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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Free summer festival set to return to XSite Braehead
XSite Braehead's Summer Fest is back to offer a weekend full of free family fun. The event will run on July 26 and 27, from noon to 6pm each day. Read more: More: Free family event bringing blockbuster characters to life in Glasgow Fort Visitors can expect a mix of live music, arts and crafts, and festival-themed activities throughout the weekend. There will be no shortage of free creative activities for little ones to enjoy, including glitter tattoos, balloon modelling, braid styling, and more. Moreover, this year's festival will see the introduction of new circus workshops, where visitors can test their skills with spinning plates, juggling silks, balancing ostrich feathers, and a follow-the-feet tightrope challenge. There will also be roaming stilt walkers and giant bubbles floating around to entertain visitors. On top of all this, visitors can look forward to a packed line-up of live music. Returning headliner Daniel Docherty will perform alongside support act WooHoo Band, playing a variety of tunes to get the crowd singing. The festivities continue with a dance itinerary from Strictly St Vincent from 3.30pm to 5.30pm on Saturday. The line-up includes performances from 2024 Strictly St Vincent winners Ian and Karen, audience participation, photo opportunities, and a Q&A with some of the professional dancers. This dance event offers a preview of Strictly St Vincent's upcoming charity dance event on November 21 at Ingliston Country Club. Moreover, people will also have the chance to win £500 worth of prizes, with Capital Scotland's Katy J giving five listeners the opportunity to win a £100 voucher from brands at XSite, including ODEON, Gravity, Paradise Island Adventure Golf, Frankie & Benny's, and The Good Hood. Read more: James Bond-themed dog party coming to Glasgow this summer Bruce Harley, manager at XSite centre, said: "We are incredibly excited to bring back Summer Fest this year with an even bigger and better line-up of activities and entertainment for the whole family. "With everything from live music and circus workshops to creative crafts and dancing, there truly is something for all ages to enjoy. "Summer Fest is all about creating shared moments and celebrating the local community. "We can't wait to welcome families for another unforgettable weekend at XSite Braehead."
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Hamilton to host gala day as Summer Fest kicks off
Musicians, performers, street workshops and a busy market will take over the town centre on Saturday, July 19 Hamilton is getting set for a busy town centre gala day this weekend as one of the highlights of its month-long Summer Fest. Musical performances, street entertainers, face painting and the town's hugely popular market will take over Quarry Street from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, July 19, for the return of 'Hamilton's most vibrant summer tradition'. Organisers promise 'a day to remember' with a host of attractions for all ages across the town centre at the colourful celebration and are inviting residents and visitors to enjoy a day out and support the town's businesses. Musical treats at the gala day include a trio of tribute acts sharing the songs of Abba, Ariana Grande and from The Greatest Showman at the bandstand on Quarry Street, plus singers Conner Wilson and Sisters of Soul. There will be performances and street workshops from Glasgow Capoeira and dancers MLU Squad during the afternoon and visits from entertainers Steve Who, Walking Theatre Co, Think Circus, face painters and a balloon artist. Dozens of busy stalls will also be set up as the regular town-centre market returns with a range of crafts, food and gifts to 'bring the heart of the town to life'. Malcolm Thomas-Harley, of business organisation and event organisers Hamilton Our Town, said: 'We're thrilled to host this Saturday's free-to-attend summer gala day in the town centre as part of Summerfest. 'These free community events are vital in bringing people together, boosting local footfall and shining a spotlight on our town centre. 'It's been wonderful to see a wave of new businesses including the new post office, butcher and pet shop choosing Hamilton town centre to call home in recent months, supported by a rise in footfall over the year, and we hope that visitors take the opportunity to explore both the new and long-standing businesses when visiting this Saturday.' Further information including performance timings is available online at and on Hamilton Our Town's page on Facebook. Saturday's gala day is part of the month-long Summerfest cultural festival, which will also include a town centre family trail the next weekend, July 26; and culminating in Pride South Lanarkshire on Saturday, August 2. The programme of events also includes a series of special events including arts and craft sessions and Lego workshops at venues including Hamilton Town House and Low Parks Museum. Festival co-ordinator Malcolm added: 'Summer Fest is more than a celebration – it's a showcase of the incredible creativity, resilience, and warmth of our town. 'We're proud to shine a light on Hamilton's fantastic local businesses and our community through this month of activity. 'The festival brings together families, local talent and small businesses for an unforgettable programme of events, and there's no better way to celebrate the season and support local businesses than by spending the day soaking up the atmosphere at Hamilton summer gala day.' * Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
National Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- National Post
ACISA Is Celebrating 10 Years of Vibrant Brampton SummerFest in Style With Prominent Bollywood and Popular Punjabi Artists
Article content Article content Punjabi and Bollywood Stars like Miss Pooja, Zora Randhawa, Ananya Chakraborty, and Amanat Ali are performing at Brampton's most loved music & dance festival – VIBRANT BRAMPTON SUMMERFEST! Article content BRAMPTON, Ontario — Downtown Brampton is all set to come alive to the dazzling sights and sounds of the very spirited South Asian culture. Vibrant Brampton is celebrating their 10 th year Summer festival on July 18 and 19. Organized by the non-profit group Arts and Culture Initiative of South Asia (ACISA), the 10 th annual Vibrant Brampton SummerFest presented by TD in association with WOW Mobile Boutique will bring a fun-filled outdoor family festival to Gage Park in Brampton. Article content The two-day FREE outdoor festival will kick off on July 18, with an international Punjabi singer, Miss Pooja, popularly known as 'Queen of Bhangra' promising to make you sway to the Punjabi music. A Guinness Book of World Record holder, Miss Pooja has over 4500 songs and over 350 albums to her credit. Some of her blockbusters 'Siti Mar Ke ', 'Nakhreya Mari', 'Aashiq' 'Sohnea' and 'Second Hand Jawani' from the Deepika Padukone and Saif Ali Khan movie Cocktail will be some of her many numbers to be featured at the festival. Punjabi youth sensation Zora Randhawa, who has super hit numbers like 'Woofer', 'Inch', and 'Wonderland' will also co-headline the same day along with Punjabi power couple duo Preet Brar and Kamal Brar. Over 50 local GTA artists will also perform on the opening day of the festival. Article content The finale of the outdoor festival on July 19 promises to bring an eclectic mix of programming that will include high-energy performances by multiple Bollywood Playback Singers, including Ananya Chakraborty, the finalist of ZEE Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. For Pakistani music lovers, there's another feast – Amanat Ali, who has lent his voice for the famous movie 'Dostana' featuring Priyanka Chopra, John Abraham, and Abhishek Bachchan. He also has notable appearances on the prestigious platform of Coke Studio Pakistan. Article content Bengali music lovers have Sanchita Bhattacharya from Kolkata, India to captivate the audience with her melodious voice. The Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'il Champs winner has grown up to become this musical force, all set to light up the centre stage on the 2 nd day of the festival. Article content In addition to Punjabi and Bollywood celebrities, there will be a Gujarati 'Garba' segment headlined by none other than Pramesh Nandi, also known as the Garba King of Canada. According to the curators of the festival, Ricky Bajaj, Sandeep Prabhakar, and Arpan Banerjee, over 150 Canadian and international artists are being featured in the 10 th edition of the festival. Article content Families are in for a treat at this year's festival! The KIDZ ZONE offers a range of interactive and immersive activities designed especially for children and youth, including the ever-popular free face painting and Community Arts Project, available on both days. To engage attendees of all ages, the festival also features free hands-on dance workshops in Bollywood, Bhangra, and Salsa. Food lovers can explore the Food Bazaar, serving over 100 mouthwatering dishes from local vendors and restaurants. Meanwhile, shoppers can browse the MEGAMART, showcasing local artisans selling clothing, jewelry, handicrafts, and unique gifts. Best of all, admission and parking are completely free! Article content The festival is presented by TD Bank in association with WOW Mobile Boutique, supported by a host of sponsors including Scotties Face Tissues, Lazeez Shawarma, and CAD Immigration. 2025 funders include the City of Brampton, Canadian Heritage, Ontario Arts Council, and Celebrate Ontario. Article content ACISA, as a non-profit group, also hosts annual Visual Arts of South Asia (V.A.S.A) arts festival – for visual art lovers, ROOT'D Fest – a unique modern music festival catering to Millennials and Gen Z. Article content Festival Schedule at a Glance: Article content July 17: 6 pm – 10 pm: Article content Greet & Meet Gala & Press conference @ Queen's Manor Event Centre. Article content July 18: 5 pm – 10 pm: Article content Watch Miss Pooja, Zora Randhawa, Preet Brar and Kamal Brar, and over 50 other artists perform live at the FREE Outdoor Festival @ Gage Park, Brampton. Enjoy scrumptious food, interactive Article content Kidz Zone Article content , explore Brampton, and shop local. Article content July 19: 10 am – 10 pm: Article content Watch Ananya Chakraborty, Amanat Ali, Sanchita Bhattacharya, Pramesh Nandi, and 100 Canadian artists perform live at the FREE Outdoor Festival @ Gage park, Brampton. Enjoy delicious food, interactive Article content Kidz Zone Article content , explore Brampton, and shop local. Article content Learn more at ABOUT ACISA The Arts & Culture Initiative of South Asia (ACISA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cross-cultural understanding by bringing diverse communities together to celebrate life, culture, art, and tradition. Article content ACISA's mission is to highlight the richness and diversity of South Asian art forms by showcasing local talent and providing artists with a platform to reach broader audiences. The organization aims to break cultural barriers, foster participation from all communities across Canada, and create opportunities for people to experience the many facets of South Asian arts and culture. By showcasing a heritage that continues to evolve while embracing Canadian values, ACISA promotes the philosophy of diversity and inclusion throughout Brampton and beyond. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Article content Article content Laura Jackman Article content Email: Article content
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Poolside romance brewing as Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson gets spotted in rapper Megan Thee Stallion's latest pictures
Klay Thompson (Image via Getty) The NBA is never too far from the music industry, as many athletes have also been successful artists in their careers. After all, Shaq might be an NBA legend, but he is also a certified rapper. But in this instance, we are talking about two different people - a rapper and an NBA star, only this time, they are seemingly together. Rapper Megan Thee Stallion recently released a few pictures of herself, enjoying her time off while taking pictures by the pool. But that's not the only thing that caught the eyes of fans, as Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Klay Thompson was seemingly spotted in not one, but two of those pictures. Is Klay Thompson dating Megan Thee Stallion? Tina Snow, aka rapper Megan Thee Stallion, is taking some time off after her SummerFest show and is enjoying the summer in a bikini by the pool. She recently took to her Instagram to post a few pictures of herself enjoying the pool, wearing a pastel green bikini. But while fans were overjoyed to get a glimpse of her daily life in this summer heat, there was one other thing that had many stumped, or should we say, one other person. Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson, who was last romantically linked with singer, songwriter, and actress Coco Jones until 2023, seems to have found a new beau. Thompson was seemingly spotted in the background of two pictures that were recently posted by rapper Megan Thee Stallion, and fans are all over social media trying to figure out if it really is him, or just someone who looks like the NBA star. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Or this could just be Megan pulling a trick out of the bag and messing with her fans for fun. Klay Thompson spotted in Megan Thee Stallion's pictures (Image via Instagram) Megan Thee Stallion until now, was known to be dating Torrey Craig, but that has been a while, and maybe they broke up. It is also possible that, if it is Klay Thompson, which is still not confirmed, maybe he is just friends with the rapper and was hanging out with her. Or even, chances are both of them were just there at the same time, and he became a part of the background of her pictures unknowingly. But if the chaos on social media is anything to go by, the summer holidays are looking a lot more exciting with this bit of revelation. Also Read: Emirates NBA Cup: 30 teams have been rounded up into 6 groups as the 2025 group draw results are revealed Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
CTV News
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
First Fridays, Portage Ex and Summer Fest: What's on this weekend in Manitoba
Colleen Bready shares some of the events taking place across Manitoba this weekend. Here are some of the events taking place in Winnipeg and Manitoba between July 4 and 6, 2025. Portage la Prairie Fair Grounds July 4-6 The Ex returns to the Island in Portage la Prairie with a midway, live entertainment, horse shows and more. Tickets required. Carberry Fairgrounds July 4-6 Manitoba's largest small-town fair features a parade, inflatables, baby animals, a lemonade train, chuckwagon and chariot races, fireworks and more. Tickets required. Creamery Museum Grounds & McEwen Park, Eriksdale July 5-6 A variety of fun for young and old with a parade, BBQ lunch, live entertainment and family-friendly activities. Tickets required. Schoenwiese July 5, 4 p.m. A hamlet near the Canada-U.S. border, Schoenwiese kicks off its 150th anniversary celebration with a weiner roast and some country classics. Visitors are asked to bring a lawn chair. Libau Community Club July 5 The Libau Community Club presents its 3rd Annual Summer Fest, a full day of family-friendly entertainment, a farmers' market, and live music. Proceeds go toward renovating the club's bathrooms. Tickets required. Winnipegosis July 4-6 A weekend of tractor pulls, kids races, live entertainment and more. Tickets required. Boggy Creek July 4-6 Live entertainment, a pancake breakfast and children's activities highlight this event presented by the Shell River Metis Association and The Northwest Metis Council. Tickets required. Westlake Community Centre, Eddystone July 5, 3 p.m. The inaugural event features music from Neil Thornham, Beryl Brandson, Derrick Mccandless, Paige Drobot and Confuscia. Bring your own lawn chair. Tickets required. St. Norbert Community Centre July 6 Pet-related vendors, animal rescue groups and more. Well-behaved pets are welcome. Money raised supports the Boston Terrier & Pug Rescue of Southern Manitoba. Tickets required. FortWhyte Alive July 5, 9 a.m. Take a self-guided tour of 14 gardens in South Winnipeg and beyond with a plant sale at FortWhyte Alive. Car-pooling or biking encouraged. Tickets required. Oak Valley Outdoor Theatre, La Riviere July 5-6, 11-13 Experience Manitoba's Passion Play in the great outdoors. The production is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025. Tickets required. Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba, Brandon July 5 Connecting more than 23 Prairie-based cartoonists, comic makers, graphic novelists and more. Take part in panels, comic-making workshops or enjoy the artist market. Tickets required. Dalnavert Museum July 4, 8 p.m. Join the Winnipeg Paranormal Group as they try and make contact with the otherworldly residents of Dalnavert Museum. Equipment provided. Must be 16 years or older to attend. Tickets required. Dalnavert Museum July 6, 1 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of Winnie the Pooh themed games and snacks. Tickets required. CN Stage and Field, The Forks July 5 Culture, food and crafts from Africa. Cranberry Portage July 5 The largest artisan market in Northern Manitoba with over 50 vendors. Lyric Field, Assiniboine Park July 5, 10 a.m. Try out a new sport, including gymnastics, baton twirling, cricket, judo and more. Individuals of all abilities are welcome. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes. Pembina Threshermen's Museum, Stanley July 5, 10 a.m. A fun-filled day of events and demonstrations, including corn grinding, rope making and barrel trains. Killarney July 5, 4 p.m. Kick off the summer with a concert featuring Jade Eagleson and Steven Lee Olsen. Tickets required. Please bring your own lawn chair. Maples Community Centre July 5, 10 a.m. Celebrate culture and unity with a chariot parade, vegetarian feast, cultural performances and more. St. Vital Centre parking lot July 4-14 Acrobats, illusionists, mysterious creatures and more, all in a spooktacular setting. Tickets required. No one under 13 admitted. 3rd annual Hawaiian Lua Elkhorn Resort, Onanole July 5 Travel to Hawaii with a pig roast, dancers, live music and games. Tickets required. Exchange District July 4 Explore the Exchange District with free fun on the first Friday of the month. CN Little Obie Rivers July 6, 1 p.m. A miniature scale model of a CN locomotive rolls into Rivers for some free rides and to promote rail safety. Family Fair IKEA Winnipeg parking lot July 4-6 Enjoy midway rides, tasty treats and some family fun. Tickets required. South Winnipeg Community Centre - Richmond July 6 Check out collectibles, cards and Pokémon. National Bank Tennis MB Hub @ West St. Paul July 6-13 Over 60 players vie for tennis greatness. WNBC is the first stop on the Challenger outdoor series. Tickets required. Rainbow Stage June 25-July 12 The story of a small-town girl and city boy set to an '80s rock soundtrack that will make you want to sing along. Tickets required. Shakespeare in the Ruins: Macbeth Trappist Monastery Provincial Heritage Park June 5-July 5 SIR's new season takes a break from comedies and romances to feature one of the Bard's finest tragedies. Tickets required. Shakespeare in the Ruins: Waiting for Godot Trappist Monastery Provincial Heritage Park June 13-July 6 SIR brings us Samuel Beckett's masterpiece about two men waiting for someone or something. Tickets required. Assiniboine Park Summer Event Series Concert Series Lyric Theatre July 6, 7 p.m. Band: Dominique Adams Garden Concerts The Leaf July 5, 11 a.m. Band: Rachel Colman Jazz Leo Mol Sculpture Garden July 6, 12 p.m. Band: Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra Ensemble Exchange Event Centre July 6, 7 p.m. The Canadian comedy duo brings their never-ending battle to a Winnipeg stage. Tickets required. Adult-only event. Corydon Ave. & Cockburn St. S. July 4, 7 pm Band: Cold Hard Cash Corydon Ave. & Hugo St. N. July 5, 7 pm Band: Streetside Blues Enjoy live music and the other sights and sounds of Corydon Avenue. Winnipeg Beach July 5, 7 p.m. Band: The Coveralls Enjoy an evening of music steps away from the Winnipeg Beach boardwalk. Gimli Harbour July 5, 7:30 p.m. Band: Tracey Martin Band Gimli Harbour acts as a backdrop for this summertime concert series.
