July
By Tracy Mukherjee
Top for Music
Glasgow Summer Sessions in Bellahouston Park have been taking place since 2013. The concert season held in June and July every year has played host to some amazing acts over the years: The Killers, Calvin Harris and Eminem have all graced the southside stage. The 2026 line-up keeps the big names legacy going. Prepare to don bald-cap and shades for the Pitbull concert. Brush up on your lyrics for the anthemic Kings of Leon. And dressing in black from top to toe, marvel at the ‘high energy vocals’ of My Chemical Romance.
The Sessions are a different scale, a different vibe, cater for different artists from our own Summer Nights at the Bandstand, but that’s the beauty of our city – a city that embraces every kind of music fan.
Summer Sessions Glasgow
Bellahouston Park
27th June – 4th July
w smmrsessions.com/locations/glasgow
Top For Inclusivity
Glasgow’s Pride returns on Saturday the 18th July. An event filled with celebration and energy; it’s been known under several names. What has remained constant is the organisation’s commitment to inclusion. A highlight of the day is The Pride March: colourful, flamboyant and full of community groups coming together.
This year sees the return of The Pride Market with local makers, artisans and charities attending. And throughout the day, performances of music and dance will take place on stage. Fingers crossed for sunshine in Glasgow for Glasgow’s Pride.
Glasgow’s Pride
Saturday 18th July
w glasgowspride.org
Top for Kelvingrove Festivals
It’s a busy old time in Kelvingrove this July. On the first weekend, we see the return of the Glasgow Mela. Based on the traditions of the Indian sub-continent, the Glasgow Mela is a favourite staple in our summer calendar. Visitors can expect global music and dance acts – everything from Bhangra to Samba, singing, dancing and of course, drumming.
Originating from Sanskrit and meaning ‘to meet’, the Mela represents ‘a coming together of many peoples, from varied cultures, to celebrate their shared diversity’. The Mela started in 1990 as part of Glasgow’s celebrations as European City of Culture.
On the day, visitors will see renowned international artists and performers playing alongside local groups from wide-ranging Glasgow communities. The family event provides a great mix of activities, entertainment, arts and our favourite, fantastic food.
The Glasgow Mela is the best of Glasgow: all communities, diversities and faiths coming together simply to enjoy the day.
Glasgow Mela
Kelvingrove Park
Sunday 5th July
w glasgowlife.org.uk/arts-music-and-culture/glasgow-mela
