🎉 Wee Weekender | 7–8 March – Rockstars, Comics & Magical Windows! ✨👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Hey Wee Weekenders! 👋

The first weekend of March is absolutely bursting with things to do around Glasgow and beyond.

From rock-star theatre shows and comic con adventures to creative workshops and glowing community art trails, there’s something for every age (and every energy level).

Whether you’ve got a tiny bookworm, a mini superhero, or a crafty creator in the family, this weekend’s lineup has you covered.

Here’s what’s on! 🎉

🎸 Justin Live – Justin Time to Rock

CBeebies superstar Justin Fletcher is heading to Glasgow with a brand-new stage show packed with singing, dancing, comedy and plenty of rock ‘n’ roll fun. Justin and his friends are building the ultimate band — but they’ll need the audience’s help choosing the best songs to perform. Expect well-known tunes, lots of laughs and a high-energy show that’ll have the whole family dancing in their seats.

📍 The Pavilion Theatre, 121 Renfield Street, Glasgow
⏰ 8 March 2026 — 11am & 2.30pm
💷 £22 – £24
👉 More info

🦸 POWER Comic Con Glasgow

Calling all superheroes, gamers and cosplay fans! POWER Comic Con lands at the SEC this weekend for two days of pop-culture fun. Expect special guests from TV, gaming and comics, epic cosplay competitions, interactive gaming zones, props and set displays, plus loads of activities for kids. If you’ve got a little Marvel fan or anime enthusiast at home, this one’s a guaranteed hit.

📍 SEC Centre, Exhibition Way, Glasgow
⏰ 7–8 March 2026 (see event website for schedule)
💷 See event website for ticket details
👉 More info

🎉 Rutherglen Town Hall 21st Birthday Celebration

Rutherglen Town Hall is turning 21 and throwing a massive family party to celebrate! Expect a jam-packed afternoon with a silent disco, interactive shows with the Funtron 3000, roaming magic, arts and crafts, balloon modelling, museum games and more. There are even Bookbug rhyme sessions for the littlest visitors and a quiet sensory room for anyone needing a calm space.

📍 Rutherglen Town Hall, 139 Main Street, Rutherglen
⏰ 7 March 2026 — 11am–3pm
💷 See event website for ticket details
👉 More info

🪨 The Scottish Geologist: Luisa Hendry

Got a curious kid who loves the outdoors? Join Luisa Hendry (The Scottish Geologist) for a lively and interactive event all about Scotland’s incredible rocks, landscapes and hidden geological stories. With her infectious enthusiasm and fascinating discoveries, Luisa will have everyone looking at the ground beneath their feet in a whole new way.

📍 Erskine Arts, Kilpatrick Drive, Erskine
⏰ 7 March 2026 — 11am–2pm
💷 Pay What You Can
👉 More info

🎨 Crafty Kids Workshop – Mother’s Day Special

Looking for a meaningful Mother’s Day gift made with tiny hands? This sweet workshop at Finlaystone Estate lets kids create their own ceramic keepsake — either a jewellery dish using their handprint or a handmade candle holder. Little makers will also craft a Mother’s Day card, enjoy hot chocolate, and get full-day access to the estate.

📍 Finlaystone Country Estate, Langbank
⏰ 8 March 2026 — 1pm–3pm
💷 £20 (Adult + Child ticket)
👉 More info

🛍️ More Than A Market

Pop along to Cathcart Baptist Church for a relaxed community mini-market filled with handmade gifts, local sellers and creative goodies. Perfect if you’re on the hunt for a Mother’s Day present — and kids can enjoy face painting while you browse. Tea, coffee and snacks are available too, with donations supporting a community building project.

📍 Cathcart Baptist Church, 96 Merrylee Road, Glasgow
⏰ 7 March 2026 — 1pm–4pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

✨ Strathbungo Window Wanderland

One of the Southside’s most magical community events returns! Window Wanderland transforms the streets of Strathbungo into a glowing outdoor gallery as residents create imaginative window displays for everyone to enjoy. Wrap up warm, take a wander through the neighbourhood, and see what creative surprises appear around every corner.

📍 Strathbungo, Glasgow South Side
⏰ 7 March 2026 (see event website for details)
💷 Free
👉 More info

📚 Wee Write Family Day

Young bookworms won’t want to miss this brilliant festival of stories and creativity at The Mitchell Library. This year’s theme celebrates magical and fantastical storytelling — think dragons, daring adventures and loads of imagination. With workshops, storytelling sessions, crafts and events featuring authors and illustrators, it’s a dream day out for little readers.

📍 The Mitchell Library, North Street, Glasgow
⏰ 7 March 2026 (see event website for programme)
💷 Free (booking required)
👉 More info

That’s your weekend sorted, Wee Weekenders! 🎉

Whether you’re rocking out with Justin, hunting for handmade treasures, wandering through glowing windows or raising the next generation of comic-con cosplayers, there are loads of brilliant ways to get out and about with the kids this weekend.

Have a fantastic one — and if you end up somewhere brilliant, we’d love to hear about it!

See you next week👋
The Wee Weekender Team