Now that most of us have our Christmas plans sorted, it’s time to think about where to celebrate Hogmanay. While some people are looking forward to dancing into 2025 at an extravagant party, others prefer quieter options like an intimate dinner. So, to help you celebrate this special time of the year, we’ve summoned up a list of things to do in Glasgow this Hogmanay.
1. Attend the Ashton Lane Hogmanay Street Party
While it’s not as big as Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party, Ashton Lane Street Party is one of its kind in Glasgow, and is a hit every year. It will be packed this year for one of the biggest New Year’s celebrations in Glasgow, so expect an epic one. The tickets get you access to all of Ashton Lane’s bars and restaurants, a live band to keep you entertained and, of course, fireworks at midnight! Posting on Facebook, the organisers posted: “Ashton Lane is once again hosting the famous annual Hogmanay Street Party. There is no better way to bring in the bells than on Ashton Lane – the annual sold-out event brings over 3000 revellers together to celebrate the New Year!” You can buy your tickets here.
2. Grab dinner or toast smores at the firepit at Brel Bar
This one still includes tickets for the Ashton Lane Hogmanay Street Party, and guests can opt for either a three-course New Year’s Eve dinner or a table at Brel’s famous firepit. The Hogmanay meal option comes with a three-course meal, a glass of wine or beer with the meal, a drink a the Bell’s and tickets to the street party. Plus, you’d get the table for the whole evening, so don’t have to worry about the crowds getting too much. As for the firepit table option, you will get a table at the fire pit, smores to toast and a welcome drink, as well as tickets to the street party. You can book your tickets here.
3. Attend a Scottish house & disco festival with views over Glasgow
Sounds like it’s going to be a Hogmanay to remember at VEGA this year! Following its festive programme with the uber-popular disco boozy brunch in the run-up to Christmas, the rooftop venue, VEGA, is throwing a Hogmanay house & disco festival like no other. There line-up includes Natasha Kitty Katt, Billy Woods, Al Kent, Barry McCormack, Kris Keegan and Casey Boyne. You can book your tickets here.
4. Celebrate Hogmanay at this Mediterranean-inspired spot
Arta is throwing an exciting Hogmanay party with samba and salsa dancers, live entertainment and a ceilidh in the main bar for everyone to join in. Every year they also have the famous petal drop in the main bar area, where thousands of rose petals cover the room at midnight. if you’d like to start the night with something to eat, to see your booking options for both drinks only or a festive meal, you can book your tickets here.
5. Play social darts with bottomless pizza while ringing in the New Year
Flight Club Glasgow is throwing a competitive party with a boozy Hogmanay Brunch this New Year’s Eve. The party kicks off at noon, and will be roaring into the next year until 2am. The spot is hosting five two-hour brunch sessions with live DJs throughout the day – with the last starting at 10pm. What is more, guests can also opt for an all-day brunch session until closing for those not wanting to stay for just a couple hours.
6. Saint Luke’s New Year’s Eve Party with music from the 60s and beyond
We do love the gigs at St Luke’s, followed by a wee boozy night at The Winged Ox. This year, St Luke’s has invited Itchycoo Park to headline their Hogmanay party, joined by their resident DJs. Expect to hear familiar tunes from the 6os of The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who and many more. You can book your tickets here.
7. Indulge in a surprise luxurious dinner
This is one of the best things to do in Glasgow this Hogmanay for the adventurous diners out there. For just £25 per person and £30 per person for wine pairing, guests can put their “Total Trust” in the chefs of 111 By Madou, experiencing a surprise five-course dinner. You will not know the menu, however, all individual dietary requirements will be respected accordingly.
8. Celebrate at the stunning Kimpton Blythswood Square hotel
Kimpton Blythswood Square is throwing quite the party this Hogmanay, with an elegant celebration at its Salon Bar. Party-goers can enjoy live entertainment, featuring an in-house singer and pianist until 1am, as well as a mini gourmet supper bowl. The food choice is between Blythswood’s Posh Macaroni Cheese or the traditional Hogmanay Stew. You can book your tickets here.