Science, Sport & Spectacles! Top Family Events in Glasgow This Week 🎪⚽🔬

Big adventures for little explorers!

This week is packed with mind-blowing science, energetic sports, and laugh-out-loud entertainment!

Get hands-on at British Science Week, watch pro wrestlers take over Glasgow City Chambers, or let the kids run wild at a Jurassic-themed breakfast.

Feeling creative? Jewellery-making and puppet crafts are on the menu too. And for those who love a bit of classic fun, don’t miss Punch and Judy with Professor Clive!

Scroll down to find out what’s on and start planning your next family outing!

🔬 British Science Week at Glasgow Science Centre

Get ready for a weekend of discovery as Glasgow Science Centre celebrates British Science Week! Meet real scientists, engineers, and mathematicians, take part in hands-on experiments, and explore three floors of interactive exhibits. With exciting shows, workshops, and 3D films, it’s the perfect chance for curious minds to dive into the world of science.

📍 Location: Glasgow Science Centre, 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow South Side G51 1EA
⏰ Time: 13th - 16th March 2025 (see event website for details)
💷 Price: £14.75 per adult / £11.50 per child / £13.50 per concession / under 3s and carers go free
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🦕 Jurassic Breakfast

Start your day with a prehistoric twist at The Marmalade Pot’s Jurassic Breakfast! Enjoy a delicious meal while the restaurant transforms into a dinosaur-themed adventure, complete with kids’ entertainment and a special guest—an almost real-life dinosaur!

📍 Location: Fuzzy Eds Marmalade Pot, Saturn Avenue, Phoenix Business Park, Paisley PA1 2BH
⏰ Time: 16th March 2025, 10am
💷 Price: £8
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🎉 Glasgow’s 850th Birthday Bonanza

Celebrate Glasgow’s big birthday with a one-of-a-kind pro wrestling event inside the stunning City Chambers Banqueting Hall! For the first time ever, family-friendly wrestling action will take over this historic venue, all in support of the Lord Provost’s Charity. Expect an unforgettable night of high-energy entertainment, all for a great cause.

📍 Location: Glasgow City Chambers, George Square, Glasgow City Centre G2 1DU
⏰ Time: 15th March 2025, Doors 6pm / Start 6:30pm
💷 Price: £10 - £17.50
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🎭 Jack and the Beanstalk

Watch Jack take on a GIANT problem in this fun and interactive puppet show at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre. With plenty of laughs and adventure, it’s a delight for both kids and grown-ups. Stick around before or after the show for craft activities, where little ones can colour and create their own puppets and masks.

📍 Location: Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, 8-10 Balcarres Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 0QF
⏰ Time: 15th - 16th March 2025
▪️ Saturday: 11am & 2pm
▪️ Sunday: 11am
💷 Price: £6.95 - £7.95
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💎 Jewellery Making Class – Charm Bracelets

Get creative with this hands-on jewellery-making workshop at Creative Bloc. Learn how to use basic beading tools to design and craft your own colourful charm bracelet, with plenty of beads, chains, and silver-plated charms to choose from. Suitable for beginners and ages 8+, this is a perfect way to try something new and take home a handmade accessory.

📍 Location: Creative Bloc Glasgow, 814 Garscube Road, Glasgow West End G20 7ET
⏰ Time: 15th March 2025, 10:30am - Midday
💷 Price: £15
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🥣 Soup Group: Kids Show!

Get ready for joyously silly fun as Soup Group brings their absurd, high-energy comedy show to The Stand. Packed with physical comedy, clowning, and interactive fun, this is a show where anything can happen—perfect for kids and grown-ups who love a bit of nonsense. Part of the Glasgow International Comedy Festival, it's a laugh-out-loud treat for the whole family.

📍 Location: The Stand Comedy Club, 333 Woodlands Road, Glasgow West End G3 6NG
⏰ Time: 15th March 2025, 2pm
💷 Price: From £6 + booking fee
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⚽ Pollok United Soccer Academy Tiny Tots

Introduce your little one to the world of football with this fun and engaging session designed for kids aged 1-3. Focused on movement, balance, and coordination, these playful activities help toddlers develop key skills while making new friends in a supportive environment. No competition, just lots of fun!

📍 Location: Nethercraigs Sport Complex, 355 Corkerhill Road, Glasgow South Side G52 1RR
⏰ Time: 16th March 2025, 11am - Midday (runs weekly)
💷 Price: £3
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🎭 Professor Clive: That’s The Way To Do It!

Join Professor Clive for an afternoon of classic Punch and Judy fun, complete with juggling, plate spinning, marionettes, and plenty of laughs. Expect all the usual chaos as Mr Punch, Judy, the Crocodile, and even the sausages take centre stage. Stick around before or after the show for craft activities where kids can make their own puppets and masks.

📍 Location: Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, 8-10 Balcarres Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 0QF
⏰ Time: 16th March 2025, 2pm
💷 Price: £6.95 - £7.95
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That’s the way to do it!

With so much happening this week, we hope you and the kids find something exciting, inspiring, or just downright hilarious to enjoy. If you check out any of these events, let us know—we’d love to hear about your adventures!

See you next time with more great family fun. 🎉