Five rugby matches per nation, all crammed into a great few weeks of live sport... What more could you want? And if you're looking for somewhere to catch the action, our city has some cracking watering holes offering you just that.
From bustling pubs with HD screens aplenty to quirky venues unrolling the projectors and trendy sports bars, here's where to watch the Six Nations rugby in Glasgow.
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One place that is sure to be atmospheric on game days is Waxy O'Connor's. Known for having numerous huge screens, as well as tasty grub and some of the best Guinness in town, it's the perfect spot to hole up for a day of tries and tackles.
Found on the bustling Byres Road, Tennents bar fronts a dark wood-panelled bar, hanging lights and leather seating. What's more, this friendly boozer has plenty of screens showing all the Six Nations action, to be enjoyed with some hearty pub scran like burgers or steak and Guinness pie.
The Six Nations is back, and you can catch every try, tackle and conversion at Malones Glasgow. With giant HD screens across multiple floors, the big match atmosphere is set to be off the charts.
To keep you fuelled up while you cheer on your side, the kitchen's serving up spice bags and hearty plates of pub grub. Being an Irish bar, you can expect iconic Guinness pours too, along with Tank Tennent's and plenty of creative cocktails.
If you're on the hunt for rugby pubs in Glasgow's West End, look no further than Record Factory. Whether you want a private space to enjoy the match with just your pals or are keen to watch all the games from a comfy booth, you can expect great food and cracking drinks.
There's never a dull moment at Dram!, especially if the Six Nations are being screened. Head on over and keep yourself going with pints, bites and classic whiskies while glued to the ball-throwing action at one of the best sports bars in Glasgow.
Been searching for 'places to watch the Six Nations near me' lately? Book your spot at the Shilling Brewery Co. where, alongside the lineup of on-site brewed beers, they'll be fronting a delicious array of eats to keep you fuelled up throughout all the scrums, tackles and kicks.
Having made quite the reputation for itself as one of the best rugby pubs in Glasgow, Auctioneers is certainly going to be popular come the Six Nations. Kick back with a freshly poured pint and a platter of lip-smacking grub then watch as the action unfolds.
With a convenient Byres Road location, Curler's Rest is at the centre of all the action on match days. And while you watch? Chow down on all kinds of delicious eats to fuel you through, sink many a refreshing pint and enjoy the buzzing vibes.
The Granary is a go-to for watching sports, so when the Six Nations is on? You're not going to want to miss the atmosphere here. While you cheer on your team to victory, stay refreshed with sloshing pints and tasty grub, with lots of deals available throughout the week.
To channel your inner rugby fan come the Six Nations, there's no better place than O'Neill's Grand Central and Merchant Square. Whether you're cheering home a try or got your fingers crossed for a kick through the posts, these pubs are where you should be.
With top-notch HD TVs and ice-cold beers to nurse while you're watching, The Lauder's is a great choice for where to watch the Six Nations in Glasgow city centre. Munch through tapas plates too, including BBQ pulled beef tacos with a crunchy slaw and cheese 'n' bacon fries.
When in need of Glasgow rugby pubs, The Horseshoe Bar is just the thing. There are screens dotted around this old Victorian gaff, alongside brekkie and grub staples to get your lips around once your need to refuel before or after each game.
Drum & Monkey is one of the best Six Nations pubs in Glasgow, screening matches throughout the tournament. This traditional boozer will also be keeping those hunger pangs at bay, whipping up classic British cuisine accompanied by perfectly poured pints aplenty.
The Old Smiddy Inn is always a winner for sporting action in Glasgow, and they certainly don't disappoint when it comes to the Six Nations. You can tuck into everything from foot-long nacho shares to chicken wings and juicy burgers while you watch too.
A classic old boozer with multiple screens and pull-down projectors, The Merchant will make sure you see everything you need of the Six Nations. Cheer on your team's colours and they score a try or conversion kick, with the option to tuck into meals like BBQ mac 'n' cheese burgers and steak pie.
A sporting favourite in the city centre? It has to be Felson's. Taking inspiration from the legendary Hollywood pool icon of the 1950s, Fast Eddie Felson, there's plenty of chance to get stuck into the game while you wait for kick-off or at half-time - plus there are TVs at every angle for watching the Six Nations.
Every single second of the Six Nations is live, loud and on the ludicrously big screen at Grosvenor Café. With its central projector beaming the action, you're sure of a great view wherever you pull up a pew.
To accompany the big match atmosphere, there's top notch pints of ice cold lager and perfectly poured Guinness, as well as all kinds of wine, spirits and creative cocktails. When it's time to refuel, you can tuck into sharers, small plates and mega mains like pizza, pasta and burgers.
From the Thursday night kick off under the lights in Paris to the Super Saturday showdown, Home is showing every second of the Six Nations action on the big screen. To celebrate the return of rugby's biggest tourno, it's serving up all kinds of themed tipples.
Back the boys with a Midnight in Dublin - an intriguing mix of vodka, rum, tequila, coffee liquor, Coca-Cola and Guinness. Prefer something fruitier? The Peach on the Pitch Marg packs in tequila, peach schnapps, lime juice and lager.
Right in the heart of the city, Ark is the perfect spot to follow every second of the Six Nations. With the biggest beer garden and the most screens in Glasgow, you're sure to find a spot with a great view of the action.
To celebrate rugby's biggest spectacle, there's a show-stopping line up of themed drinks. Try Midnight in Dublin, a gorgeous mix of vodka, rum, tequila, coffee liquor and Guinness, or Peach on the Pitch Marg, packing in tequila, schnapps and lime juice, topped with lager.
Why settle for matchday pints in a pub when you can go straight to the source? WEST is a beer hall, restaurant and brewery, rather ironically in the East End of Glasgow - and it's showing every second of the Six Nations.
As you cheer on your team, you can sip on its signature creations like St Mungo, GPA and Heidi-Weisse, as well as guest crafts and a cracking choice of spirits and wines. To keep you fuelled up from the first kick to the last, there's a brilliant combo of Scottish and German snacks, from smoked salmon to currywurst and schnitzel.
With an eight foot screen showing every second of the action, Hope & Vincent puts you right at the centre of the Six Nations. That's not all - its live sport booths give you the best seat in the house with all the atmosphere of the stadium.
There's a pool table and jukebox to keep you entertainment pre- and post-match, plus plenty of pub grub to keep you going. Think fish and chips, chilli con carne, burgers and curries.
Because Six Nations weekends often overlap with Saturday afternoon football fixtures, sound priority matters. Dedicated rugby pubs and major sports venues—such as Malones, Auctioneers, O'Neill's, and The Ark—prioritize the Six Nations on their main projectors and HD screens with the volume turned all the way up for Scotland games and major clashes. Multi-room venues like Waxy O'Connor's or Hope & Vincent also split their screening zones so rugby fans get uninterrupted audio without competing with football commentary.
For non-Scotland fixtures or early Friday night kick-offs, walk-in space is often available if you arrive 30 to 45 minutes before kick-off. However, for Scotland home and away matches (especially the Calcutta Cup against England) and Super Saturday triple-headers, central rugby pubs book out quickly. Aim to reserve a table or private TV booth 2 to 4 weeks in advance via DesignMyNight. Many venues also require a small deposit or minimum spend per person to hold prime screen-side tables on big matchdays.
Yes, many food-led pubs and traditional sports bars in Glasgow welcome under-18s for afternoon Six Nations kick-offs, provided they are accompanied by an adult and seated in designated dining or family areas. Under Scottish licensing rules, children usually need to leave by 8pm, meaning evening kick-offs (such as Friday night fixtures) are generally over-18s only. Always check individual venue licensing policies on DesignMyNight before bringing younger rugby fans along.
