Glasgow

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.

A series of themed weekly events at The Polo Lounge, including Love Mondays, Poparazzi Tuesday, Lollipop Wednesdays, Queer Fridays, and XO Sundays, with various activities and entertainment.

Polo Lounge

The Polo Lounge

Freshers 2026

Your first lesson - Queer joy is forever. Join Lola Fierce and DJ Steve Le Mash for a night of unapologetic chaos.

Polo Lounge Academy

Love Mondays

Polo Glasgow

A party celebrating queer joy with live performances and music.

Tutorial, how to turn that dancefloor, with DJ David. First, sing-a-long with Guitaroke hosted by Eustace.

Paparazzi Tuesday

A party featuring dancefloor tutorials, DJ music, and sing-alongs.

The biggest and longest running LGBTQIA+ Student night. Queer your quarters with amazing prizes to be won. Don't miss Broadway Babies with Mel Dean in Riding Room - this one's for the drama queens!

Lollipop Wednesdays

A LGBTQIA+ student party with prizes and a Broadway performance.

Community pride event in Portobello with celebrations, performances, and activities.

Portobello

Porty Pride

The library is open! Madame Jo playing her ultimate back catalogue of pop dance remixes Join Tom for his evening of unscripted Showtunes & Filth.

Y2Gay

A party featuring pop dance remixes and a live show with showtunes and edgy performances.

Buff Bingo Drag Brunch at Delmonicas in Glasgow features high-energy drag performances, delicious brunch options, drinks vouchers, and games with prizes up to £200. The event includes DJ sets, dancing, and is suitable for guests aged 18 and over. It takes place on September 19, 2026, from 12:00 to 16:00.

Buff Bingo Drag Brunch

Delmonicas

Meet your clique, your chosen family starts here! 4 rooms, 4 bars and dancing til 4am. Assemble in Riding Room for variety cabaret showcase from 7pm.

Queer Fridays

A lively all-night party with multiple rooms, bars, dancing until dawn, and a cabaret showcase.

Detention! Where the bad bxtches come to play. Wear the baddest outft and collect your horns on the way in. Riding Room cabaret in session from 7pm.

Sinner Saturdays

A party for LGBTQ+ people with cabaret performances and a fun, playful atmosphere.

No sleep for the wicked, pucker up and join DJ Andy playing disco winch classics through the decades.

XO Sundays

A party with DJ Andy playing classic disco music at Polo Lounge Academy.

Portobello's annual community pride event with celebrations and activities.

Join us for a lively Saturday afternoon at the Speakeasy's Trophy Room in Glasgow for a free Day Disco event. DJ Suav Gav will be spinning disco tunes from 4 PM to 8 PM, creating the perfect atmosphere to dance and enjoy the weekend. Whether you're a disco enthusiast or looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday, this event offers great music, drinks, and a vibrant social scene.

Speakeasy

Day Disco with DJ Suav Gav

Saddle up, sugar! We're serving c'ntry all night long with live line dancing demos and free bandanas for every cowboy, cowgirl and country cutie through the door. Expect all y'all favourites from Dolly, Shania, Miley, Orville, Trixie and a whole wagon-load more. 'Er be enough country anthems to shake the dust off your boots. YeeHaw!

Hoedown Throwdown Cuntry Night

A country-themed party with live line dancing demos, free bandanas, and country music hits.

Category Is Books

South Asian Queer Book Club

A community book club for queer readers interested in South Asian literature.

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

An informal group discussion about understanding and exploring asexuality.

Join the Buff Bingo Drag Brunch at Delmonicas in Glasgow on October 3, 2026, from 12:00 to 16:00. Enjoy high-energy drag performances, delicious brunch options, four drinks vouchers, and the chance to win prizes worth up to £200. The event features DJ sets, dancing, bingo, games, and fabulous buff butler service. The venue is wheelchair accessible, and attendees must be 18+ with valid ID. Pre-order food by contacting hello@brunchfabulous.uk at least one week in advance.

Celebrate Polo Lounge's 30th birthday with a daytime disco event featuring all the biggest anthems from the 60s to the 00s, including artists like Madonna, Prince, Queen, and ABBA. The event takes place on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, from 15:00 to 19:30 at 84 Wilson Street, Glasgow. Tickets are priced at £5 and include a welcome drink. The event is suitable for all dancing abilities and welcomes group bookings. For more information or to book tickets, visit the provided links.

Day Disco: Polo’s 30th Birthday

The Great Scottish Run is a major running event scheduled for October 5, 2026, in Glasgow. It features a 10Km race and a Half Marathon, attracting participants from across the region. The event offers a festive atmosphere with routes through the city, and provides an opportunity for runners of various levels to compete and enjoy the scenic course.

George Square, Glasgow

Great Scottish Run

Glasgow FrontRunners

Join the Pussycat Dolls for their pre and after party at Delmonicas on October 7, 2026. The event features playing all your favorite tracks and is free to attend. The venue is located at 68 Virginia Street, Merchant City, Glasgow City Centre.

Pussycat Dolls Pre & After Party

Discussion of 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' by James Baldwin. Canonically important queer books (not all old stuff by white people).

Queer Classics Club - Go Tell It on the Mountain

A book discussion event focused on the queer classic novel "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin.

Join us for Drag Bingo at Charlie’s Loft on October 10, 2026, from 1 PM to 5 PM. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with drag queen bingo hosted by Rujazzle, featuring three games, fabulous prizes, hilarious performances, and lively bingo calls. The event includes a DJ after the games, and attendees can make a day of it by booking dinner at F Pizza nearby. Early bird tickets are available for £5 plus booking fees. Over 18s only. The venue is located at 16 Stewart Street, Milngavie G62 6BW.

Charlies Loft

Drag Bingo at Charlie’s Loft

A lively drag brunch event featuring high-energy performances, delicious brunch options, drinks vouchers, bingo games with prizes up to £200, DJ sets, and dancing. The event takes place at Delmonicas in Glasgow on October 17, 2026, from 12:00 to 16:00, with a schedule including arrival, drinks service, performances, games, and dancing. Attendees must be 18+ with valid ID, and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Pre-orders for food are recommended, and tickets can be purchased online.

The Scottish Queer International Film Festival (SQIFF) will be held from October 19 to October 24, 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland. The festival features a selection of LGBTQIA+ films, including short films with involvement from LGBTQIA+ communities. It offers opportunities for filmmakers to submit their work and promotes accessibility and inclusivity in film exhibition. The event is supported by various funders, partners, and venue partners, and includes activities such as film screenings, discussions, and community engagement.

Various venues across Glasgow

Scottish Queer International Film Festival

The Scottish Queer International Film Festival (SQIFF) will be held in Glasgow from October 19th to 24th, 2026, showcasing LGBTQIA+ films.

Glasgow venues

SQIFF 2026 Film Festival

SQIFF

Join the Glasgow FrontRunners for their monthly run event on October 20, 2026. The event features social running sessions suitable for all abilities, led by qualified Jog Leaders. Participants can choose from various routes and distances, including 5km, 7.5km, 10km, and 15km, with options for specific paces. The runs start at The ARC (GCU), with gatherings beginning at 6:15 PM and the run setting off at 6:30 PM. After the run, there are opportunities for socializing and a monthly social gathering on the first Thursday of each month. The event promotes community, fitness, and fun for runners of all levels.

Glasgow City Centre (exact venue revealed to ticket holders)

Glasgow FrontRunners Monthly Run

Join the weekly running session organized by Glasgow FrontRunners for members and visitors.

Glasgow FrontRunners Club

Glasgow FrontRunners Weekly Run

The Scottish Queer International Film Festival (SQIFF) returns to Glasgow with a lineup showcasing queer storytelling from Scotland and beyond.

SQIFF 2025 Festival

Join the Day Disco: Halloween Special at Polo Lounge in Glasgow on Saturday, October 31st, 2026. The event runs from 15:00 to 19:30 and features a playlist of classic hits from the 60s to the 90s, including artists like Madonna, Prince, Queen, and ABBA. Tickets are priced at £5 and include a welcome drink. The venue is located at 84 Wilson Street, Merchant City, Glasgow, G1 1UZ, and is known for its inclusive, LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere. Attendees are encouraged to dance, request songs, and enjoy a lively celebration suitable for all dancing abilities. Group bookings are welcome, and the event is perfect for celebrating birthdays, engagements, or just a fun day out.

Day Disco: Halloween Special

Join us for a lively Day Disco at Speakeasy in Glasgow on Saturday, October 31st, 2026. From 4 PM to 8 PM, DJ Suav Gav will be spinning the best disco tracks to keep you dancing. Entry is free, and the event is perfect for disco enthusiasts and anyone looking to enjoy a fun Saturday afternoon with great music and company.

Join us at The Riding Room to celebrate its 14th anniversary with a vibrant lineup of cabaret performances. The event features stunning vocalists, burlesque and boylesque acts, and mesmerizing contortion acts, creating a night full of glamour, surprises, and electric atmosphere. The celebration spans two nights: Friday, November 1st, and Saturday, November 2nd, 2026, with performances hosted by Paul Puppet and featuring various talented performers.

The Riding Room

Riding Room

Riding Room 14th Birthday Celebrations

Join us every week for an evening of live cabaret performances at The Riding Room.

The Corset Club

The Social Hub Glasgow

Weekly Cabaret Night

A night filled with stand-up comedy from top local comedians at The Riding Room.

Comedy Night Special

Experience an evening of astonishing magic and illusions performed by renowned magicians.

Magic & Illusions Show

Buff Bingo Drag Brunch at Delmonicas in Glasgow features high-energy drag performances, delicious brunch options, drinks vouchers, and games with prizes up to £200. The event includes DJ sets and dancing, with scheduled activities from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on November 7, 2026. Attendees must be 18+ with valid ID, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Join the Glasgow Day Disco at Polo Lounge on Saturday, November 7th, from 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Tickets are only £5 and include a welcome drink. Enjoy dancing to the biggest anthems from Mamma Mia, Madonna, Prince, Queen, and more! The event welcomes all dancing abilities and is perfect for celebrating birthdays, engagements, or a fun day out with friends. Group bookings are available. The Polo Lounge is an LGBTQ+ inclusive safe space located at 84 Wilson Street, Merchant City, Glasgow.

Mamma Mia, It’s a Day Disco

Launch event for the 2026 LGBT+ History Month theme, hosted by Schools Out, held at Burlington House, Piccadilly, London.

Burlington House

2026 Theme Launch Evening for LGBT+ History Month

Discussion of 'Hurricane Season' by Fernanda Melchor. Canonically important queer books (not all old stuff by white people).

Queer Classics Club - Hurricane Season

A book club discussion focused on the queer novel 'Hurricane Season' by Fernanda Melchor.

Participate in the city's annual marathon event suitable for runners of all levels.

Annual Glasgow City Marathon

Glasgow City Council

Participate in the Rainbow Relay, a vibrant team race promoting inclusivity.

Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow

Rainbow Relay Race

The Glasgow Barber Bash is an event focused on barber culture, education, and socialising, taking place at Box Hub in Glasgow on 15 November 2026. The event features main stage presentations from world-class barbers, barber battles including Fast Fade, Anything Goes, and a new Design & Patterns Battle, with prizes for top winners. Attendees can enjoy exhibitor stands showcasing barber brands, tools, and clothing, and participate in networking and shopping opportunities. Doors open at 1:30 PM, with the main stage starting at 2:15 PM, and the event concludes at 8:30 PM. Tickets start at GBP 33, with VIP options available for early access and goodie bags.

Glasgow Barber Bash - Barber Culture, Education & Socialising

Celebrate the achievements of Glasgow FrontRunners members at the annual awards event.

Glasgow City Park

Annual Glasgow FrontRunners Awards Night

An exclusive themed night at The Corset Club featuring live performances and special guest DJs.

The Corset Club Special Night

An evening of lively cabaret performances showcasing local talent.

Cabaret Night

A night dedicated to stand-up comedy featuring emerging comedians from Glasgow.

Comedy Showcase

Buff Bingo Drag Brunch at Delmonicas in Glasgow features high-energy drag performances, delicious brunch options, drinks vouchers, and games with prizes up to £200. The event includes DJ sets, dancing, and a lively atmosphere, running from 12:00 to 16:00 on November 21, 2026. Attendees must be 18+ with valid ID, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Celebrate the holidays with Bingo Huns featuring Bailey J Mills.

Bingo Huns Christmas Edition - BAILEY J MILLS

Join us for a lively Saturday afternoon at Speakeasy's Trophy Room for a free Day Disco event featuring DJ Suav Gav. The event runs from 4 PM to 8 PM on Saturday, November 28th, 2026. Enjoy the best disco beats in a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for dancing and socializing. The venue offers an extensive drinks selection and a welcoming environment in the Merchant City area of Glasgow.

A casual discussion group about understanding and exploring asexuality.

Buff Bingo Drag Brunch at Delmonicas in Glasgow offers high-energy drag performances, delicious brunch options, drinks vouchers, and games with prizes up to £200. The event features DJ sets, dancing, and a lively atmosphere, with scheduled activities from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Attendees must be 18+ with valid ID, and the venue is wheelchair accessible. The event occurs on December 5, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM and ending at 4:00 PM.

Join us at the Polo Lounge in Glasgow for Day Disco: Festive Frolics on Saturday, December 5th, 2026. The event runs from 15:00 to 19:30 and features a lively disco party playing hits from the 60s to the 90s, including artists like Madonna, Prince, Queen, and ABBA. Tickets are priced at £5 and include a welcome drink. Whether you're celebrating a December birthday, engagement, or just looking for a fun day out with friends or colleagues, this event is perfect for all dancing abilities. Group bookings are welcome. The Polo Lounge is an LGBTQ+ inclusive safe space located at 84 Wilson Street, Merchant City, Glasgow.

Day Disco: Festive Frolics

Discussion of 'Stone Butch Blues' by Leslie Feinberg. Canonically important queer books (not all old stuff by white people).

Queer Classics Club - Stone Butch Blues

A book discussion event focused on the important queer novel "Stone Butch Blues" by Leslie Feinberg.

Join us for an energetic Saturday afternoon at Speakeasy's Trophy Room in Glasgow for a free Day Disco event. DJ Suav Gav will be spinning the finest disco beats from 4 PM to 8 PM on Saturday, December 19th, 2026. Enjoy great music, dance under the shimmer of the mirrorball, and have a fun start to your weekend.

Join us at Polo Lounge on December 26th for Queer Fridays: Boxing Day Bonanza, featuring cabaret performances, DJs, four rooms, four bars, and extended opening hours until 5am. Doors open at 7pm, with special acts including Prom Divas with Mel, and later, variety cabaret performances by Minnie Knot, Vendetta Vain, and The Flying Fox, hosted by Paul Puppet. Entry is free until 11pm. The event celebrates LGBTQ+ inclusivity with a vibrant party atmosphere in Glasgow's renowned venue.

Queer Fridays: Boxing Day Bonanza

Celebration event with details on entry, dress code, ticket sales, and timing for Hogmanay 2026.

Hogmanay FAQ's 2026

Celebrate the New Year with a lively party at The Polo Lounge, featuring music, dancing, and festive drinks.

LGBTQ+ Events in Glasgow

Tomorrow

Freshers 2026

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Love Mondays

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Paparazzi Tuesday

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Lollipop Wednesdays

Porty Pride

Friday, September 18, 2026

Y2Gay

Tomorrow

Freshers 2026

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Love Mondays

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Paparazzi Tuesday

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Lollipop Wednesdays

Porty Pride

Friday, September 18, 2026

Y2Gay

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