Kids, "Glasgow"

Learn about why Glasgow is known as River City, plus learn a bit more about the creatures that call its various waterways home.

Glasgow's oldest park plays host to attractions from around the world, extreme sports, a live music stage, street theatre, countryside activities and all manner of fun for kids.

An informal weekly 5k run in Pollok Country Park. Everyone is welcome, no matter how fast or slow (you're welcome to walk the route, bring your dog or push a buggy), so you can use it as a one-off fitness test, a chance to get some fresh air or come every week to try to beat your personal best time. It's friendly and…

This year's theme is 'Glasgow, Naturally' and a packed programme of workshops, shows, films, discussion, exhibitions and art collaborations allows budding scientists to sit back and learn something new or don safety goggles and take part in an experiment.

Live comedy for younger fans, particularly those aged 8–12. Every month a selection of comedians tweaks their material for the toughest audience on the planet. No under 5s; all kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Anyone who's ever tried to play free improvisation with 3–5 year olds will confirm that although little kids constantly improvise tunes in daily life, the minute you hand 'em an instrument they start bickering about what song they should play. But if anyone can free up that natural creativity, it's the boys and girls of…

This year's Zoofest is all about birds, by way of celebrating the 200th anniversary of the death of local ornithological hero Alexander Wilson. There are family-friendly demos on bird ecology and evolution, a chance to build your own nest (presumably not scaled to human size), a bird of prey show and other treats.

Creative workshops for families inspired by Glasgow Museums' collections, plus short, family-friendly tours throughout the day.

A day of pond dipping sessions and treasure hunts for younger frog fans, and 'pond doctor' Q&A sessions for adults in need of pond-related wisdom.

The ringside entertainment for Glasgow East's 5K Fun Run is an all-encompassing festival of music, drama, activities, storytelling, art and more.

Alex the Magician performs his kid-friendly magic (but adults enjoy it too – promise!). Ages 3+.

Rhymes, stories and songs to stimulate and delight wee ones. Ages 0–4. Booking is essential.

A chance for families to gather round the big screen.

Get your young ones bouncing around with these weekly dance classes. Ages 5–7.

Learn different styles and techniques while creating an evolving piece of choreography. Ages 12+.

Lively and fun drama and arts sessions for ages 12–18.

Drop - In Football Session for 12-18 year olds

Drop - In Football Session for 12-18 year olds

Drop - In Football Session for 12-18 year olds

Drop - In Football Session for 12-18 year olds

Drop - In Dance Session for 12-18 year olds

Drop - In Dance Session for 12-18 year olds

Drop - In Dance Session for 12-18 year olds

Drop - In Dance Session for 12-18 year olds