Exterior view of Bowlarama bar and bowling venue at night, showing people sitting at tables inside through large glass windows.
Bowlarama on Glassford Street
Glasgow is a brilliant city for group activities. Whether it's a night out with friends, a birthday celebration, or a stag or hen weekend, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Get social

Bring your friends together for a night of fun in Glasgow. Sing your heart out at SuperCube, Cosmopol Glasgow or Shanghai Shuffle — all great for karaoke with friends. Book at SuperCube, visit Cosmopol Glasgow or check out Shanghai Shuffle.

Prefer classic games over singing? Step back in time with retro favourites at Super Bario, R-CADE or NQ64. Find out more at Super Bario's InstagramR-CADE or NQ64 for neon-lit nostalgia.

For something completely different, enjoy adult-only fairground games and cocktails at Fayre Play — plan your night out at Fayre Play.

Get creative

Let off some steam and throw paint like Jackson Pollock at Splatter Art Studio — book at Splatter Art Studio.

Paint and Sip offer fun painting sessions complete with wine, and you can take your masterpiece home with you. Visit Vine & Canvas to find out more.

Try flower crown making with The Crafty Hen, perfect for hen parties or relaxing group days. Visit The Crafty Hen for more info.

Two individuals wearing protective ponchos are in a room covered in colorful paint splatters, working on their own canvases at a splatter paint studio.
Splatter Art

Games and puzzles

Turn the city into an adventure with Go Quest Adventures, an interactive treasure hunt that takes you to Glasgow’s top sights and hidden corners. Start your city quest at Go Quest Adventures.

Or travel to another world at one of the city's escape rooms. Try solving clues and completing riddles at different themed rooms. Visit Escape GlasgowX-Escape Room or Riddle Rooms to find your perfect puzzle.

For classic, easy fun, you can’t beat a game of bowling. Bowlarama, Vega and Hollywood Bowl are all late-night venues with bars, food and music. They also have lots of other activities for groups to try out. Find out more at BowlaramaVega or Hollywood Bowl.

A game of pool is always a winner. Try Boom Battle Bar in the St Enoch Centre, Felson’s or Reardon’s for a dedicated space to enjoy a few frames. Book ahead at Boom Battle BarFelson’s or Reardon’s.

A view down a bowling alley with pink glowing lanes and pins at the end.
Bowlarama

Get active

Jump, skate, swing or dive into Glasgow’s most energetic activities. Try Flip Out, a trampoline park with ninja courses, inflatables and soft play for kids.

Lace up your skates and dance under the disco lights at RollerStop. There are fun sessions for families and adults. Find out more at RollerStop.

Looking for an activity that suits everyone? You can’t go wrong with golf. People of all ages will love Jungle Rumble in the city centre — find out more at Jungle Rumble

Golf Fang offers a more adult take on mini golf, only suitable for over-18s — book your game at Golf Fang.

Visit Golf It! near Hogganfield Park for a driving range, nine-hole course, simulator and woodland trails. Or play high-tech golf at Topgolf with climate-controlled bays and digital scoring.

For a different take on the game, try Crazier Nolf at Boom Battle Bar — golf with your hands!

If you'd prefer tech to turf, race at VR Simulators or join a zombie challenge at VR Party Arena. Check out VR Simulators or visit VR Party Arena.

Man holding a golf club celebrating with friends at an indoor driving range at night, with illuminated targets visible in the background.
Topgolf Glasgow Credit: Topgolf

Get competitive

Split into teams and show your competitive side. Take on your friends or colleagues at Laser Quest Glasgow’s multi-level arena. Book at Laser Quest Glasgow.

Swap the vest for a Zorb and try football with a fun twist at Bubble Soccer Scotland. No matter who wins, fun is guaranteed. Visit Bubble Soccer Scotland for more info.

If you’d rather do less running around, try Electric Darts at The Raven, Augmented Reality Darts at Boom Battle Bar or fairground-style Social Darts at Flight Club. No experience needed – just turn up, aim and throw. Find out how to book at The RavenBoom Battle Bar or Flight Club.

Fun for all ages, you can play lawn bowls at a leisurely pace at Kelvingrove Lawn Bowls and Tennis Centre. Situated in the west end, it’s also an excellent free option. Learn more at Glasgow Life.

Hit the water

Enjoy Glasgow’s rivers and canals with these water-based adventures.

Feel the wind in your hair on a speedboat on the River Clyde. Book your adventure at Seaforce Power Boats.

For a bigger thrill, try whitewater tubing or kayaking. Visit Pinkston Watersports to find out more.

Or keep it calm and scenic by hiring a barge for a day on the canal with friends. Get more details at Navvie’s Barge.

A group of children in wetsuits and yellow helmets paddling a raft made of blue barrels on a body of water.
Pinkston Watersports

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Last updated: October 2025