Glasgow 850

Today (April 2) sees the launch of Taste the Place, a new range of experiences celebrating Glasgow's rich cultural heritage through food.

Clyde Chorus, part of Glasgow 850, is thrilled to unveil its festival showcase acts, featuring an eclectic mix of talent that celebrates Glasgow's rich and diverse musical heritage.

Glasgow's 850th birthday celebrations have taken on a poetic twist with the launch of the Great Big Glasgow Poem, encouraging every Glaswegian to contribute a line to a collective masterpiece, to mark the anniversary.

Celebrated actress and comedy star Elaine C. Smith will be granted the Freedom of the City of Glasgow as part of the city's 850th birthday celebrations, during a civic reception on 7 March 2025.

Glasgow City Council has today announced the first batch of artists who will perform at Clyde Chorus, a three-day long music event celebrating Glasgow's 850th anniversary.

Glasgow 850 is calling on Glaswegians who have gone international to be part of this year's celebrations.

A second phase of the Glasgow 850 Festival Fund is now open for applications, offering another opportunity for existing festivals and events to support the city's birthday year.

Glasgow's Top Visitor Attractions Reward Local Residents with Special Offers to say Than You and Celebrate Glasgow 850.

Glasgow City Council has officially launched its Glasgow 850 programme for 2025, a spectacular year-long celebration marking 850 years since the city gained Burgh status, in 1175, a pivotal moment that shaped the vibrant and unique city we know today.

"World's biggest traditional music session" gets going.