Events in East Kilbride From 6th April – 12th April 2026

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You can find live music and family-friendly activities across East Kilbride this week, with events taking place between 5 April and 12 April 2026. The town’s cultural scene continues to develop despite ongoing changes along A727 and Queensway corridors, where construction noise has been reported near residential areas in recent weeks. Music performances are scheduled at venues including East Kilbride Arts Centre and local halls that regularly host acoustic sets, tribute acts from classic rock to 90s indie, as well as occasional late-night gigs with limited public transport access.

Comedy shows feature emerging talent from Glasgow’s scene, presented in small-scale evenings often held on weeknights. These are advertised under 'performances' rather than theatre listings and typically start at 7:30pm or later to accommodate evening commuters using the Hairmyres Train Station route.

For younger audiences, drop-in playtimes happen weekly during school holidays , this Easter period includes print-making workshops in partnership with local education initiatives. These are held indoors across multiple centres including Ross Place and near Queensway junctions where pedestrian access has been affected by temporary closures tied to the stalled £400m redevelopment plans.

Event listings include venue names, start times (e.g., 6:30pm or 7:15pm), duration details in minutes if applicable, and category tags like 'music', 'family event' or 'workshop'. These are updated daily at official town portals to reflect changes such as variable ticket office opening hours. Residents have reported littering on pavements near Kingsway roundabouts, though recent signage upgrades followed district council reviews in March 2026.

Check listings below for full schedules and venue-specific guidance including access challenges during weekend closures or bot verification requirements for event booking systems.

Monday 6th April

Intra: Kirsty, Kaki, Apollo. After The Hydro.

· Nightlife & Music

A live music event featuring Kirsty, Kaki, and Apollo at Slay in Glasgow.

Nsn- Azyr / Restricted After Party

· Nightlife & Music

An after party featuring a restricted DJ lineup at the Glasgow School of Art, known for its impressive production.

Mimi Barks

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Mimi Barks performs her new stand-up show at The Garage in Glasgow on April 6th, 2026.

Easter Adventure Camps

· West End Outdoors · Family & Kids

Kids participate in outdoor adventure activities including paddleboarding, mountain climbing, and raft building during Easter camps.

Clara la San

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Clara La San performs her stand-up comedy show at TV Studio SWG3 in Glasgow.

Tuesday 7th April

Milngavie Library Easter Pop in & Play New Games Fun

· Family & Kids

Children can enjoy free new games and activities at Milngavie Library during Easter.

The Wiggles

· Family & Kids

The Wiggles perform their magical live show, The Wiggles Tree of Wisdom Spectacular, at the SEC Armadillo.

Cally Beaton

· Saint Luke's & The Winged Ox · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Cally Beaton performs her new stand-up show 'Namaste Motherf*ckers' at Saint Luke's & The Winged Ox.

Tots & Toddlers at 10am!

· 10am · Family & Kids

A weekly drop-in session for toddlers and parents held every Tuesday morning during term time.

Suzi Quatro

· The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall · Nightlife & Music

Suzi Quatro embarks on a 10-date UK tour in April 2026 to celebrate her 62nd year as the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll.

Tyler Hilton & Kate Voegele of One Tree Hill

· Nightlife & Music

Tyler Hilton and Kate Voegele perform live at Warehouse SWG3 in Glasgow.

Leigh-anne

· Nightlife & Music

Leigh-Anne performs a live music show at Galvanizers SWG3 in Glasgow.

The Flints

· King Tuts Wah Wah Hut · Nightlife & Music

The Flints perform live rock music at King Tuts Wah Wah Hut.

Wednesday 8th April

Easter Play Session 1

· Family & Kids

A family-friendly Easter Play Session at Boots & Beards offers creative fun and community activities for children.

Luke And Pete Talking Sheet

· Nightlife & Music

Comedians Luke Craig and Peter Rethinasamy perform their popular podcast live at The Glee Club Glasgow.

Jukebox Dreams

· Nightlife & Music

A live music tribute to classic hits featuring iconic dance tracks and retro vibes.

Crisis Acoustic Night

· Nightlife & Music

Crisis performs an acoustic set at The Poetry Club SWG3 in Glasgow.

Basht.

· King Tuts Wah Wah Hut · Nightlife & Music

Basht performs a live music set at King Tuts Wah Wah Hut.

Paul Black: Good Bits

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Paul Black performs a stand-up comedy gig at Blackfriars Basement ahead of his new show Cash Cow.

Thursday 9th April

Edm Zone 18+ (Club Night For Macmillan Cancer Support)

· Nightlife & Music

An EDM club night featuring three DJs raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Live Music Event - Small me

· Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre · Nightlife & Music

Live music event 'SMALL Me' takes place at Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre in Glasgow on 9 April 2026.

Peter Flanagan

· Blackfriars Of Bell Street · Nightlife & Music

Comedian Peter Flanagan performs his live stand-up show 'Fresh Prince of Kildare' at Blackfriars Basement in Glasgow.

Jane Weaver

· Nightlife & Music

Jane Weaver performs a live music set at Saint Luke's in Glasgow.

Jazz Thursdays - The Noble Public House

· Nightlife & Music

Live jazz music performs every Thursday evening at The Noble Public House in Glasgow.

Friday 10th April

Friday at The Noble - Live Music

· Nightlife & Music

A Friday night live music event with food and drinks at The Noble Public House.

Live Music Fridays @ The Drake

· Nightlife & Music

Live music performances take place every Friday night at The Drake Pub.

Mobilize Music Presents: Steel + be There in 5 + Gleam + One For Sorrow

· Nightlife & Music

Up-and-coming bands Steel, Be There In 5, GLEAM, and One For Sorrow perform live music at Universal Connections.

Spring Printing For Kids

· Family & Kids

Children aged 5–12 can create Easter cards using print-making at Clydebank Library.

Rick Astley

· Nightlife & Music

Rick Astley announces a major UK and Ireland arena tour, starting at Glasgow OVO Hydro in April 2026.

Imagine Lennon

· Nightlife & Music

A live tribute performance featuring Tyson Kelly as John Lennon in an intimate celebration of The Beatles' legacy.

Beatles Acoustic Trio

· East Kilbride Arts Centre · Nightlife & Music

The Beatles Acoustic Trio performs 32 legendary songs live at East Kilbride Arts Centre.

Tempo Presents: Abba Odyssey

· Nightlife & Music

A tribute performance of ABBA hits takes place at Tempo Nightclub and Bar with singalongs and disco vibes.

Freaky Afropiano Fridays!!!

· Nightlife & Music

A weekly piano-driven music night at 142B Lounge Glasgow features Afrobeat-inspired tunes and relaxed vibes.

Khaotic Presents: Anderex, The Smiler & More

· Nightlife & Music

Arawstyle music event featuring Anderex and The Smiler at The Classic Grand in Glasgow.

Saturday 11th April

Ray Bradshaw

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Ray Bradshaw performs his new stand-up show at the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow.

Beluga Lagoon

· Barrowland Ballroom · Nightlife & Music

Beluga Lagoon performs a live music gig at Barrowland Ballroom in Glasgow on 4 November 2026.

Pop up Play Families - Cambuslang Park

· Family & Kids

Families can enjoy interactive play activities at a pop-up event in Cambuslang Park.

A Night at The Musicals

· East Kilbride Village Theatre · Culture & Arts

A live musical performance featuring popular show tunes at the Sarah Moore Theatre.

Spring Fling Family Day: About Time

· Family & Kids

Family-friendly Spring Fling events at the University of Glasgow celebrate the theme 'About Time' with free activities.

Unsane

· Nightlife & Music

The band Unsane performs a live rock gig at Nice n' Sleazy in Glasgow on 4 November 2026.

Swift & Styles (Taylor Swift & Harry Styles Tribute Show)

· Nightlife & Music

A UK tribute show celebrating Taylor Swift and Harry Styles performs at Classic Grand Lounge in Glasgow.

I am a Raver Baby: Easter

· Nightlife & Music

A family-friendly daytime rave at The Montford features high-energy beats and a safe space for dancing.

Late Night Getaway Drivers, Paperhouse + Guests

· Nightlife & Music

Poetry and live music performance at SWG3 Poetry Club featuring Late Night Getaway Drivers and Paperhouse.

April 11: Avse, Peroxide, The Urban, Tourist Trap

· Nightlife & Music

Live music performance featuring Peroxide, The Urban, and Tourist Trap at The Audio Lounge.

Electromantics Live at The Bungalow

· Nightlife & Music

The Electromantics perform a live gig at The Bungalow Bar in 2026.

Steve White Trio

· Nightlife & Music

The Steve White Trio performs a live jazz concert at Slay Glasgow.

Klub - Lewis Mcgill b2b dj Ray

· Nightlife & Music

DJ Lewis McGill performs a B2B set with opening support from 2STEP2 and DJ Ray at KLUB Glasgow.

Voið Presents Webbo

· Nightlife & Music

VOIÐ presents an intense electronic music event with high-energy sets at Classic Grand.

Sunday 12th April

Russell Howard - Don't Tell The Algorithm

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Russell Howard performs his stand-up show 'Don't Tell The Algorithm' at Kings Theatre in Glasgow.

The Fever Dream Comedy Society

· The Stand Comedy Club · Nightlife & Music

The Fever Dream Comedy Society presents an experimental horror comedy show blending stand-up and theatrical performance at The Stand Comedy

Marlon Williams

· Nightlife & Music

Marlon Williams performs a live music gig at Oran Mor in Glasgow on 4 December 2026.