With a thriving student population spread across its three main Universities; the University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Caledonian, the City has a lot to live give to satisfy the tens of thousands of students who make Glasgow their home every year.
The city boasts legendary haunts such as Sub Club, Barrowlands, and The Classic Grand, which have played part in some seminal moments in music history. This means when Glasgow freshers week 2024 comes around, they’ll be plenty of parties with club favourites or indie discos to keep you and your newfound pals entertained. But we haven’t even touched the surface of all the incredible Glasgow freshers events on offer, so get scrolling and find an event to impress!
After Freshers' week is done and dusted, keep on top of everything going on in the City with our Glasgow What's On Guide
nightlife
Okay, so you’ve just arrived in Glasgow for uni and you don’t really know what to do with yourself. That’s fine, we’ve all been there! But you’ll most likely be eager to get stuck in as quickly as possible. So this Glasgow freshers guide should be the perfect starting p…
eating out
Glasgow is packed with eateries from all corners of the world, with plenty of student haunts serving up food away from the infamous beans on toast combo. With restaurants, bars and cafes around every corner and along every main drag, the choice can be overwhelming. Here are some of our favourites: …
health and fitness
Keeping yourself in prime physical condition whilst at uni in Glasgow is surprisingly affordable, with loads of reasonably priced gyms dotted around the city offering student membership deals as well as pay as you go tariffs. The G
shopping
There are few places in the UK that rival Glasgow's shopping metropolis. With everything from designer boutiques to vintage holes, the city has it all for when your student loan lands and you want to let loose with your pennies. To a
transport
Glasgow's public transport is amongst the best in the country, with trains, buses and a subway connecting the almost the entire city. Glasgow Central is where you'll get most southbound trains to England, whilst Glasgow Queen Street generally caters for northern and easterly journeys. Buchanan…
Popular Glasgow venues - find out what's on where
Whether you're an avid underground clubber, fashionable funky house head or prefer your live music, check these popular Glasgow venues for upcoming events, or view our full what's on guide for loads more...
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Glasgow
G3 8QG
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Coloursfest Winter Party - Hardstyle Scottish Superheroes
- Thu 26th Dec 2024 at 9:00pm -
Coloursfest Winter Party - Trancefest vs GBX
- Thu 26th Dec 2024 at 9:00pm -
Coloursfest Winter Party Scottish Superheroes
- Thu 26th Dec 2024 at 9:00pm -
Coloursfest Winter Party Trancefest v GBX
- Thu 26th Dec 2024 at 9:00pm
The Classic Grand
Glasgow
G1 4QD
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Bl4ckout presents D-AMAGE and SLTM
- Sat 28th Dec 2024 at 9:00pm -
Bl4ckout presents Nina Bender, Danielle Ciuro and Circo.
- Sat 28th Dec 2024 at 9:00pm -
One In Ten (Premier UB40 Tribute) / Skaledonia + DJ Ska'd 4 Life
- Fri 3rd Jan 2025 at 7:00pm -
B12 Entertainment Presents - MIDWEEK NECTAR
- Thu 16th Jan 2025 at 7:00pm
Braehead Arena
Glasgow
G51 4BS
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PRTY Presents...Jezza & Jod (All Day Long)
- Sat 1st Mar 2025 at 4:00pm -
PRTY Festival 2025
- Sat 28th Jun 2025 at 1:00pm -
PRTY Festival 2025
- Sun 29th Jun 2025 at 1:00pm -
Coloursfest 2025
- Sat 2nd Aug 2025 at 1:00pm
O2 Academy Glasgow
Glasgow
G5 9NT
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Definitely Oasis - Glasgow 2025
- Sat 20th Dec 2025 at 6:00pm
Barras Art And Design (BAaD)
Glasgow
G40 2SB
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House of Fun Day Time Disco
- Sun 29th Dec 2024 at 1:00pm -
New Years Eve Comedy Hogmanay Party 2024!
- Tue 31st Dec 2024 at 6:00pm -
Hot off the Press
- Sat 18th Jan 2025 at 6:30pm -
SWIFTIE CLUB - event entry + welcome cocktail
- Sat 8th Feb 2025 at 12:00pm
Nice N Sleazy
Glasgow
G2 3LG
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Dan Parks
- Sat 11th Jan 2025 at 7:00pm -
The Nohans
- Sat 18th Jan 2025 at 7:00pm
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