🎃 Wee Weekender | 18–19 October – Pumpkins, Potions & Power Moves: A Monster Mix of Family Fun!

Hey Wee Weekenders!

Halloween is creeping closer, and we’ve conjured up a monster mix of autumn fun for you and the kids.

From wand-making and wrestling to pop-singing princesses, there’s truly something for every tiny pumpkin and spooky grown-up in the bunch.

So grab your wellies, your witch hats, and your best dance moves – the October half term fun starts now!

Here’s what’s happening this weekend...

🎃 Little Scare-lings at Dobbies Braehead

Calling all young witches, wizards, and ghouls! Dobbies Braehead is serving up a magical Halloween tea party, complete with potion brewing, slime labs, wand-making, and spooky games. It’s a bubbling cauldron of fun and food – perfect for little ones who love a touch of spooky sparkle.

📍 Dobbies Braehead, 75 Kings Inch Road, Renfrew G51 4FB
⏰ 18th Oct – 1st Nov 2025 (various times – check website)
💷 £15 per child / from £7.50 per adult
👉 More info

🎃 East Kilbride Pumpkin Trail

It’s back – and it's bigger than ever! Wander through the whimsical Calderglen Country Park where pumpkins hide in every nook and cranny. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect pumpkin or just soaking up autumn magic, this leafy trail is a seasonal must.

📍 Calderglen Country Park, Strathaven Road, East Kilbride G75 0QZ
⏰ 11th – 19th Oct 2025, 10am – 4pm
💷 £4.95 per person
👉 More info

👾 Half Term Retro Game Sessions at R-CADE

Power up the nostalgia! R-CADE is opening its doors extra wide this half term for endless arcade action, classic boardgames and treats in their quirky café. It’s like stepping into a pixelated dream – bring the kids or come feel like one again.

📍 R-CADE, 121 Saltmarket, Glasgow G1 5LF
⏰ 14th – 18th Oct 2025, 12pm – 7pm
💷 £7.50 – £10 (board games from £3)
👉 More info

🤼 Blockbuster Pro Wrestling - Live in Maryhill

Body slams, high-flying heroes, and edge-of-your-seat excitement! This high-energy wrestling night is perfect for families, with top local talent stepping into the ring. Expect big personalities, big moves, and a big reaction from the crowd.

📍 Maryhill Community Central Halls, 304 Maryhill Road, Glasgow G20 7YE
⏰ 18th Oct 2025, 6pm – 9.30pm
💷 £12 – £25
👉 More info

💪 Giants Live World Tour Finals

Watch the strongest men in the world go head-to-head in an arena of pure power! The Hydro will be shaking as 12 muscle-bound giants battle through 7 jaw-dropping challenges. It's loud, proud, and thrilling for kids (and grown-up kids) alike.

📍 OVO Hydro, Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW
⏰ 18th Oct 2025 (check website for schedule)
💷 £41.45 – £285.45
👉 More info

🕯️ Halloween Hideaway Market

Take a walk on the spooky side at this alternative market inside the historic Britannia Panopticon. Expect stalls full of crystals, homeware, jewellery, and all things weird and witchy. Plus tarot readings, sweet treats, and even a licensed bar!

📍 Britannia Panopticon, 113-117 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD
⏰ 18th Oct 2025, 12.30pm – 5.30pm
💷 Adults £2 / Children FREE
👉 More info

👑 Pop Princesses - World Tour

What do you get when you mix fairy tale royalty with chart-topping hits? An epic pop concert perfect for little music lovers! The Pop Princesses are hitting the stage with dazzling performances, catchy tunes, and mega feel-good vibes.

📍 Lanark Memorial Hall, St Leonards Street, Lanark ML11 7AB
⏰ 18th Oct 2025, 2pm
💷 £19
👉 More info

🎤 Encanto Sing-A-Long

🎶 We don’t talk about Bruno… oh yes we do! Belt out your favourite Encanto songs at this magical sing-along screening. With lyrics on screen and full permission to sing your heart out, it’s a feel-good fiesta for all ages.

📍 Lanternhouse, South Kildrum Ring Road, Cumbernauld G67 2UF
⏰ 19th Oct 2025, 2pm
💷 £5 – £10
👉 More info

🚌 SPT Wheels & Thrills Family Day

All aboard for a brilliant (and totally free!) day out at Buchanan Bus Station! Ride vintage buses, watch live theatre, bust some moves, and explore transport displays. With face painting, fancy dress, and a hula hooper thrown in – it’s full steam ahead for family fun.

📍 Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW
⏰ 19th Oct 2025, 12pm – 4pm
💷 FREE
👉 More info

That’s a wrap for this week!

Whether you're potion-mixing or powerlifting (okay, watching powerlifting), there's no shortage of unforgettable fun to enjoy this weekend.

Keep your eyes peeled for pumpkins, sing loud, play harder, and as always – tag us in your adventures, Wee Weekenders!

Catch you next week! 🎃✨