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Celtic Connections banishes winter blues as it begins in Glasgow

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

King sends a Birthday Message to Glaswegians

The King and Queen have sent a message to the people of Glasgow praising the city for its fascinating history, rich culture and centuries of resilience as it celebrates its 850th birthday.

Glasgow 850: A Year-Long Celebration Begins with Interfaith Service in Glasgow Cathedral

Last night, Glasgow Cathedral hosted an inspiring interfaith service to kick off Glasgow 850, a year-long celebration marking the 850th anniversary of the city's Burgh status.

Glasgow International Comedy Festival Announces Full Line Up For Biggest Ever Event

Glasgow International Comedy Festival (GICF) has unveiled the line up for the 2025 festival, which will be its biggest ever event, with over 550 shows taking place in venues across the city.

Glasgow International Comedy Festival Announce Comedy Commission with the Alasdair Gray Archive

Alan Bissett, Ashley Storrie and Christopher MacArthur-Boyd to create responses to the Alasdair Gray Archive as part of Glasgow 850.

Citizens Asked to Step Forward to Volunteer for Glasgow 850

Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are being sought to support the celebrations around Glasgow 850's yearlong programme of activities, next year.

​​​​​​​Celebrated Comedy Actress Elaine C Smith set to be given Freedom of the City of Glasgow

Iconic comedy actress Elaine C Smith is set to be awarded the Freedom of the City as part of Glasgow's 850th birthday celebrations.

Celtic Connections to shine bright this winter as 2025 programme and special Glasgow 850 concert announced

The festival's iconic annual Opening Concert is set to live up to expectations with an epic marking of Glasgow 850, heralding the start of the city's year-long 850th birthday celebration.

​​​​​​​Culture and Cuisine are on the Menu as main Glasgow 850 Programme Announced

With just 100 days to go until Glasgow starts its yearlong birthday celebration, details have been announced on what people can get involved in throughout 2025.

City Unveils New Birthday Brand to Mark 850th Year

Glasgow City Council has revealed the new brand behind its plans to mark the city's 850th birthday, in 2025.

New Glasgow 850 Festival Fund Launched to Support Local Talent and Communities

A new £100,000 cultural fund has been launched as part Glasgow's 850th celebrations next year.

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