Events in Glasgow
What is happening in Glasgow?
Mary's Meals is hosting a number of events across Glasgow in September, click the links to find out more.
Music for Mary's Meals
Glasgow open day
Mass to celebrate the work of Mary's Meals
Run in aid of Mary's Meals
Music for Mary’s Meals
Sunday, 7 September, 12:00-17:00
Nostrana, 72 Hyndland Road, Glasgow G12 9UT
Join us for an afternoon of music by talented local artists in aid of Mary’s Meals.
This outdoor event is organised by Nostrana in aid of Mary’s Meals. Visit our stall where you can find out more about the work and enter our raffle.
Tickets can be booked on Eventbrite.
Glasgow Open Day
Saturday, 20 September, 12:30-15:00
Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church, 64-66 Randolph Road, Broomhill, Glasgow G11 7JL
Join us at Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church for an afternoon to celebrate the work of Mary's Meals and how we are all coming together to feed even more children living in poverty.
At the event our engaging speakers will share updates on our mission, including the growth of our work in challenging conditions and the long-term impact for individuals and communities. There will also be the chance to catch up with supporters, volunteers and staff over tea and coffee in the hall.
Free tickets can be booked on Eventbrite.
Mass to celebrate the work of Mary’s Meals
Monday, 8 September, 19:00
St Mirin’s Cathedral, Incle Street, Paisley PA1 1HR
We are delighted to share that Bishop John Keenan will be marking the feast of The Nativity of the Virgin Mary by celebrating Mass for the work of Mary’s Meals at St Mirin’s Cathedral. All are welcome, no booking necessary.
If you can’t make it along on the night, you can watch the livestream the event on YouTube.
Run in aid of Mary’s Meals
Sunday, 14 September, 10:00
Kelvingrove Park, Park Terrace, Glasgow G3 6BY
With 10p having the power to stop child hunger in its tracks through Mary’s Meals, we are encouraging our supporters to take part in this 10km run and raise funds for Mary’s Meals.
This run is organised by Up and Running Events, and you can book your place through their website.
After you have signed up, you can set up a fundraising page or make a donation.
Read all about it!
If you are interested in hearing more about the history and growth of Mary’s Meals, try reading our founder Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow's book The Shed that Fed 2 Million Children.
This book is available to read for free in libraries around Glasgow.
Donate your left over holiday spending money
You can help us provide nutritious school meals to hungry children by donating your spare foreign currency this September, thanks to our partnership with Leftover Currency. Any coins and notes are accepted, including out-of-date foreign or British money.
The following businesses have agreed to be foreign currency drop-off points during September. Please check their websites for opening hours.
Nostrana, 72 Hyndland Road, Glasgow G12 9UT
STAG Gallery & Framers, Buchanan Galleries, 220 Buchanan St, Glasgow G1 2FF
Eusebi Deli, 152 Park Road, Glasgow G4 9HB
If you would like to host a drop-off point or organise a collection at your school, church or workplace, please contact us.
