Gigs in Glasgow this month: 28 concerts in Glasgow this August
Acts from Natasha Bedingfield to Billy Ocean are set to perform at Kelvingrove Bandstand this month, with more gigs lined up including Wallows, Nile Rodgers & CHIC and even Academy Award-winning actor Michael Shannon.
So if you're looking to avoid travelling to the Capital during festival season, here are 28 concerts happening in Glasgow this August.
1 . Friday, August 1 – Natasha Bedingfield at Kelvingrove Bandstand
Part of Summer Nights at the Bandstand, Natasha Bedingfield will take to the stage in Glasgow on Friday, August 1. | Getty Images Photo Sales
2 . Saturday, August 2 – Hue & Cry at Kelvingrove Bandstand
Scottish pop duo Hue & Cry will perform at Kelvingrove Bandstand on Saturday, August 2. | Getty Images Photo Sales
3 . Saturday, August 2 – CamelPhat at SWG3 Galvanizers Yard
Known for hit songs such as Cola, CamelPhat will perform at SWG3 Galvanizers Yard on Saturday, August 2. | AFP via Getty Images Photo Sales
4 . Tuesday, August 5 – Karine Polwart at Kelvingrove Bandstand
Set to be joined by special guests, Scottish singer-songwriter Karine Polwart will perform at Kelvingrove Bandstand on Tuesday, August 5. | Getty Images Photo Sales
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