11-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Free and budget-friendly events in Glasgow as major venue launches summer programme
The full schedule has been revealed this weekend
KEEP IT SOUTH Free and budget-friendly events in Glasgow as major venue launches summer programme
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GLASGOW'S Queen's Park Arena is gearing up to be the ultimate summer hotspot, with a jam-packed month of free and wallet-friendly events set to dazzle the city's southside.
From July 3 to August 3, the open-air amphitheatre will be buzzing with over 90 sensational events, ranging from cult cinema classics to live music, creative workshops, and even a 5k race. And the best part?
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Queen's Park in Glasgow will be bursting with events this summer
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Locals will be able to enjoy free entertainment in the park
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Most of it's free or donation-based!
BLOCKBUSTER MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
Film buffs, grab your popcorn – the Cults & Classics cinema strand is back with a whopping 31 open-air screenings!
Think family favourites like Frozen and Matilda, alongside grown-up gems like Dirty Dancing and The Silence of the Lambs.
Whether you're into '80s nostalgia or indie flicks, there's something for everyone.
KIDS, GET READY TO PARTY!
Parents, breathe easy – Big Fun is here to save your summer.
With 15 early years sessions, kids' discos, and creative activities like dance, music, and storytelling, little ones will be entertained for hours.
GET CREATIVE WITH OPEN STAGE
Feeling artsy? Open Stage is hosting 15 free workshops for all ages, plus two major highlights – the Glasgow Choir Festival and the Scottish Annual Hip Hop Jam. Expect music, movement, and plenty of local talent.
FITNESS AND FAMILY FUN
For those who fancy getting active, the Glasgow Games are bringing 15 free fitness classes, ranging from Muay Thai to yoga.
There's also a brand-new 5k race, plus live sports screenings to keep the adrenaline pumping.
LIVE MUSIC AND LAUGHS GALORE
It's not all free, though – the arena's new QPA Live series is bringing big-name acts to the stage.
Highlights include The Smyths, Arab Strap, and Warmduscher, plus the return of the Sub Club Southside Weekender with House music legends like Moodymann and Derek Carter.
Comedy fans, don't miss the Laugh in the Park finale!
This year's expanded programme is expected to draw over 45,000 visitors, cementing the arena's place as a cultural hub.
Chet Capkiner, the visionary behind all this fun, says: 'We're thrilled to bring back everything our audiences love – from cult cinema to grassroots culture – and even bigger live music gigs this year.
!Most of it's free, so everyone's welcome!'
The full schedule is live now, and tickets are up for grabs at
