Cheers to the weekend, especially when it's an extra-long one. And lucky for us? There are plenty of great events, bars and restaurants to make it a fun-filled few days. From cracking cabaret nights to indulgent cocktail bars, we've lined up the crème de la crème. Don't let that additional Monday off go to waste; check out the best things to do in Glasgow over the May bank holiday weekend here.
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Located on Argyle Street, Sloans is the place to be for all your bank holiday fun. These guys host a Friday night ceilidh every single week, where for as little as £16 per person you can dance the night away to a live band. What's more, you can attend a comedy show on the Sunday, which comes complete with a sumptuous roast dinner, all for just £26.
Can you really have a bank holiday without a bit of a party? Spend the three-day weekend drinking and dancing at Revolution, as the lively spot is set to bring its finest DJs and the best cocktail mixers on board. Even better, you'll have an extra day off to nurse that head of yours.
The Social is coming in hot with all kinds of fun things to do in Glasgow this bank holiday weekend. Get on your glad rags and shimmy on over to dance the night away to DJs blasting tunes from the decks on Sunday, as well as nurse that hangover with live music come Monday.
There's never a dull moment at Delmonicas, especially when a long weekend is coming up. Head on over to this poppin' venue for some of the best Glasgow May bank holiday events going, from Go Hard Or Go Homo Saturdays to Drag-Aoke Mondays.
A Mediterranean-inspired venue with a lineup of quirky activities to choose from, there's all sorts of fun events taking place at ARTÀ across both May bank holidays. We're talking stand-up comedy nights with some of the UK's best comedians, Spanish-themed afternoon teas featuring live music and ABBA tribute nights, with a talented duo providing the tunes while you tuck into a two course meal. Even better? tickets start from as little as £10 to these fun outings.
If you're looking for fun things to do this May bank holiday in Glasgow, check out The Corinthian's lineup of events. Not only is it hosting cabaret nights, epic DJ sets and live music performances, but also boozy brunch deals.
With a distinctly Spanish vibe, Cubatas is giving you sexy tapas dishes in the heart of Finnieston. Head here for a sociable dinner or a date night which will have you bonding over delicious sharing plates washed down with sangria or a cracking cocktail.
A long bank holiday weekend calls for a night on the tiles, don't you think? So put on your glad rags and make your way over to Manuka for one of its epic clubbing events, like its early May bank holiday terazzo party or Saturday bonanzas.
Not sure what to do over the May bank holiday in Glasgow? Grab a mate and have a catch up at BrewDog Merchant City, a brilliant bar that's home to 30 taps of tasty craft beer and delicious US-style soul food, including wings, burgers and fries. Plus, you can even get stuck into beer school experiences complete with five 1/3 pint tastings and a cheese board pairing for just £25 each.
@ Glasgow Central Station on Various dates from Monday 23rd December 2024
The Great Game Outdoor Treasure Hunts are a great choice for getting outside this bank holiday, and you may even learn a little more about this city. You'll be given a map, compass and clues to solve as a team, which will lead you to your grand prize at the end - a mystery pub where a table will be booked and waiting for you. Even better? You'll get 20% of your bill at the end.
@ Flight Club Glasgow on Various dates from Saturday 28th December 2024
Kick off your bank holiday weekend early with a boozy brunch social at Flight Club in the city centre. This quirky, fairground-themed bar is offering two-hour sessions where you'll receive a whole bottle of prosecco each, as well as unlimited sharing paddles of delicious pizza. You'll spend the first half of this event getting competitive on their electronic dartboards, which offer all kinds off fun minigames and add up the scores for you, before relaxing in the bar with more tasty slices.
Maggie's Rock N Rodeo in Merchant City never disappoints, and they've got two high-energy events to choose from across the May bank holidays. Their cowboy ceilidh takes place on Friday nights, promising a line dancing lesson, live country music and DJ sets, with a mechanical bull ride thrown into your £8 ticket. And if you fancy something a little more raucous? then head to their cowboy strip shows on Saturday nights.
Hillhead Bookclub is a purveyor of parties, offering you some rollicking May bank holiday events in Glasgow. From wild brunches and drag bingo to ping pong sessions and DJ nights, this joint is sure to set you up right for the long weekend.
@ The Glee Club Glasgow on Every Friday
Have an absolute barrel of laughs over at The Glee Club's Friday Night Comedy events. Be entertained by four brilliant stand-up comedians as they crack you up with their hilarious sets. And while you watch? Indulge in tasty food and drink.
