Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow
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The Literary Escape Festival in Glasgow is scheduled for October 3, 2026, from 10:00 am at The Boardwalk. This free event promises an enriching day filled with author signings and a wide range of stalls operated by independent businesses and crafters. Attendees will have the chance to engage directly with authors while also exploring unique handmade items. Celebrating literature and creativity, this festival is set to provide a delightful experience for all who wish to partake in its offerings.
A book-lover’s event featuring author signings and unique stalls from independent small businesses and crafters.
Literary Escape Festival
The Literary Escape Festival is coming to Glasgow on 3 October 2026, a perfect day out for book lovers!
Meet brilliant indie authors, get your books signed, and wander through stalls brimming with treasures from small businesses and crafty creators. Your next favourite bookmark, candle or gift might be waiting to be discovered.
Step into a space where readers, writers, and makers come together to celebrate the joy of books and the magic of storytelling.
Whether you devour books by the stack or savour just a page or two with a cup of tea, The Literary Escape Festival is ready to be your perfect literary day out.
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Hotels within walking distance of The Boardwalk.
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Frequently asked questions
Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:00.
Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow is held at The Boardwalk in Glasgow (105 Brunswick Street, Glasgow, G1 1TF).
Tickets for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow range from £0 to £4.50. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow is Clear · 11°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Boardwalk can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow
Editorial Summary
The Literary Escape Festival in Glasgow is scheduled for October 3, 2026, from 10:00 am at The Boardwalk. This free event promises an enriching day filled with author signings and a wide range of stalls operated by independent businesses and crafters. Attendees will have the chance to engage directly with authors while also exploring unique handmade items. Celebrating literature and creativity, this festival is set to provide a delightful experience for all who wish to partake in its offerings.
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Organiser’s full description
A book-lover’s event featuring author signings and unique stalls from independent small businesses and crafters.
Literary Escape Festival
The Literary Escape Festival is coming to Glasgow on 3 October 2026, a perfect day out for book lovers!
Meet brilliant indie authors, get your books signed, and wander through stalls brimming with treasures from small businesses and crafty creators. Your next favourite bookmark, candle or gift might be waiting to be discovered.
Step into a space where readers, writers, and makers come together to celebrate the joy of books and the magic of storytelling.
Whether you devour books by the stack or savour just a page or two with a cup of tea, The Literary Escape Festival is ready to be your perfect literary day out.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow?
Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow taking place?
Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow is held at The Boardwalk in Glasgow (105 Brunswick Street, Glasgow, G1 1TF).
How much are tickets for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow?
Tickets for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow range from £0 to £4.50. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow?
The forecast for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow is Clear · 11°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Boardwalk can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow?
Tickets for Literary Escape Festival - `Glasgow can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The Boardwalk
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Price
Free – £4.50
Date
Until Saturday, 3 October 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 8°C · chance of rain 27% · wind 15 km/h
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