Glasgow Science Festival 2026

Dear Green Music Scene

Join us for the third outing of the Dear Green Music Scene. A sustainably powered music festival in St Mungo Square, University of Glasgow. Running across two stages powered by hydrogen and solar energy, our mini festival showcases a fantastic line-up of grassroots musicians, with researchers discussing the clean energy transition.

Starting with the annual WestFest ceilidh and featuring a range of ‘green’ themed, researcher-led activities indoors. Brought to you by the teams behind University of Glasgow (the ARC, College of Arts and Humanities Sustainability Forum, GALLANT, Glasgow Science Festival, Music in the University) and WestFest. Full programme to be announced soon.

Venue: University of Glasgow, Advanced Research Centre (ARC), 11 Chapel Lane, Glasgow, G11 6EW
Date: Sat 13 June
Time: 12.30pm to 18.30pm
Booking: Booking required through this eventbrite link
Cost: Free

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Advanced Research Centre, University of Glasgow

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Dear Green Music Scene Performers

With live performances from Liv Dawn, Ant Thomaz and Stone Combo

The full line will be announced soon 

Dear Green Music Scene Activities

Join us inside the ARC for some 'green' themed activities for all ages.  

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Several cartoon people gardening

From Shaping to Celebrating: Glasgow's Community Science

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:54:00 BST

Explore Glasgow with the University of Glasgow’s GALLANT Community Collaboration Research team

Cartoon image of a man lying on the floor playing on a tablet.
Cartoon image of a man lying on the floor playing on a tablet.

REACT: Electronics for a Sustainable Future

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:03:00 BST

Find out about chocolate circuit boards! University of Glasgow James Watt School of Engineering, and REACT Green Economy Centre

Person holding recycling sign surrounded by trees and wind turbines.
Person holding recycling sign surrounded by trees and wind turbines.

Staying Warm and Well - An Interactive game

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:03:00 BST

Balance the temperature of your cartoon home with researchers from the University of Edinburgh

Cartoon image of a lit-up lightbulb with wires above it.
Cartoon image of a lit-up lightbulb with wires above it.

Utilise the Electricity Generated from Material Rubbing

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:03:00 BST

Make your own static electricity with engineers from the University of Glasgow James Watt School of Engineering

Cartoon image of a group of engineers with blueprints and the recycling symbol
Cartoon image of a group of engineers with blueprints and the recycling symbol

Engineering a Sustainable Future

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:03:00 BST

Try the recycling challenge with ReallySmallScience – the outreach team from Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Strathclyde

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Cartoon image of planet Earth being orbited by satellites

Can Planes Go Green?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:42:00 BST

Chat to aeronautical engineers from the University of Glasgow

Person holding recycling sign surrounded by trees and wind turbines.
Person holding recycling sign surrounded by trees and wind turbines.

Screen Carbon Test

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:03:00 BST

Discuss the climate-friendliness of films and TV shows with researchers from the School of Culture & Creative Arts at the University of Glasgow