The free event kicked off outside of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in the city’s West End at 2pm on Sunday.
It was held as part of WestFest, a community-led cultural festival, taking place between June 1 and 28.
Outdoor ceilidh at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (Image: Glasgow Times)
Outdoor ceilidh at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (Image: Glasgow Times)
Revellers gathered at the steps which face onto Argyle Street, eagerly waiting for their cue to start dancing.
With no tickets required and the promise of a live musical performance from the Glasgow Folk-Music Workshop, it was one not to miss.
Attendees were encouraged to learn as they went and join in all of the dances.
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This year’s WestFest features around 300 events at more than 60 venues across Glasgow’s West End.
The festival is now in its fourth year and aims to build on last year’s edition, which attracted more than 110,000 visitors.
Outdoor ceilidh at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (Image: Glasgow Times)
Outdoor ceilidh at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (Image: Glasgow Times)
Brendon McIlroy, festival director, previously said: “We’re really proud of what we’ve put together this year.
“It’s our biggest and most diverse programme yet, and it genuinely reflects the breadth of what the West End has to offer – from free community events on the streets and green spaces to Shakespeare in the Botanics and grassroots music at the university.
“Despite ongoing challenges in the arts sector, we’ve grown year-on-year through strong partnerships.
“For 2026, we’re focused on sustaining that momentum while deepening our work with local residents and ensuring culture remains accessible to everyone.”
Outdoor ceilidh at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (Image: Glasgow Times)
Outdoor ceilidh at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (Image: Glasgow Times)
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Highlights of this summer’s programme include The Big Sunday on Kelvin Way on June 21 and free heritage talks at Kelvin Hall on Mondays to Thursdays between June 1 and 25.
The Stand Comedy Club is also taking part for the first time, hosting a special fundraiser on June 24 in support of WestFest.
Outdoor ceilidh at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (Image: Glasgow Times)
The festival also includes an expanded schools and outreach programme, with workshops, author events, and talks for pupils and community groups in the area.
It is part of Glasgow’s 2026 Commonwealth Games Festival celebrations, connecting the West End with the city’s wider cultural calendar.
For more information, visit WestFest’s website HERE.
