Cheers to the weekend, especially when it's an extra-long one. And lucky for us? There are plenty of great events, bars and restaurants to make it a fun-filled few days. From cracking cabaret nights to indulgent cocktail bars, we've lined up the crème de la crème. Don't let that additional Monday off go to waste; check out the best things to do in Glasgow over the May bank holiday weekend here.
Last updated on 2nd June 2023
Can you really have a bank holiday without a bit of a party? Spend the three-day weekend drinking and dancing at Revolution, as the lively spot is set to bring its finest DJs and the best cocktail mixers on board. Even better, you'll have an extra day off to nurse that head of yours.
The Social is coming in hot with all kinds of fun things to do in Glasgow this bank holiday weekend. Get on your glad rags and shimmy on over to dance the night away to DJs blasting tunes from the decks on Sunday, as well as nurse that hangover with live music come Monday.
Shimmy your way into the long weekend at Hummingbird. This brilliant party palace boasts a number of themed rooms and quirky cocktails, plus it's keeping the vibes high at its FUNK'DIFANO Fridays and MANCUSO Saturdays.
We've rounded up the very best bank holiday events for the coronation of King Charles III in Glasgow right here. So, whether you fancy making the most of that extra day off work with drag-doused Benidorm Bingo or laid-back live music sessions, you're sorted.
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With a distinctly Spanish vibe, Cubatas is giving you sexy tapas dishes in the heart of Finnieston. Head here for a sociable dinner or a date night which will have you bonding over delicious sharing plates washed down with sangria or a cracking cocktail.
If you're looking for fun things to do this May bank holiday in Glasgow, check out The Corinthian's lineup of events. Not only is it hosting cabaret nights, epic DJ sets and live music performances, but also boozy brunch deals.
@ Sloans Bar and Restaurant on Every Friday
When it comes to the best events in Glasgow this weekend, Sloans Friday Night Ceilidh is not to be missed. As resident live band Chitterybite hit up the stage to play all of your favourite traditional tunes, burl around the dancefloor and guzzle many a dram of whisky.
Not sure what to do over the May bank holiday in Glasgow? Grab a mate and have a catch up at BrewDog Merchant City, a brilliant bar that's home to 30 taps of tasty craft beer and delicious US-style soul food, including wings, burgers and fries.
It's all kicking off over at The Polo Lounge this bank holiday weekend. There's so much going on, it's honestly hard to keep up - get ready for a night of disco and drag go-go dancers, as well as an epic evening led by non-binary legend and DJ Jordy Joans.
A long bank holiday weekend calls for a night on the tiles, don't you think? So put on your glad rags and make your way over to Manuka for one of its epic clubbing events, like its First Class Fridays or Saturday bonanzas.
@ The Glee Club Glasgow on Every Friday
Have an absolute barrel of laughs over at The Glee Club's Friday Night Comedy events. Be entertained by four brilliant stand-up comedians as they crack you up with their hilarious sets. And while you watch? Indulge in tasty food and drink.
Kokomo? Oh, they're only hosting one of the best May bank holiday parties in Glasgow city centre. The sprawling sensation will be bringing in a top DJ to thump out fabulous tunes 'til the early hours, as well as offering you bargain bevs all night long.
Bamboo is offering you some seriously mega May bank holiday events. From Friday through to Sunday, its hosting all kinds of nights out, like Disco Badger, which sees you dancing to an eclectic range of tunes and sipping £2 drinks.
There's never a dull moment at Delmonicas, especially when a long weekend is coming up. Head on over to this poppin' venue for some of the best Glasgow May bank holiday events going, from Go Hard Or Go Homo Saturdays to Drag-Aoke Mondays.
