Christmas events at Cathedral Precinct
Join us at the Cathedral Precinct for a series of candlelit concerts and free events to enjoy this festive season. Take a look at what we have in store.
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Blessing of the Crib
Wednesday 3 December, 6pm
The Blessing of the Crib in Glasgow 2025 will be held on Wednesday, December 3 in the piazza area in front of Glasgow Cathedral. Traditional carols will begin at 6:00 PM, followed by the blessing at 6:30 PM.
4th December: Cancer Research UK Concert at Glasgow Cathedral, https://www.jumblebee.co.uk/theglasgowcarolconcert2025
6th December 3pm: Bethlehem Service at Glasgow Cathedral
11th December 6.30pm: Ukrainian Carol Service at Glasgow Cathedral
12th December: Royal Infirmary Service
13th December all day: Festive Crafts activities and Nativity Trail at the Cathedral - https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/whats-on/event/?eventId=72a2cbaf-14af-4f76-943e-b021008c7a4
14th December 3pm: Beatson Carol Service at Glasgow Cathedral.
https://www.beatsoncancercharity.org/events/2025/december/christmas-celebration/
Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight
Saturday 20 December, 5pm
Enjoy an exceptional candlelit classical concert in the beautiful setting of Glasgow Cathedral.
Ceremony of Nine Lessons & Carols at Glasgow Cathedral
Sunday 21 December, 7pm
On the Sunday before Christmas, celebrate the season with as we move through the Christmas story, hearing bible readings interspersed with wonderful music from the Cathedral’s professional choir, featuring the exquisite A Tender Shoot by Kerensa Briggs, and concluding with Cecilia McDowall’s cheery In Dulci Jubilo.
All are welcome to this service, which is unticketed and free to attend.
Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st December 2-4pm
Make your own Christmas decoration at St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art - - Free drop in.
24 December 11pm: Christmas Eve Service at Glasgow Cathedral
25th December 11am Christmas Day Service at Glasgow Cathedral