The programme of events celebrating the 850th anniversary of Glasgow as a city has been released with plenty of action for people to get involved in throughout the entire year. With only 100 days left until 2025, details of how Glasgow will celebrate its year long birthday have been announced including arts and culture events and funding for annual events to put their own spin on Glasgow 850. Cllr Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City Council , said: “Glasgow 850 is a big milestone in our city’s journey I’m really looking forward to next year where we can come together through a variety of special events and activities to honour our history, culture, spirit, and people.
“This curated programme, which will be added to throughout the year, with activity in all 23 wards of the city, gives us a reason to celebrate what makes Glasgow unique and explore how we see our future. “It’s also a chance to share our stories about the place we love and the place we call home.” Countdown to Glasgow 850 celebrations is on (Image: GCC) Central to the programme is commissioned ‘signature’ activities and events including a three-day music extravaganza, a People’s Palace pop-up exhibition, and a Taste the Place food trail.
However, hometown favourite events which showcase the cities talent are in for a boost of up to £10,000 to get involved in the events. Internationally renowned festivals such as Glasgow Comedy Festival, Glasgow Film Festival, Piping Live!, and summer favouri.
