🌞 Wee Weekender | 15-17 August Bagpipes, Bluey & Bat Hunts: A Mega Weekend of Family Fun!

Hello, Wee Weekenders!

This weekend is basically bursting at the seams — we’ve got bagpipes, superheroes, princesses, police stations, bats, and even roaming dinosaurs.

If you can’t find something fun to do, you might actually be trying not to have fun.

So grab your diary, sharpen a pencil (or crayon, no judgement), and let’s see what mischief you can get up to across Glasgow and beyond!

🎩 Lanarkshire Police Open Day

Step behind the badge for a peek at what goes on inside Motherwell Police Station! Meet officers, tour the cells (don’t worry, they’ll let you out), explore emergency vehicles, and enjoy a range of family-friendly activities. The morning session is low-stimulus with BSL interpretation for a relaxed start, followed by general sessions in the afternoon.
📍 Motherwell Police Station, 217 Windmillhill Street, Motherwell ML1 1RZ
⏰ Sat 16th Aug – 10am-12pm (low-stimulus), 12pm-2pm & 2pm-4pm
💷 Free (booking required)
👉 More info

🦸 Film & Comic Con Glasgow

Get your geek on at Braehead Arena for a weekend of celebrity meet-and-greets, autograph sessions, photo ops, trader stalls, and cosplay galore. Whether you’re there to hunt down rare collectibles or just marvel at the costumes, it’s a pop culture paradise.
📍 Braehead Arena, Kings Inch Road, Renfrew G51 4BP
⏰ Sat 16th Aug (9am-6pm) & Sun 17th Aug (10am-5pm)
💷 From £6
👉 More info

🥁 World Pipe Band Championships

Glasgow Green transforms into a sea of tartan and music as 200 bands from across the globe compete for the ultimate piping prize. Expect stirring performances, international visitors, and an atmosphere so Scottish you might spontaneously crave shortbread.
📍 Glasgow Green, Greendyke Street, Glasgow G1 5DB
⏰ Fri 15th & Sat 16th Aug – see website for full schedule
💷 See website for ticket details
👉 More info

🦇 Bat Night at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond

Step into the twilight and join the experts to track down bats in their natural habitat. Learn about the species living in the area, use special bat detectors, and enjoy a magical evening walk under the stars.
📍 RSPB Loch Lomond Nature Reserve, Gartocharn
⏰ Sat 16th Aug – 7.45pm-9.45pm
💷 £6-£12 (booking essential)
👉 More info

🎨 Anyone Can Draw

Think you can’t draw? Think again. Illustrator Tintin Lindkvist Nielsen will help you see shapes, understand form, and use drawing as a tool for fun and expression. Perfect for kids, adults, and anyone willing to give it a go.
📍 Cass Art Glasgow, 63-67 Queen Street, Glasgow G1 3EN
⏰ Sun 17th Aug – 2pm-4pm
💷 £20 (all materials included)
👉 More info

🎤 Miss Rachel Tribute & Bluey Mascot

Get ready for toddler heaven — a high-energy party packed with singing, dancing, games, and photo ops with Miss Rachel Tribute Scotland and a real-life Bluey mascot. Perfect for little ones who like their weekends loud, fun, and full of movement.
📍 Eala Bhan, 1534 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow G43 1RF
⏰ Sun 17th Aug – 11.30am-1.30pm
💷 Child £15 / Adult £5
👉 More info

👑 Princess Afternoon Tea

An enchanting afternoon awaits at Hampden Park, where Sleeping Beauty, Belle, and Cinderella will be ready to greet you for games, prizes, and a delicious children’s afternoon tea. Perfect for any little prince or princess who loves a sprinkle of fairy-tale magic.
📍 Hampden Park, Glasgow G42 9BA
⏰ Sun 17th Aug – 2pm-4pm
💷 £25 per child / £8 per adult / £55 per family ticket (2 adults + 2 children)
👉 More info

🦖 Kirkintilloch Big Weekend

A brand new summer celebration taking over the town with live music, roaming dinosaurs, classic cars, and a brilliant food market. Throw in plenty of kids’ entertainment and local stalls, and you’ve got a weekend-long excuse to keep the whole family out and about.
📍 Kirkintilloch Town Centre
⏰ Fri 15th Aug (6pm-late), Sat 16th Aug (Midday-late), Sun 17th Aug (Midday-8pm)
💷 Free
👉 More info

🌈 That’s a wrap!

Whether you’re chasing bats, belting out bagpipes, dancing with Bluey, or strolling past a dinosaur in Kirkintilloch, this weekend is seriously stacked. Just remember to take photos — half the fun is showing your pals on Monday what a good time they missed!