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Film & Cinema Events in Glasgow

88 upcoming film & cinema events

Glasgow boasts a film culture woven into its industrial heritage and artistic soul. From the historic screens of the Glasgow Film Theatre to the iconic Tramway, the city offers more than just screenings; it provides a communal space where audiences gather to discuss everything from classic British cinema to avant-garde international works. The Advanced Research Centre and venues like Edward House further diversify the landscape, hosting everything from student showcases to major festival events. Here, the crowd is often as passionate as the programmers, reflecting a deep local appreciation for moving images that dates back decades. Whether you are seeking a quiet evening of art-house fare or an energetic gathering at a university screening, Glasgow delivers a scene defined by its history and its people rather than mere commercial spectacle.

As of September 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 88 upcoming film & cinema events in Glasgow, Strathclyde, including 15 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.

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Doors Open Day: Glasgow Cinema City at National Library of Scotland at Kelvin HallFREE
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Doors Open Day: Glasgow Cinema City

📍 National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall

Screening: The Fall and Rise of the Barras at MonoSOLD OUT
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Screening: The Fall and Rise of the Barras

📍 Mono

Sold out at source

Free Films for Freshers: Trainspotting at King Tuts Wah Wah Hut
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Free Films for Freshers: Trainspotting

📍 King Tuts Wah Wah Hut

TV Game Show Factory - Round 2 at Drygate Bar, Kitchen and Brewing Co.
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TV Game Show Factory - Round 2

📍 Drygate Bar, Kitchen and Brewing Co.

£11.55 - £16.96

Choose Life: Edinburgh's Battle Against AIDS, a film by Stephen Bennett at TramwayFREE
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Choose Life: Edinburgh's Battle Against AIDS, a film by Stephen Bennett

📍 Tramway

Doors Open Day: Moving Image Archive behind the scenes tours at Kelvin HallFREE
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Doors Open Day: Moving Image Archive behind the scenes tours

📍 Kelvin Hall

Doors Open Day: Behind the scenes tour at National Library of Scotland at Kelvin HallFREE
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Doors Open Day: Behind the scenes tour

📍 National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall

CinemARC: Everybody to Kenmure Street at Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of GlasgowFREE
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CinemARC: Everybody to Kenmure Street

📍 Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of Glasgow

Saol Úr In Albain: A New Life in Scotland (2006) at The Deep End Venue Space - Govanhill Baths Community TrustFREE
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Saol Úr In Albain: A New Life in Scotland (2006)

📍 The Deep End Venue Space - Govanhill Baths Community Trust

Free Films for Freshers: Shrek at King Tuts Wah Wah Hut
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Free Films for Freshers: Shrek

📍 King Tuts Wah Wah Hut

Kimpton Blythswood Square Cinema Club at Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa
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Kimpton Blythswood Square Cinema Club

📍 Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa

Art of Cinema Going – Neil Johnson-Symington at Edward HouseSOLD OUT
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Art of Cinema Going – Neil Johnson-Symington

📍 Edward House

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KIZUNA - Community Through Printmaking, Glasgow Book & Film Launch at Glasgow Zine LibraryFREE
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KIZUNA - Community Through Printmaking, Glasgow Book & Film Launch

📍 Glasgow Zine Library

Take2: The Wizard of Oz at Glasgow Film TheatreFREE
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Take2: The Wizard of Oz

📍 Glasgow Film Theatre

Doors open Day: Creative cinema club crafternoon at National Library of Scotland at Kelvin HallFREE
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Doors open Day: Creative cinema club crafternoon

📍 National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall

Art Deco Days with Jackie Sangster at Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of GlasgowFREE
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Art Deco Days with Jackie Sangster

📍 Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of Glasgow

Local Hero: Film Screening at The Couper Institute at Couper InstituteFREE
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Local Hero: Film Screening at The Couper Institute

📍 Couper Institute

GCF: Event 4 / The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1923) at Glasgow Cathedral
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GCF: Event 4 / The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1923)

📍 Glasgow Cathedral

From £18.00

Celtic v Rangers - Live Match Screening at Edmiston House
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Celtic v Rangers - Live Match Screening

📍 Edmiston House

£6.50

Double Bill screening: Beautiful Trouble /United in Anger: A History of ACT UP at TramwayFREE
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Double Bill screening: Beautiful Trouble /United in Anger: A History of ACT UP

📍 Tramway

The Blade & Bow Short Film Showcase at Glasgow Film Theatre
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The Blade & Bow Short Film Showcase

📍 Glasgow Film Theatre

Sauchiehall Street Platter and Patter at Edward HouseFREE
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Sauchiehall Street Platter and Patter

📍 Edward House

Platter and Patter: Projectionists and Popcorn at Edward HouseFREE
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Platter and Patter: Projectionists and Popcorn

📍 Edward House

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Film & Cinema Events in Glasgow — Complete Guide

Discover the vibrant film & cinema scene in Glasgow with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates film & cinema events from across Glasgow, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.

Whether you're looking for tonight's film & cinema events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best film & cinemaexperiences Glasgow has to offer.

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How many film & cinema events are on in Glasgow?

There are currently 88 upcoming film & cinema events in Glasgow. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming film & cinema in the city.

Are there free film & cinema events in Glasgow?

Yes — 15 of the current film & cinema listings in Glasgow are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.

Where can I find film & cinema events in Glasgow this weekend?

Browse this weekend's film & cinema events in Glasgow at /glasgow/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.

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Film & Cinema Events in Glasgow — Your Complete Guide

Glasgow's film and cinema scene extends well beyond the multiplex, with an exceptional range of independent cinemas, film clubs, outdoor screenings, repertory programmes, and film festivals that celebrate cinema in all its forms.

Independent and arthouse cinemas in Glasgow programme new releases alongside classic revivals, foreign language films, documentary strands and director retrospectives — the kind of curated cinema culture that streaming services can't replicate. Many of these venues are beautifully preserved historic buildings that are worth visiting for their architecture alone.

Film clubs are a particularly sociable way to engage with cinema in Glasgow: they typically pair a screening with a themed drink or meal, and often include a post-film discussion that deepens the experience considerably. Drive-in screenings, rooftop cinemas and pop-up outdoor events have become a staple of the Glasgow summer, offering a magical way to watch films under the sky.

Glasgow's film festivals celebrate everything from short films and animation to horror, science fiction, LGBTQ+ cinema, and international cinema. Many are free or low-cost, with Q&As, workshops and industry panels adding real depth to the programme. If you're passionate about film, Glasgow's independent cinema scene will more than match your appetite.