Talks & Lectures Events in Glasgow
52 upcoming talks & lectures events
Glasgow’s intellectual heart beats with a compelling rhythm, offering a rich tapestry of talks and lectures that delve into everything from the city's storied industrial past to cutting-edge scientific discoveries. You'll find impassioned discussions unfolding in historic spaces like Kelvin Hall, alongside more intimate gatherings at beloved bookshops such as Waterstones. Expect a curious and engaged audience, eager to explore new ideas and challenge perspectives. From academic explorations at Glasgow Museums Resource Centre to engaging presentations at the Mercure Glasgow City Hotel, the city’s commitment to knowledge sharing is evident, drawing speakers and listeners alike into a stimulating exchange of thought.
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 52 upcoming talks & lectures events in Glasgow, Strathclyde, including 16 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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In Conversation with Barbara Dickson
📍 Oran Mor
An Evening with JD Kirk in Conversation with Alex Gray
📍 Bridge of Weir Parish Church
£13.70
Secrets of Embroidery: Clare Hunter in conversation with Emma Inglis
📍 Provan Hall
FREEKnowledge machine or cloak of (in)visibility?
📍 Garnethill Multicultural Centre
FREEInformation Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path
📍 Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
Kiss Me Down Under – Book Launch Night
📍 Revolution Glasgow - Mitchell Street
£6.13 - £22.38
432 Presents: Craig Ferguson - Lessons from the Length of America
📍 Saint Luke's
FREELennoxtown Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream Stephen McGinty
📍 Lennoxtown Library and Community Hub
FREELennoxtown Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream: Tom Holland
📍 Lennoxtown Library and Community Hub
Building High Performing Rescue and Clinical Teams (Part 1)
📍 Online (Zoom Webinar)
FREEWhat Makes Us Human in the Age of AI?
📍 The Admiral Woods
FREESustainability Salon: Neighbourhood-scale infrastructure
📍 Sir Alwyn Williams Building, room 423
FREEMilngavie Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream: Chris Brookmyre
📍 Milngavie Library
FREEMairi Kidd, Marion Gibson & Steven Veerapen: The Witching Hour Livestream
📍 Partick Library
FREEMilngavie Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream: Tom Holland
📍 Milngavie Library
FREEMilngavie Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream Alexander McCall Smith
📍 Milngavie Library
FREESupertato Silliness with Paul Linnet Livestream
📍 Mitchell Library
FREEMilngavie Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream : Lorraine Kelly
📍 Milngavie Library
Bookface Sip & Swap with Adele Parks
📍 MAISON by Glaschu Princes Square Buchanan Street, Glasgow City Centre
£35.00
FREEMilngavie Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream Stephen McGinty
📍 Milngavie Library
FREEMilngavie Library Edinburgh Festival Live Stream: Frank Dikötter
📍 Milngavie Library
FREEPlatter and Patter: Decolonising Narratives of the Brit
📍 Edward House
Ann MacKinnon:The Great Tapestry | SWC Events | The Griffin
📍 The Griffin
£0.00
FREEThe Mitchell Library Death Cafes, Glasgow: March - November 2026
📍 The Mitchell Library, Glasgow Room
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Talks & Lectures Events in Glasgow — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant talks & lectures scene in Glasgow with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates talks & lectures events from across Glasgow, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
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How many talks & lectures events are on in Glasgow?
There are currently 52 upcoming talks & lectures events in Glasgow. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming talks & lectures in the city.
Are there free talks & lectures events in Glasgow?
Yes — 16 of the current talks & lectures listings in Glasgow are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
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Talks & Lectures Events in Glasgow — Your Complete Guide
Talks and lectures in Glasgow form one of the richest and most democratic parts of the city's intellectual life. On any given week, the city hosts public lectures, panel debates, academic symposia, author readings, TED-style talks, political discussions, and science communication events — many of them free to attend.
Universities, cultural institutions, think tanks, bookshops and independent venues all contribute to a programme that spans every discipline. Science, philosophy, politics, economics, climate, technology, art history, social justice, psychology — if you're curious about it, there's likely a Glasgow talk series covering it.
The city's literary culture dovetails closely with its talks calendar: author events tied to new book releases, conversations between writers, and festivals of ideas fill the diary throughout the year. Many events include a Q&A session, giving audiences the chance to engage directly with speakers in ways rarely possible elsewhere.
Getting the most from talks in Glasgow: follow your favourite venues and curators on social media as many events are announced with only short notice; some of the best talks are free but require advance registration which fills quickly; arrive early for popular events as standing room is rarely available; and consider joining membership schemes at Glasgow's key cultural venues for priority booking and discounts.