This weekend in Glasgow: Puppets, Princesses & Pro Wrestling (A Totally Normal Saturday)

Hey Wee Weekenders,

This weekend is absolutely bursting at the seams with family fun — puppets, bath bombs, planet-saving stand-up, and even a superhero or two. Whether you’re all about crafting, cackling, or catching a coconut macaroon, there’s something for every kind of chaos-loving crew. And with a few Mother’s Day-themed goodies sprinkled in, you can even earn extra brownie points while you’re at it. Win-win.

Here’s what’s happening this weekend:

🥥 Family Baking Session: Coconut Macaroons with Jaz Spears

Ready to whip up some sweet Scottish history? Join Head Pastry Chef Jazmine Spears for a hands-on family baking session where you'll master the art of crafting coconut macaroons. While your treats are baking to perfection, enjoy a family-friendly tour of the iconic Willow Tea Rooms. Suitable for wee ones aged 5-12, but all are welcome. Remember, spots are limited, so book ahead!

📍 Location: Mackintosh at the Willow, 217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3EX
🕒 Time: Saturday, 29th March 2025, 11:30am – 1:30pm
💷 Price: £7 per child (accompanying adults go free)
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👑 Mother’s Day Weekend with a Princess & Superhero

Make Mother's Day extra magical! At this 90-minute celebration, your wee ones will meet Cinderella and Captain USA, snack on cupcakes and juice, and get crafty with a gift-worthy creation for mum. Meanwhile, mums can sip coffee and nibble sweet treats. A memory-making day the whole fam will love!

📍 Wish Upon A Star Kingdom, Roadway 5, Morris Park, Rosyth Road, Glasgow East End G5 0YD
🕒 Saturday, 29 March 2025, 2pm – 3:30pm
💷 £22 per child (includes 1 adult entry)
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🎨 Creative Hangouts: Our Big Show

Get ready for a colourful afternoon! This free family-friendly bash at The Briggait features hundreds of artworks by talented local kids, a hands-on craft station, face painting fun, and a live performance at 2pm that'll steal the show. Bonus: it's dog-friendly, so even your furry sidekick can get in on the arty action.

📍 The Briggait, 141 Bridgegate, Glasgow City Centre G1 5HZ
🕒 Saturday, 29 March 2025, 1pm – 3pm
💷 Free
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🎉 Student Takeover: Family Fun at Kelvin Hall

The students are running the show – and it’s going to be a belter! As part of the Glasgow 850 celebrations, this fun-packed afternoon includes free family workshops and creative activities led by museum studies students. Drop in anytime and join the party – no booking needed!

📍 Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle Street, Glasgow West End G3 8AW
🕒 Saturday, 29 March 2025, 12pm – 3pm
💷 Free
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🌍 Stephen Halkett: Save the Planet Kids Show

Science meets stand-up in this high-energy eco-adventure! Glaswegian comic and science teacher Stephen Halkett brings laughs, games, and planet-saving missions to The Stand. It’s interactive, hilarious, and totally educational (but shhh, the kids won’t notice). Expect prizes, dancing, and plenty of climate-conscious fun!

📍 The Stand Comedy Club, 333 Woodlands Road, Glasgow West End G3 6NG
🕒 Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 March 2025, 1:30pm
💷 £6 (kids) / £8 (adults)
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🛁 Lush Mother’s Day Workshop at Glasgow Fort

Bath bomb makers and card crafters, assemble! Head to Lush Glasgow Fort for a fab 30-minute session where kids (age 5+) can whip up a limited-edition ‘Edamummy’ bath bomb, craft a card, bag a bubble bar, and leave with a goodie bag of sweet-smelling surprises. Perfect prezzie prep for Mother’s Day!

📍 Glasgow Fort, Junction 10 M8, Glasgow East End G34 9DL
🕒 Saturday, 29 March 2025 – multiple time slots available
💷 £10 per child (supervising adults go free)
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🪲 Snug and Grub Catch a Bug!

A giggly, googly-eyed puppet adventure awaits at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre! Follow underground dwellers Snug and Grub as they pop up to discover a bug-hunting mystery, complete with colourful puppets, a quirky set, and toe-tapping tunes. Don’t miss the pre- and post-show puppet crafting fun in the café too!

📍 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, 8–10 Balcarres Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 0QF
🕒 Saturday, 29 March 2025 – 11am & 2pm
💷 £6.95 – £7.95 (optional craft activity: £2–£2.50)
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🤼 Iron Girders Pro Wrestling 18

Ready for some body-slamming, crowd-roaring, high-flying chaos? Iron Girders Gym is throwing down for its 3rd anniversary bash with a jam-packed card of UK wrestling stars, title matches, and tag team showdowns. With family-friendly vibes and serious action, even Granny might dropkick someone (metaphorically, of course).

📍 Iron Girders Gym, 1173 Gallowgate, Glasgow East End G31 4EB
🕒 Saturday, 29 March 2025 — VIP doors 6pm / General admission 6:30pm / Show starts 7pm
💷 Kids £7 / Adults £10 / Family of Four £27 (one kid goes FREE)
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That’s a wrap!

Whether you’re watching puppets, planting trees, or cheering on superheroes in spandex, there’s plenty to keep your wee ones buzzing this weekend.

We’ll see you out there, sleeves rolled up and snacks packed.

Until next time, stay wild and whimsical,

The Wee Weekender Team 💌