Last updated: 11 November 2024
Ready for holiday fun in Glasgow? Let our guide show you the best festive events! For Glasgow residents and seasonal visitors, our guide is your passport to festive delights.
Popular events this season include Ashton Lane Winter Wonderland, where visitors can explore charming stalls and sip warm drinks in a beautifully decorated setting. Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends will feature live entertainment and family activities, adding a vibrant atmosphere to the holiday spirit. And the Santa’s Woodland Experience is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a magical trail through a winter wonderland filled with delightful surprises. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Glasgow Holiday Light Displays
Beecraigs Starry Nights
- What to Expect
- Immersive outdoor Christmas experience with interactive installations and festive entertainment.
- Description
- Beecraigs Country Park transforms into a twinkling Christmas landscape with stunning light displays, interactive installations, and festive entertainment. Explore beautifully lit forests, festive food villages, and Santa's Grotto amidst classic Starry Night tunnel, Candy Cane Lane, and other magical trail installations.
- Where
- Linlithgow | More Info : Beecraigs Starry Nights
Dean Castle Starry Nights
- What to Expect
- Immersive lighting trail with interactive attractions.
- Description
- Explore a vibrant Christmas light trail at Dean Castle Country Park, featuring immersive lighting, festive sound installations, and interactive attractions like Singing Trees and Santa's Grotto.
- Where
- Kilmarnock | More Info : Dean Castle Starry Nights
Christmas at the Botanics
- What to Expect
- Award-winning light trail with festive lights and seasonal treats.
- Description
- Explore the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's illuminated trail featuring flickering candles, colour-changing lights, and festive sounds. Enjoy seasonal snacks and drinks while strolling through the beautifully lit gardens.
- Where
- Edinburgh | More Info : Christmas at the Botanics
Glasgow Holiday Markets and Shopping
Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends
- What to Expect
- Free family entertainment with a range of activities.
- Description
- Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends offer a variety of free family activities, including festive stilt walkers, magicians, jugglers, balloon modellers, face painting, and music. The event features a Christmas Market, a Christmas Angels and Elves Trail, and special appearances by reindeer. There are also Christmas movies screenings and a Giant Snow Globe for festive photos.
- Where
- Paisley | More Info : Paisley’s Big Christmas Weekends
Traquair House Christmas Fayre
- What to Expect
- Santa's luxurious grotto with early Christmas presents.
- Description
- Traquair House Christmas Fayre features beautifully decorated house, Santa's luxurious grotto, puppet shows, carol singers, silver bands, face painting, and local stalls selling gifts, crafts, and Christmas treats.
- Where
- Innerleithen | More Info : Traquair House Christmas Fayre
Christmas Fair @ George Square
- What to Expect
- A vibrant market in the heart of Glasgow's iconic public square
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of George Square's stunning architecture, this Christmas Fair features charming stalls brimming with handmade gifts, delicious food, and warm drinks. The atmosphere is lively, as entertainment takes place throughout the event, captivating visitors of all ages. Inviting lights adorn the square, enhancing the holiday spirit and creating a delightful environment to explore with family and friends.
- Where
- Glasgow | More Info : Christmas Fair @ George Square
Christmas Fair @ St Enoch Square
- What to Expect
- Open-air market featuring local artisans and seasonal delicacies in a vibrant urban setting.
- Description
- The Christmas Fair at St Enoch Square offers an array of stalls with seasonal goods, delicious treats, and handcrafted gifts. Visitors can wander through the beautifully decorated area while enjoying festive performances and activities for all ages. A lively atmosphere fills the square, creating a delightful spot to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends.
- Where
- Glasgow | More Info : Christmas Fair @ St Enoch Square
Glasgow Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Ashton Lane Winter Wonderland
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly holiday celebration with Santa and reindeer.
- Description
- Ashton Lane transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with Santa and his reindeer, free face painting, live music, and festive food.
- Where
- Glasgow | More Info : Ashton Lane Winter Wonderland
Blairdrummond Christmas Spectacular
- What to Expect
- Interactive Christmas show with storytelling, puppets, and music.
- Description
- Join Blair Drummond Safari Park for a Christmas Spectacular filled with Santa's sleigh fly-bys, mischievous elves, festive food and drink, dinosaur illuminations, and a cracking Christmas show. The event includes a brand-new festive train ride and a Christmas show featuring 'The Little Reindeer’s Search for a Song.'
- Where
- Stirling | More Info : Blairdrummond Christmas Spectacular
Castle of Light
- What to Expect
- State-of-the-art light installations and historical storytelling.
- Description
- Edinburgh Castle transforms into a spectacular display of light and sound, bringing Scotland's history to life through immersive storytelling projections and interactive installations.
- Where
- Edinburgh | More Info : Castle of Light
Glasgow Other Holiday Activities
Santa’s Woodland Experience
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday experience with Santa in a natural setting.
- Description
- Immerse yourself in a serene woodland setting where Santa Claus awaits, surrounded by festive decorations and holiday cheer.
- Where
- Balfron | More Info : Santa’s Woodland Experience
Conifox Christmas Experience
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday activities with Santa and festive games.
- Description
- Conifox Christmas Experience offers a comprehensive holiday event with activities like visiting Santa, cookie decorating, and exploring the Magic Forest. Each child receives a Golden Christmas Coin to exchange for a gift or teddy at the Make-a-Teddy Factory. The event includes Reindeer Flying School, Elf School, and festive food and drinks.
- Where
- Edinburgh | More Info : Conifox Christmas Experience
Glasgow Santa Dash
- What to Expect
- Environmental-friendly event encouraging reuse of Santa costumes.
- Description
- Join Beatson Cancer Charity for the Glasgow Santa Dash, a festive 5k run, jog, or walk at Glasgow Green. Participants will receive a free Santa t-shirt and have the chance to win top prizes for their best-dressed efforts. The event supports patients and families affected by cancer.
- Where
- Glasgow | More Info : Glasgow Santa Dash