering open hours from Thursday to Sunday.

Join us for the weekly Piano Lounge event at Polo Lounge in Glasgow on June 6, 2026, from 14:30 to 18:00. Enjoy an afternoon of live piano music led by Dean Cargill, featuring Broadway anthems and classics. The event includes delicious cocktails and optional cocktail masterclasses, offering a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere in a renowned LGBTQ+ safe space located at 84 Wilson Street, Merchant City.

Join us for our weekly Saturday afternoon piano bar at Polo Lounge in Glasgow. The event runs from 14:30 to 18:00, featuring live piano performances by Dean Cargill from 16:00 to 18:00. Enjoy delicious cocktails, Broadway classics, and optional cocktail masterclasses with special offers. The venue is located at 84 Wilson Street, Merchant City, Glasgow.

Boogie down at Glasgow’s Day Disco! We’ll be playing all the biggest anthems from the 60s to the 90s including Madonna, Prince, Queen, ABBA and more! With song requests ALWAYS welcome! Hosted by OG djsuavegav accompanied by the iconic chaotic geezahgobble. We’re here for all dance abilities. Group bookings welcome.

Day Disco Summer Soirée

Club Couture: Open Stage

Pre-show event for Rocky Horror at The Corset Club.

Rocky Horror Picture Pre-Show

A nightclub after-party with three rooms, cheap drinks, and free entry for ticket holders.

Saturday night performance by Roisin McCarney.

Saturday Night Live with Roisin McCarney

Join Rana at Glasgow Zine Library for a workshop exploring Amazigh tattoo art, symbols, and their meanings. The session includes historical context, examination of traditional designs, and participants will create their own designs on card using charcoal and ink. The event emphasizes respect for indigenous cultures and art, with a brief mention of colonial history. Limited to 12 attendees, the workshop is suitable for those interested in indigenous art and tattoo symbolism.

Glasgow Zine Library

Introduction to Amazigh Art

The event is part of the Men’s World Cup 2026 celebrations and will be held at Delmonicas, Glasgow’s iconic gay bar located in Merchant City. The event date is June 11, 2026. Specific start and end times are not provided. For more details, attendees can visit the venue's website.

Men’s World Cup 2026 at Delmonicas

Speakeasy will be showing the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches live on giant screens, featuring electric matchday atmosphere, live music, themed food menus, drinks offers, and special events. Key matches include Haiti vs. Scotland on June 14, Scotland vs. Morocco on June 19, and Scotland vs. Brazil on June 24. Booking is recommended for each Scotland match, with walk-ins available.

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