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EVENTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY
European Athletics Indoor Championships
1 – 3 Mar, Emirates Arena
A number of the world’s leading athletes will descend on Glasgow’s Emirates Arena as the European Athletics return to Glasgow for the first time since 1990. 650 athletes from more than 45 nations have set their sights on glory across three action-packed days.
Wee Write! Glasgow’s Book Festival for Children and Youngsters
2 Mar, Mitchell Library and various venues across the city
The fun-filled family day at this year’s Aye Write! Book Festival has a wonderful mix of authors, illustrators and storytellers, offering
something for every age and stage. Wee Write! favourites including Coo Clayton (above) and Alison Soye will read at storytelling events with family workshops adding to a great day out.
Wild Cabaret Family Show
17 and 24 Feb, 3, 10, 17 and 24 Mar, Wild Cabaret
Head to Wild Cabaret’s lunchtime show for circus-themed fun. Dancers, aerial acrobats and magicians will keep the kids entertained as you enjoy a cheeky refreshment. The afternoon includes carvery options with kids under 12 eating for free with a full paying adult.
The Music of Harry Potter by RSNO
Mar 16, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
Hear your favourite music from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone right through to The Deathly Hallows – brought thrillingly to life by the musical wizardry of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
Annie
15 – 20 Apr, King’s Theatre Glasgow
Annie the musical rolls into town with brilliant actors sure to wow audiences of all ages. The remake of the Broadway classic is an upbeat show packed with hit songs such as ‘It’s a Hard Knock Life’ making it hard not to sing along.
Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom
24 – 25 May. Theatre Royal at King’s Theatre The makers of Peppa Pig are bringing the BAFTA award-winning television phenomenon to the stage in Glasgow. Join Ben & Holly and the whole gang for a magical musical adventure full of stories, games and family fun.