Events in Glasgow
What is happening in Glasgow?
Mary's Meals is hosting a number of special events across Glasgow this 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
Kelvingrove Park 10K run
Quiz for Mary's Meals
Music for Mary’s Meals
Sunday, 7 September, 12:00-18:00
Nostrana, 72 Hyndland Road, Glasgow G12 9UT
Join us for a very special afternoon of music by talented local artists in aid of Mary’s Meals.
This outdoor event is organised by Nostrana restaurant and WestFest. Visit our stall to find out more about our work and enter our raffle, with exciting prizes to be won!
Tickets cost £10 per person or £30 for a family of four, plus booking fee. Book your tickets now on Eventbrite.
Glasgow Open Day
Saturday, 20 September, 12:30-15:00
Broomhill Hyndland Parish Church, 64-66 Randolph Road, Broomhill, Glasgow G11 7JL
Come together with Mary’s Meals supporters, volunteers and staff at this free afternoon event to celebrate our work. Hear the latest updates on our mission, including how we are continuing to grow our work in challenging environments, and the long-term impact of Mary’s Meals for children and families. Tea and coffee will be served.
Book your free tickets 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, Paisley. 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.
Kelvingrove Park 10K Run
Sunday, 14 September, 10:00
Kelvingrove Park, Park Terrace, Glasgow G3 6BY
With 10p having the power to stop child hunger, we are encouraging our supporters to take part in this 10km run in Kelvingrove Park to raise funds for Mary’s Meals.
This run is organised by Up and Running Events, and you can book your place through their website. Use the discount code: MARYSMEALS20 to get 20% off the sign-up fee.
After you have signed up, you can set up a fundraising page or make a donation.
Quiz for Mary’s Meals
Sunday, 28 September, 16:00
The Record Factory, 17 Byres Road Glasgow G11 5RD
Join us at The Record Factory for this free quiz, with a raffle in aid of Mary's Meals. Come along solo or with a team to take part.
Book your free ticket on Eventbrite.
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 more nutritious school meals to hungry children by donating your spare foreign currency this September, thanks to our partnership with Leftover Currency. All coins and notes are accepted, including out-of-date foreign or British money.
The following Glasgow 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.
Other ways to get involved
Don't worry if you can't attend any of the above events, there are lots more ways you can get involved and support our work!
Attend an event
Find out about all the other upcoming events our team will be attending throughout the UK.
Become a volunteer
Volunteers are at the heart of our mission. Join our team and help us reach the next child waiting for Mary's Meals.
Start a fundraiser
Be the difference – fundraise on behalf of Mary's Meals and ask your friends and family to help.
