The Best Summer Party Venues in Glasgow

If you're planning to host a summer party, Glasgow is the place to be. From picturesque parks to sublime sunsets and plenty of pubs, this is a city where the sun shines brightly all summer long. And with the help of our handy guide, finding the perfect spot for your bash will be as easy as ABC. 

Here are the three reasons why Glasgow is the best location for your summer party:

The first reason Glasgow is the best place to hold a party this summer is that it's already widely known as Scotland's party capital. In fact, Glasgow was recently voted one of the top five cities in the UK for holding a stag or hen night. What better place to hold a summer party your guests will be sure to remember (or not…)?

It's also regularly rated as one of the best cities in the UK for going out. And it has a huge number of venues, including those suitable for summer parties, with over 400 pubs throughout the city.

Secondly, we’d like to mention the fantastic transport links in Glasgow, making it perfect for your summer part. Not only does Glasgow have its own international airport, but it also has excellent rail services and an extensive bus network. This makes getting to and from your party easy, no matter where you live in Scotland or further afield.

Lastly, Glasgow offers amazing entertainment for everyone. There are plenty of amazing venues in Glasgow that offer entertainment for all guests at your summer party.

Our favourite Glasgow venues

If you're planning a summer party in Glasgow, you'll want to make sure that you pick the right venue. But with hundreds of options to choose from, where should you begin? We’ve picked the best venues in and around Glasgow for your summer party.

First out is Citation, a beautiful, light-filled room located just outside Glasgow city centre. It's perfect for medium-sized parties and comfortably holds up to 120 guests for a seated dinner or 160 for an evening reception. The venue is ideal for those looking for a contemporary space close to the action. 

Òran Mór is another favourite venue of ours in Glasgow, a spectacular venue in an A-listed church that's been turned into a thriving community hub. Located on Great Western Road in the heart of Glasgow's fashionable West End, it's the perfect location for parties seeking something unusual and memorable. The largest space can accommodate 100 guests seated or 200 standing.

Last but not least is Arta, located on Merchant City's Albion Street, Arta is well-known as one of Glasgow's best bars and restaurants. It boasts an impressive bar as well as an outstanding restaurant area that’s popular with locals. It also has an atmospheric nightclub space that’s open until 3 am. It has four separate spaces that can be booked together or individually.

How to book a venue for a summer party in Glasgow

When browsing our curated summer party venues in Glasgow you can shortlist everything you like by simply clicking on the heart icon in the corner of the venue. This way you’ll keep track of all the hidden Glasgow gems. From your shortlist, you can go on to send out all your enquiries at the same time. You’ll be sure to save time in your venue search and find the best offers that match your requirements. 

If you can’t find the perfect venue in Glasgow

We highly doubt it but if you don’t find what you’re looking for there are plenty more options. Try searching in a different city in the UK like Birmingham, London, or Sheffield. If you’d rather get some help along the way our friendly concierge team can always help you find the perfect venue.