☀️ Wee Weekender | 21–22 June 2025 | Skates, Stalls & Solstice Vibes

Hey there, Wee Weekenders!

School’s not quite out yet—but summer vibes are very much in the air.

Whether your wee crew is into circus thrills, street sports, or belting out a power ballad (we see you, Southside rockstars), we’ve got something for every type of weekend warrior.

Sunscreen? Optional. Energy? Essential.

Here’s what’s happening this weekend:

 🛹 Riverside Jam: Urban Sports Weekend

The Riverside Museum’s forecourt becomes an open-air arena of BMX, skateboarding, graffiti, breakdancing and DJ sets—all free and all full-on. No need to book, just turn up and let the good vibes roll. Great for thrill-seeking kids, teens, and curious grown-ups alike!

📍 Riverside Museum, 100 Pointhouse Road, G3 8RS
⏰ Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June, 11am–7pm
💷 Free entry
👉 More info

🤸 Active Future – Open Day

Get ready for a high-energy taster day packed with Futsal, Nerf battles, dodgeball, and more! Active Future's very first Open Day is perfect for wee whirlwinds who love to move. Only 50 spots are available, so book quick and let the mayhem begin!

📍 Park Villa Community Sports Hub, 337 Langlands Road, G51 4AW
⏰ Saturday 21 June, 12pm–2pm
💷 Free, but booking required
👉 More info

🎉 Include Me 2 Club Family Festival

It’s back and it’s bigger than ever! The IM2C Family Festival returns to Barrhead with a full day of music, funfair rides, bounce zones, food trucks, market stalls and good vibes all round. It’s an inclusive, family-first celebration with something for absolutely everyone—don’t miss the biggest party of the summer!

📍 Cowan Park, Darnley Road, Barrhead, G78 1TA
⏰ Saturday 21 June, 12pm–7pm
💷 Free entry
👉 More info

🛍️ Bungo in the Back Lanes

This beloved Strathbungo street festival is back, turning hidden lanes into treasure troves of bric-a-brac, vintage finds, homemade goodies, lemonade stands and… maybe even races or a random antiques shed (yes, really). Expect tunes, stalls, and proper community spirit from Nithsdale Road to Thorncliffe Gardens.

📍 Between Nithsdale Road and Thorncliffe Gardens, Strathbungo, Glasgow South Side
⏰ Saturday 21 June, 1pm–5pm
💷 Free entry
👉 More info

🌌 Deep Sky 2D in IMAX

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a trip to the stars—literally. Deep Sky beams breathtaking images from NASA’s Webb Telescope straight onto the IMAX screen at Glasgow Science Centre. This epic 45-minute space voyage is perfect for budding astronauts, science fans, and starry-eyed dreamers.

📍 Glasgow Science Centre, 50 Pacific Quay, G51 1EA
⏰ Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June, 3pm–3.45pm
💷 £6.50 (standard), £7.50 (combo with hot drink)
👉 More info

🎪 Circus Vegas at Silverburn

Roll up, roll up! Circus Vegas is back in Glasgow with jaw-dropping stunts, high-flying acrobatics, and a Wheel of Death you actually need to see to believe. This all-human, high-octane spectacle blends Las Vegas-style glitz with fearless talent from across the globe. Three shows on Saturday, two on Sunday—take your pick and prepare to be wowed.

📍 Silverburn Shopping Centre, Green Car Park, 763 Barrhead Road, G53 6QR
⏰ Saturday 21 June – 2pm, 5pm & 7.45pm
 Sunday 22 June – 12pm & 3pm
💷 Tickets £10–£34
👉 More info

🛒 Dockyard Social Summer Market

Foodies and shoppers, rejoice! Dockyard Social is packing its West End space with quirky indie stalls, street food legends, and tasty cocktails this Sunday. Expect handmade gifts, wild rugs, welded jewellery, and mouthwatering scran from some of Glasgow’s best traders. It’s a colourful, chaotic, and very cool way to spend a Sunday with the fam.

📍 The Dockyard Social, 95–107 Haugh Road, G3 8TX
⏰ Sunday 22 June, 12pm–5pm
💷 £7 entry
👉 More info

🎶 South Side Rock Choir at Pollok Park

Get ready to sing your heart out—or at least sway along! The South Side Rock Choir is performing live outside the Burrell Collection as part of the Glasgow 850 celebrations. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic, and enjoy a soulful Sunday in one of the city’s loveliest green spots.

📍 Pollok Country Park (outside the Burrell Collection), 2060 Pollokshaws Road, G43 1AT
⏰ Sunday 22 June, 2pm–3.30pm
💷 Free entry
👉 More info

That’s the sun-soaked lot, Wee Weekenders!

From lane parties to lunar missions, this weekend's bursting with energy, colour, and probably the odd glitter tattoo. Whether you're dodging Nerf darts or dodging the sun under a market stall canopy, we hope it’s full of fun (and snacks).

We'll be back next Wednesday with more weekend picks—until then, tag us in your adventures and keep your wee crew curious!

— ✨ The Wee Weekender Team