Quirky Things To Do in Glasgow

The Scotland International Burlesque Festival is unleashing itself for the first time and bringing only the finest quality Burlesque the cities have ever seen, with beautiful performers, pure glamour, and only the most spectacular performances.

Waxy O'Connor's is really a site to behold, and it's not every day you say that about an Irish pub. The interior juxtaposes old church décor with stunning carpentry that springs from the floor and climbs the ceiling as if you're drinking in a forest. This quirky Glasgow bar is spread across three floors, with six bars and nine seating areas, and offer a delicious food and drink selection.       

Dust off your flapper dress and dig out your gangster attire because The Gatsby Speakeasy is back and this time, it's heading to The Rum Shack. Expect creative cocktails, blackjack tables and live performances from retro DJs, burlesque acts and more.

One of the most anticipated nights in town, head to Stereo where the Hungry Heart gang are on the road bringing you the very best in anthems, album tracks and fan favourites from The Boss.

Otherwise known as the Joint on the Corner, the Riding Room puts on all manner of different events and unusual entertainment in Glasgow. You'll never tire of the quirky activities on show here, with live sets, burlesque, side-shows and magic acts all taking centre stage as unusual cocktails are served in jam jars and silver kettles!

Boteco do Brasil are hosting the ultimate Jam Session with some of Glasgow's best musicians. While you can mostly expect South American sounds coupled with Caribbean and African influences, the mic is always open, so anything could happen at this fun and quirky event in Glasgow.

Anybody for drinks in one of the coolest hidden bars in Glasgow? Thought you'd be up for it. Not only is Tabac a great place to come for dinner, it's also got a hidden secret tucked away in its depths. Look out for the glowing neon sign through the fire exit, push through the door and discover the Panther Milk Bar, which serves up signature Leche de Pantera cocktails every Friday and Saturday night.

Hummingbird has multiple personalities (or "rooms", as they're called) so you can be sure that there's always something quirky to do in this Sauchiehall bar. The super girly Glitter Room is the ideal place for a quirky night out in Glasgow. Book the room, bring some friends and make use of their karaoke machine - but if you're feeling a bit self-conscious, maybe sip a cocktail or two to warm up your vocal chords. 

Gin71 is a dedicated cocktail and gin bar in Glasgow central, boasting the largest selection of artisan gins in the city! Try some of their delicious cocktails or homemade tonics – if you're unsure, one of the bar staff is bound to help you! But it's really the interior that delivers on the quirkiness, featuring a whimsical mix of mirrors, archaic paintings, exposed brickwork and candlesticks.

Giving it serious welly when it comes to entertainment in Glasgow, join Wild Cabaret & Wicked Lounge for something truly different in the city as this luxury and glamorous pad boasts live cabaret, musical performances, circus performers and more.

Super Bario is the first ever Glasgow arcade bar and it is everything you could want. Restoring a heap of classics from the golden era of arcade gaming, you can battle your friends on Mortal Kombat one night and compete against your date on Ridge Racer the next. They also supply the best, locally-produced beers and wonderful booze from around the world.

Tucked away somewhere along Bath Street is Flat 0/1, one of the most quirky places to party in the whole of Glasgow town. Bedecked with 70s furniture and with cupboards constantly stocked up with booze, Flat 0/1 invite you round to get stuck in to one of their full-on, all-out club nights where home-grown DJs crank up the volume and do their thing 'til late.

Every last Wednesday of the month, The Hillhead Bookclub is overtaken by hilarious Drag Queens as they host the outrageous Ball Drag Bingo! With a cash prize of up to £500 and all the bingo madness you can expect, this is a quirky Glasgow event like no other.