Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute
Mon 5 Oct · 18:00
Queen Margaret Union
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The Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 will be held at the Queen Margaret Union in Glasgow on 5 October 2026. Presented by the Confucius Institute at the University of Glasgow, the evening includes traditional arts, crafts, live music, and tea ceremonies. Tickets are free but limited.
All are welcome to join the Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - An evening of fun activities for all. Tickets free, but limited!
Introduction
We would be delighted to welcome you to the annual Mid-Autumn Festival 2026, presented by the Confucius Institute at the University of Glasgow. Attendees can expect a fun evening of traditional arts and crafts, live music, traditional tea ceremony, mooncake making and more!
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is an important traditional Chinese cultural event held every year to celebrate the fullest and brightest moon in the lunar calendar and to coincide with the Autumn harvest time. The festival is held to celebrate gathering of friends and family, giving thanks for wellbeing, new opportunities and friendships, and wishing for good fortune in the year to come.
Venue
This year the event will take place in the Queen Margaret Union (QMU, 22 University Gardens, University of Glasgow, G12 8QN) on the main Gilmorehill campus.
This is a family friendly event which is suitable for all ages, with activities taking place between 6:00pm and 8:00pm.
Tickets are completely free, but as numbers are limited we would encourage you to register soon.
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Frequently asked questions
Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute takes place on Monday, 5 October 2026 at 18:00.
Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute is held at Queen Margaret Union in Glasgow (22 University Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8QN).
Entry to Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute is free.
The forecast for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute is Overcast · 14°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Queen Margaret Union can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute 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.
Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute
Editorial Summary
The Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 will be held at the Queen Margaret Union in Glasgow on 5 October 2026. Presented by the Confucius Institute at the University of Glasgow, the evening includes traditional arts, crafts, live music, and tea ceremonies. Tickets are free but limited.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
All are welcome to join the Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - An evening of fun activities for all. Tickets free, but limited!
Introduction
We would be delighted to welcome you to the annual Mid-Autumn Festival 2026, presented by the Confucius Institute at the University of Glasgow. Attendees can expect a fun evening of traditional arts and crafts, live music, traditional tea ceremony, mooncake making and more!
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is an important traditional Chinese cultural event held every year to celebrate the fullest and brightest moon in the lunar calendar and to coincide with the Autumn harvest time. The festival is held to celebrate gathering of friends and family, giving thanks for wellbeing, new opportunities and friendships, and wishing for good fortune in the year to come.
Venue
This year the event will take place in the Queen Margaret Union (QMU, 22 University Gardens, University of Glasgow, G12 8QN) on the main Gilmorehill campus.
This is a family friendly event which is suitable for all ages, with activities taking place between 6:00pm and 8:00pm.
Tickets are completely free, but as numbers are limited we would encourage you to register soon.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute?
Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute takes place on Monday, 5 October 2026 at 18:00.
Where is Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute taking place?
Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute is held at Queen Margaret Union in Glasgow (22 University Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8QN).
How much are tickets for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute?
Entry to Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute is free.
What will the weather be like at Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute?
The forecast for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute is Overcast · 14°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Queen Margaret Union can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute?
Tickets for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 - UofG Confucius Institute 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.
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Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Monday, 5 October 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 12°C · chance of rain 27% · wind 17 km/h
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