This summer, we’re all raring to go and luckily there are plenty of fantastic things on the horizon this June to start the season with a bang. Fancy getting your calendar jam-packed again? From candlelight concerts to tasty food and drink offerings, you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to getting your dose of good grub and culture. Check out our guide to some of the best things to do this June in Glasgow.
1. Get in touch with your inner artist by attending this painting workshop in the dark
For those who are looking for unique things to do in Glasgow this June, bright neon hues, drinks flowing freely and artsy vibes are the way to go. Taking place at Arta, the adults-only workshops are 90-minute sip-and-paint experiences inspired by the distinct impact of neon, its versatility, and its ability to evoke memorable feelings. Plus, guests will get one free drink included in their ticket to get those creative juices flowing while sipping on a beer, wine, or soft drink. You can book your tickets on Fever!
2. Go see the iconic ‘Grease’ The Musical
‘Grease’, “the world’s best-loved musical”, tells a tale of a love story between two complete opposites, Danny and Sandy: a leather jacket-wearing “bad boy” and the typical “girl next door”. ‘Grease’ The Musical is coming to The King’s Theatre in Glasgow between June 17 and June 22 delighting audiences throughout.
3. Embark on a night of Taylor Swift covers at this Spring candlelight concert
Ready to drift away from all your worries? Well, hang tight as Fever have the solution with these (very) impressive Spring-themed candlelight concerts coming to Glasgow this Summer, decked in both candles and flowers. Òran Mór will be transformed to create a cosy and intimate vibe surrounded by candlelight and colourful blooms, accompanied by a string quartet playing Taylor Swift covers. This unbelievable night on Glasgow’s West End will take place for one night only on June 29, and you can find your tickets on Fever!
4. Watch cult classics at this free outdoor cinema
Just like last year, the summer cultural events are coming back to the Queen’s Park Arena. Visitors can enjoy free classic films and live music, live sports screenings and family-friendly activities, with the open-air events, championing the best of our wee Southside. The Queen’s Park Arena happenings are hosted by the local non-profit organisation Inhouse Event CIC, with the summer programme running from June 28 to July 21.
5. Tuck into incredible steaks at one of the best steak restaurants in the world
Porter & Rye in Finnieston is officially one of the best steak restaurants in the world, and the only Scottish restaurant to have been named one of the best steak restaurants in the world by the World’s Best Steak Restaurants taking 55th place among the 101 list. Located on Argyle Street, Porter & Rye offers a meat-ilicious experience with their premium dry-aged large cuts. What is more, the restaurant ages and infuses its cuts in an inspired way, where visitors can indulge in something new every time they visit.
6. See how the city is making waves at Glasgow Science Festival
Glasgow Science Festival returns to the city this month and will feature 150+ events in over 40 venues across the city, with a programme filled to the brim with hands-on activities, films, talks, walks, and exhibitions. Taking place between June 6 – 16, you can enjoy a free side of science, including venues like Riverside Museum, free family screenings and crafts to name a few of the activities going on in the city. Plus, you can also join online with ‘Science on the Sofa‘, where there will be dozens of experiments, activities, talks and shows designed to entertain and inspire, all from the comfort of your own sofa.
7. Craft a candle holder and paint your own candles at a BYOB candle-making workshop
Located in a tastefully decorated studio in Central Chambers on Hope Street, the sonder candle workshops take around two hours, taking crafters on a journey of storytelling and quiet contemplation. Guests will be able to make a candlestick holder from the eco-friendly material jesmonite, and decorate two pastel-coloured soy wax twist candles with acrylic paint. What is more, everyone is more than welcome to bring their own drinks, whether it’s a bottle of fizz or anything non-alcoholic. You can book the workshops from sonder’s website.
8. Eat deep-fried carbonara balls and listen to old-school hip-hop
Known for its unique menu and absolutely bonkers level of deliciousness in pizzas, Nonna Said in Candleriggs combines Italian classics with creative street food, creating a millennial’s paradise with 90s hip-hop playing non-stop, cartoons on a projector screen and air hockey available every day. Nonna’s quirky appreciation for street food is one of its many alluring aspects, and with absolute gems like Carbonara Fritta and Lasagne Fritta with garlic mayo, the starters are as satisfying as they sound. Also, if you haven’t already, we beg you to try the Philly Cheesesteak pizza. You can thank us later!
9. Devour an insanely satisfying breakfast muffin at this Woodlands burger joint
Burger lovers will rejoice at finding out that El Perro Negro is launching a brand new Breakfast Club Menu. You can opt for absolute treats such as the Sausage, Egg and Black Pudding Muffin with a hash brown, cheese and chive, or go for some baked goods, including a variety of doughnuts and cakes. the perfect balance between salty and fatty goodness is going to get anyone ready for the day ahead. A drink selection featuring the much-loved Bloody Marys and the finest brews from Papercup Coffee will sort every breakfast enthusiast out there.
10. Attend this huge dinosaur outdoor tour
Dinosaurs, mammoths and Ice Age creatures will come back to life at The Lost Kingdoms in Glasgow this Summer. Starting on June 29 and taking place Glasgow’s Cuningar Loop in Rutherglen, the tour will host true-to-size animatronics like life-size dinosaurs, Ice Age animals like mammoths and more.
11. Have the cheesiest French onion soup ever
Located in the historic Princes Square in the heart of Glasgow, Maison By Glaschu boasts a delightful atmosphere within the stunning Victorian shopping mall, as well as inside. The restaurant takes that Parisian charm to a higher level, adding that little touch of Glasgow and the Mediterranean to the mix for a wholesome dining experience. Plus, the French Onion Soup is the cheesiest we have ever seen!
12. Go play padel tennis at these courts
From June 3 all the way until August 31, the Decathlon store in Glasgow’s Braehead will host a padel court for visitors to play. The initiative aims to engage and introduce the sport to local communities and fitness enthusiasts. You can either purchase or rent the equipment to use in the courts if you don’t have any already.