Our volunteer social and celebration events

The events below are for individuals who are currently volunteering their time with Glasgow Life services and programmes.

To book any of our special social and celebration events, please contact our team via email volunteering@glasgowlife.org.uk or FREEPHONE 08085001315 and provide:

• Your name
• Name of your Glasgow Life volunteer programme
• Preferred email address
• If you have any dietary requirements e.g. preferred milk for tea and coffee

The volunteering team will confirm your booking and send you information including travel information. If we reach capacity for an event, volunteer names will be added to a waiting list. 

Special Collections Tour

Join us to explore the treasures of the Mitchell Library, from beautifully illustrated medieval manuscripts, through to the first newspaper printed in Glasgow, we’ll share the books, manuscripts and photographs that make the Mitchell Library.  Light refreshments will also be available.  Limited spaces available, so make sure you book in advance. 

When: Wednesday 19 August 2026, 11:00 - 13:00.

Where: The Mitchell Library, North St, Glasgow, G3 7DN

Fairfield Heritage Museum Tour

Discover the story of Glasgow’s greatest shipyard.  Join us for a visit to Fairfield Heritage Museum based in the headquarters of the greatest shipbuilding enterprise in the world. We will get an introduction to the shipbuilding and engineering company which revolutionised sea transportation, building the largest and fastest vessels the world had ever seen before a chance to look round the museum ourselves. 

Light refreshments will be served at the end of the tour.

When: Thursday 10 September 2026, 11:15 - 13:00

Where: 211 Crossloan Road, Govan, G51 3QD

Clip 'n Climb at Kelvin Hall

Ready for a challenge? Join us for an exciting private Clip 'n Climb session at Kelvin Hall. Whether you're a regular climber or trying it for the first time, this is a great opportunity to have fun and connect with other volunteers. After the climbing session, we'll have some refreshments and the chance to catch up with other volunteers.

When: Tuesday, 22 September 2026: 16:00 –17:30

Where: Kelvin Hall, 1445 Argyle St. Glasgow G3 8AW

Hunterian Museum Tour

Join a fascinating visit to the Hunterian Museum, Scotland’s oldest public museum. This special guided tour will take you through some of the museum’s most remarkable collections, uncovering stories of science, history, art and culture from Glasgow and around the world. It’s a great opportunity to learn something new, spend time with other volunteers, and enjoy one of the city’s best-loved cultural attractions.

After the tour, there will be time to chat over light refreshments and explore the gallery at your own pace.

When: Wednesday, 7 October 2026: 11:00 – 12:15

Where: Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8QQ