🎉 Wee Weekender | 28–29 March – Easter Hunts, Puppet Chaos & Big Bairn Laughs! 🐰🎭😂

Hello Wee Weekenders!

Spring has officially sprung (kind of… it’s still Glasgow), and this weekend is bursting with Easter adventures, theatre magic, and even a comedy show for your big bairns 👀 Whether you’ve got toddlers, tweens or the whole clan in tow, there’s plenty happening to keep everyone entertained—rain or shine!

Here’s what’s on 👇

😂 Bring Yer Big Bairn Comedy Show

Got a P7–S4 kid who thinks TikTok is peak comedy? Time to upgrade their humour. This unique comedy show is designed for parents and their “big bairns,” serving up proper stand-up in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Expect big laughs, a few cheeky jokes (it’s not too squeaky clean!), and a fun first taste of live comedy together.

📍 Gael & Grain, 23 Sandyford Place, Glasgow
⏰ 28 March, 12:15pm
💷 £10 (1 adult + 1 child)
👉 More info

🎡 Clydeside Easter Funland

Think fairground vibes—but without the chaos. This brand new Easter experience brings 20+ rides, inflatables galore, and live entertainment, all wrapped into easy 3-hour sessions. It’s big, bright, and built for families who want maximum fun without the overwhelm.

📍 Clydeside South Street, Glasgow
⏰ 28 March – 19 April (3-hour sessions, see website)
💷 Various ticket options (see website)
👉 More info

🐉 Moon Dragon

A dreamy, gentle theatre show perfect for your tiniest theatre-goers. Follow Bertie the Moon Dragon on a magical quest (with owls, a unicorn, and a couple of daft frogs thrown in) in this beautifully crafted production featuring puppets, music, and interactive fun.

📍 Theatre Royal, 282 Hope Street, Glasgow
⏰ 23 – 28 March (multiple showtimes)
💷 See website for details
👉 More info

🎨 ArtRoots Launch Event – Follow the Art Trail

Fresh air + creativity = a winning combo. Start at Scotstoun, grab your trail map, then wander a scenic route spotting artwork created by local schools and community groups. Expect snacks, nature walks, and hands-on crafts like badge making back at base.

📍 Heart of Scotstoun Community Centre
⏰ 28 March, 10am – 12pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

🐰 Glasgow Fort Hoppy Hatch

An Easter egg hunt with a mission! Follow the clues around Glasgow Fort to help Bertie the Bunny track down his missing eggs—then claim your chocolate prize and a photo with the bunny himself. All for a good cause too 🐣

📍 Glasgow Fort, G34 9DL
⏰ 28 March, 11am – 3pm
💷 £3 donation
👉 More info

🕰️ Hickory Dickory Dock

A classic nursery rhyme gets a hilarious puppet-powered makeover. Expect slapstick silliness, catchy tunes, and colourful characters in this lively show—plus bonus craft activities so the fun doesn’t stop when the curtain drops.

📍 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre
⏰ 28 March, 11am & 2pm
💷 £7.50 – £7.95
👉 More info

🚂 Model Rail Scotland

Got a train-obsessed wee one (or a big one 👀)? This massive exhibition is packed with incredible model railway displays, interactive elements, and plenty to wow all ages. It’s a full-on day out and a firm favourite for a reason.

📍 SEC Centre, Glasgow
⏰ 27 – 29 March
💷 £18 adults / £5 children / £40 family
👉 More info

Whatever you get up to this weekend—egg hunts, puppet shows, or a cheeky laugh with your big bairns—hope it’s a good yin!

Catch you next week,
Wee Weekender 💛