Talks & Lectures Events in Glasgow
95 upcoming talks & lectures events
Glasgow hosts a distinctive talks and lectures scene that blends rigorous academic tradition with accessible community engagement. The city's intellectual landscape is anchored by historic institutions like the University of Glasgow, where serious discourse often spills into public spaces. Yet, beyond the campus walls, intimate venues such as the Byres Road Community Hub foster lively debate among locals, while Waterstones offers a refined setting for author signings and literary discussions. Larger hotels like the Mercure City Hotel accommodate international speakers, bridging global expertise with Scottish curiosity. From the Advanced Research Centre's cutting-edge science sessions to casual evening talks in city centre pubs, the offerings reflect Glasgow's pragmatic yet spirited character. Here, knowledge is shared not merely as information but as conversation, ensuring that ideas flow freely between experts and everyday citizens across diverse neighbourhoods.
As of September 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 95 upcoming talks & lectures events in Glasgow, Strathclyde, including 12 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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FREEReading hour (Glasgow)
📍 Glasgow Green
FREEFree Evening CPD Event for Primary and Secondary Teachers
📍 Scottish Jewish Heritage Centre at Garnethill Synagogue
Glasgow Night 1 - ACOTAR Full Series & Theories Night
📍 Wunderbar
From £22.00
Witch Trial: An Evening with Harriet Tyce
📍 Kilmacolm Primary School
£15.87
FREERSGS Inspiring People Talk: David Hempleman-Adams: A Lifetime of Adventure
📍 The Glasgow Academy Kelvinbridge The Glasgow Academy Colebrooke Street, Glasgow West End
The Centre for Autism Research (CARE@S): Public Lecture
📍 Lord Hope Building
FREEDementia Hour at the Mitchell
📍 Mitchell Library
Glasgow Doors Open Days: Maryhill Burgh Halls Tours
📍 Maryhill Burgh Halls
£0.00
FREETalk: From Walls to a Street Arts District Yardworks: Art, Place & the City
📍 SWG3 Glasgow
FREEGlasgow in Print
📍 Letterspace
Megan Rudden 'Plastic Milk'- Glasgow Pamphlet Launch
📍 Wasps South Block Studios
£1.79 - £11.55
FREEGDODF 2026: HHVJ present a History of Glasgow's Entertainment Scene
📍 5 Florence St
Sheila Masterson in conversation at Waterstones Glasgow Sauchiehall Street
📍 Waterstones
£5.00 - £25.00
FREELaunch of Strike! The Communist Party and the General Strike
📍 New Bridgegate Church/Govanhill Workspace
FREEGlasgow Language Exchange
📍 Nonna Said…
Glasgow Night 2 - The Groom Must Die with Author Paula Johnston
📍 Wunderbar
From £22.00
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Cearcall Còmhraidh (Cnoc Màiri)
📍 The Whitehouse Maryhill
Seminar: Memory and Education
📍 Lord Hope Building
FREERestore the Grid - Escape Room Challenge
📍 SP Scottish Power HQ
Chris Sutton LIVE with A Celtic State of Mind in Glasgow
📍 Barras Art And Design (BAaD)
From £15.00
The Power Hour - One hour to get clear on what’s next.
📍 808 Garscube Rd
£11.55
History of Childhood Talk
📍 Provan Hall
£0.00
PG250 Port Glasgow Shipbuilding – here, there and everywhere
📍 Scottish Maritime Museum, Linthouse Building
£5.00
FREEMothballed Masterpiece: The Past and Future of St Vincent Street Church
📍 Advanced Research Centre (ARC), University of Glasgow
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Talks & Lectures Events in Glasgow — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant talks & lectures scene in Glasgow with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates talks & lectures events from across Glasgow, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
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How many talks & lectures events are on in Glasgow?
There are currently 95 upcoming talks & lectures events in Glasgow. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming talks & lectures in the city.
Are there free talks & lectures events in Glasgow?
Yes — 12 of the current talks & lectures listings in Glasgow are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
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Talks & Lectures Events in Glasgow — Your Complete Guide
Talks and lectures in Glasgow form one of the richest and most democratic parts of the city's intellectual life. On any given week, the city hosts public lectures, panel debates, academic symposia, author readings, TED-style talks, political discussions, and science communication events — many of them free to attend.
Universities, cultural institutions, think tanks, bookshops and independent venues all contribute to a programme that spans every discipline. Science, philosophy, politics, economics, climate, technology, art history, social justice, psychology — if you're curious about it, there's likely a Glasgow talk series covering it.
The city's literary culture dovetails closely with its talks calendar: author events tied to new book releases, conversations between writers, and festivals of ideas fill the diary throughout the year. Many events include a Q&A session, giving audiences the chance to engage directly with speakers in ways rarely possible elsewhere.
Getting the most from talks in Glasgow: follow your favourite venues and curators on social media as many events are announced with only short notice; some of the best talks are free but require advance registration which fills quickly; arrive early for popular events as standing room is rarely available; and consider joining membership schemes at Glasgow's key cultural venues for priority booking and discounts.