Wee Weekender: Santa, Sparkles, and Seasonal Cheer for the Kids! 🌟

Hey Wee Weekenders! 🎅 

The countdown to Christmas is well and truly on, and Glasgow is bursting with festive fun this week.

Whether you’re in the mood for crafting keepsakes, meeting Santa, or soaking up holiday vibes at a Christmas market, we’ve got your weekend plans sorted.

So grab your favourite Christmas jumper, pour yourself a mulled wine (or juice for the wee ones), and dive into our festive lineup! 🎄✨

🎵 Music Bus Christmas Parties (With Santa)

All aboard the jingle bus! Join Music Bus Glasgow South for a festive bash tailor-made for your little elves aged 0-5. Kick off with a merry Music Bus session packed with Christmas songs, props, puppets, and, of course, bubbles and stickers galore. Then, the main event: a cozy chat with Santa in his grotto. Capture the moment with a family snap by the festive balloon arch. After all that excitement, unwind with some home-baked goodies and a cuppa while the wee ones get creative at the colouring table or have a blast in the baby corner. Don your most dazzling Christmas jumpers and make magical memories together!

📍 Newlands South Church, 37 Riverside Road, Glasgow South Side G43 2EG
⏰ 14th December 2024; sessions at 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:30 PM
💷 £15 (admits one child and up to two adults)
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🎄 Lambhill Stables Christmas Fayre

Get ready for a festive extravaganza at Lambhill Stables! Join us for a day brimming with holiday cheer, featuring live reindeer, Santa's Grotto, arts and crafts, carnival rides, and our annual Christmas Lottery. It's the perfect outing to immerse your family in the Christmas spirit.

📍 Lambhill Stables, 11 Canal Bank North, Glasgow G22 6RD
⏰ Saturday, 14th December 2024, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
💷 Free entry
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🎄 Jingle Bell-a-Houston Christmas Market

Get ready for Glasgow's biggest indoor Christmas market, the Jingle Bell-a-Houston Christmas Market! Hosted by Too Good To Throw Market Events, this festive extravaganza features over 70 stalls brimming with handmade crafts, delicious Christmas treats, and perfect gifts for the season. Rain or shine, the fun is all indoors. Special guest Santa Claus will be spreading holiday cheer, and a DJ will keep the atmosphere merry with festive tunes.

📍 Glasgow Club Bellahouston, Bellahouston Drive, Glasgow South Side G52 1HH
⏰ Sunday, 15th December 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM
💷 £1.50 per person; accompanied under 16s free
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🎨 Kids Festive Pottery Painting

Let your wee ones unleash their inner artists this festive season at Art Space G41! Children can paint pre-made pottery items, transforming them into unique masterpieces. These creations make perfect decorations for your home or cherished keepsakes for years to come. Create precious family memories this holiday season!

📍 Art Space G41, Unit 11, 124 Kilmarnock Road, Glasgow South Side G41 3NN
⏰ 14th December 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💷 £6 per child (plus chosen bisque ware on the day); adults wishing to participate require a separate £7 ticket
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🕌 Aladdin

Join Theatre Presto at the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre for a magical retelling of Aladdin, set in Edinburgh's China Town. This family-friendly panto is brimming with Eastern-Scottish charm and promises a delightful theatrical experience. Arrive early or stay after the show to enjoy craft activities, including colour-in and cut-out puppets and mask kits, perfect for keeping the wee ones entertained.

📍 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, 8-10 Balcarres Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 0QF
⏰ 14th to 21st December 2024; various showtimes
💷 £10.95 - £14.95
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🎄 Byres Road Christmas Market

Get into the festive spirit at the Byres Road Christmas Market! Held at Hillhead Library, this market features 25 artisan traders offering vintage homewares, fine jewellery, home baking, seasonal crafts, hand-poured candles, plants, illustrations, art, and photography. It's the perfect spot to find unique gifts and enjoy the holiday atmosphere.

📍 Hillhead Library, 348 Byres Road, Glasgow West End G12 8AP
⏰ Saturdays, 14th and 21st December 2024, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
💷 £1 entry (Children free)
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🎶 Ceilidh Tots Christmas Concert

Get ready to jig and reel with your wee ones at the Ceilidh Tots Christmas Concert! Designed for preschoolers, this festive gathering offers a relaxed setting where families can enjoy live Scottish music. Children are free to roam, dance, and even join in with mini instruments. Expect traditional tunes, Christmas classics, and interactive fun with parachute games and bubbles. After the music, mingle with other families over a cuppa. It's a heartwarming way to introduce your little ones to the joys of Scottish culture this holiday season.

📍 29th Glasgow Scout Group, 147 Mossgiel Road, Glasgow South Side G43 2BY
⏰ 14th & 15th December 2024; sessions at 9:45 AM & 11:00 AM
💷 £10 per family
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🎀 Christmas Charm Bracelet Class

Get into the holiday spirit with Creative Bloc Studio and create beautiful charm bracelets, perfect as a keepsake or personalised gift this Christmas. No experience necessary—the expert instructor will guide you through the process step by step. You'll get to choose from a wide selection of holiday-themed charms (silver plated) with unlimited accent beads, bells, and ribbon. Bring your friends and family together for a memorable morning of creativity and cheer! Suitable for all the family aged 10 and up.

📍 Creative Bloc Glasgow, 814 Garscube Road, Glasgow West End G20 7ET
⏰ 14th December 2024, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
💷 £15 per person
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🎬 Community Cinema: Paddington in Peru (PG)

Join us for a delightful screening of Paddington in Peru, where everyone's favorite bear embarks on a heartwarming adventure back to his homeland to visit Aunt Lucy. With the Brown family by his side, expect a journey filled with mystery, laughter, and, of course, marmalade sandwiches.

📍 The Pyramid at Anderston, 759 Argyle Street, Glasgow West End G3 8DS
⏰ Saturday, 14th December 2024, at 3:45 PM
💷 £5 per ticket (+booking fee)
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🎄 Ingram Street Christmas Market

Step into a boutique winter wonderland at the Ingram Street Christmas Market! Explore luxury stalls offering handcrafted gifts, indulge in delicious food and seasonal drinks, and relax in our cozy seating area. Don't miss the magical Santa's Grotto, where children can meet Santa and receive a small gift. Join us for festive shopping and holiday cheer!

📍 Ingram Street Market, 58 Ingram Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1EX
⏰ 14th, 15th, 21st, and 22nd December 2024; 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
💷 Free entry; Santa's Grotto £5 + booking fee
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🎄 Dockyard Social Christmas Markets

Get into the festive spirit at Dockyard Social's Christmas Markets! Explore a variety of independent traders offering unique gifts for your loved ones. Enjoy Christmas-themed street food, mulled wine, and hot cider, all set to the sounds of holiday classics. Bring the whole family—including the furry ones—for a cozy and festive day out.

📍 The Dockyard Social, 95–107 Haugh Road, Glasgow West End G3 8TX
⏰ 8th and 15th December 2024, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💷 £10 (includes a festive welcome drink)
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And there you have it, Wee Weekenders—your ticket to a magical weekend filled with Christmas cheer!

Whether you’re jigging at a ceilidh, crafting a charm bracelet, or snapping a selfie with Santa, we hope your family makes memories to treasure.

Keep those festive vibes going and don’t forget to share your adventures with us!

Until next time, stay merry and bright! 🎁🎉