WOMAD Glasgow

02/06/2026

Glasgow Life is deeply disappointed to confirm that WOMAD Glasgow, scheduled to take place in Kelvingrove Park on 03 and 04 July, will no longer go ahead. This has been a difficult decision and one that has not been taken lightly. Since announcing the event, Glasgow Life and WOMAD have worked together to bring the world-renowned festival to Scotland for the first time.

WOMAD Glasgow was an ambitious first edition of a globally respected festival. While audience response to the programme and the vision for the event was extremely positive, ticket sales did not reach the level required to deliver the festival sustainably in its inaugural year. This reflects the challenge of launching a new large-scale event in a competitive and crowded market at this time.

We know this news will be hugely disappointing, particularly for those who have already purchased tickets, and we sincerely apologise for that. We would also like to thank the many artists, contractors, suppliers, partners and stakeholders who have supported plans for the event over recent months.

Affected customers will receive a full refund and access to discounted tickets for WOMAD in Neston Park, North Wiltshire 23-26 July 2026.

28/05/2026

You never know who you’ll bump into in the West End 🤯🎻

We gave Kelvingrove Park a lunchtime to remember with a surprise set right on Picnic Hill!

This is the energy we’re bringing back to the park in July. You won't want to leave your festival spot for a minute, because magic happens when you least expect it 💥

Send this to someone who missed out yesterday 👇 and find out more about

26/05/2026

Global Sounds. Glasgow Energy 🎆

Many of our artists have travelled the world with WOMAD, and a few are bringing it home to Scotland this July!

Come and share 2 joyous days of music without borders in Kelvingrove Park 🎫

18/05/2026

18/05/2026

Kelvingrove Park like you’ve never seen it before 🌳

Hear the sound of 22 countries as the park comes alive at WOMAD Glasgow this July 🎶

🗓️ Friday 3 & Saturday 4 July 2026

13/05/2026

WOMAD is a pretty unique festival set up, with minimum 1 hour slots for all of our main acts!

⌚ The programme is timed to allow you to catch all artists when they're on stage.

You can fill your time in between with wellness, workshops and activities for all ages 🤹‍♀️🧘‍♂️

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

There's so much for wee ones to enjoy at WOMAD Glasgow 🎈🎉

07/05/2026

🚨 Scam Alert 🚨

We’ve been made aware of a third party claiming to be in charge of vendors for WOMAD Glasgow and seeking payment in return for securing a spot. Please be advised that this account is not legitimate.

Glasgow Life will control catering for WOMAD Glasgow 2026, and any correspondence relating to this will only come from email addresses ending in .org.uk.

If you’re contacted by any other account, please do not engage and report it.

Stay vigilant and help us spread the word.

07/05/2026

Glasgow Life has revealed a bumper 2026 Summer of Events programme which will see standout local, national and international artists wow crowds across the city!