Cinderella at Citizens Theatre
Building levy and venue commission are already included in advertised prices.
Things to do with kids in Gorbals
Gorbals family plans can stay close to Crown Street and Ballater Street: browse books and old neighbourhood photographs at the library, build with Lego, or make time for a swim. The Citizens Theatre adds stories and live performance for different ages, while The Barn offers shared early-years play and activities for older children. Check the particular session before setting out: some local events have G5-resident or additional-support-needs conditions, and theatre shows have their own age recommendations and booking fees.
Choose library songs and Lego, swimming on Ballater Street, or an age-matched show at the Citizens Theatre. The Barn adds shared play and junior activities; check each group’s booking and any local-residence conditions.
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Gorbals family plans can stay close to Crown Street and Ballater Street: browse books and old neighbourhood photographs at the library, build with Lego, or make time for a swim. The Citizens Theatre adds stories and live performance for different ages, while The Barn offers shared early-years play and activities for older children. Check the particular session before setting out: some local events have G5-resident or additional-support-needs conditions, and theatre shows have their own age recommendations and booking fees.
Events
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Sunday 6 Dec
Cinderella at Citizens Theatre
Building levy and venue commission are already included in advertised prices.
Thursday 10 Dec
Cinderella at Citizens Theatre
Building levy and venue commission are already included in advertised prices.
Friday 11 Dec
Cinderella at Citizens Theatre
Building levy and venue commission are already included in advertised prices.
Saturday 12 Dec
Poggle’s Christmas Adventure
Vince is afraid to explore the forest until he meets Poggle. Their adventure discovers a magical musical tree through dance, live music, rhythm and comedy.
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Classes & workshops
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Baby & toddler play
Baby/Toddler Group at The Barn
Cyca.org.uk
Gorbals
Babies and toddlers with parent/carer
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Bookbug at Gorbals Library
Glasgowlife.org.uk
Gorbals
Babies, toddlers and children under 5 with parent/carer
Join songs, stories and rhymes with babies, toddlers and under-fives.
Juniors at The Barn
Cyca.org.uk
Gorbals
8–12 years; Greater Gorbals residents
Dates, prices & session options
Full programme detailsLego Fun at Gorbals Library
Glasgowlife.org.uk
Gorbals
5–11 years
Build imaginative structures with the library’s collection of Lego sets.
Oscar Marzaroli’s Gorbals: permanent photograph display
Glasgowlife.org.uk
Gorbals
All ages
Sport & movement
Pre-school Learn to Swim at Glasgow Club Gorbals
Glasgowlife.org.uk
Gorbals
3–5 years
Build confidence and swimming skills through supported group lessons.
Dates, prices & session options
Full programme detailsPlaces to visit
Choose a place for a day at your own pace.
Citizens Theatre
Gorbals
Explore a working theatre and choose a child-friendly show on Gorbals Street.
St Francis Community Centre
Gorbals
A Cumberland Street community base for local classes, clubs and meetings.
Addresses for your route
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- Citizens Theatre
Citizens Theatre, 119 Gorbals Street, Glasgow, G5 9DS
- Glasgow Club Gorbals
Glasgow Club Gorbals, Ballater Street, Glasgow, G5 0YP
- Gorbals Library
Gorbals Library, Crown Street, Glasgow, G5 9XD
- St Francis Community Centre
St Francis Community Centre, 405 Cumberland Street, Glasgow, G5 0SE
- The Barn Youth Centre
The Barn Youth Centre, 37 Abbotsford Place, Gorbals, Glasgow, G5 9QS
Guides & inspiration
Gorbals with kids: books, swimming and a trip to the theatre
Plan a Gorbals family outing around library songs and Lego, swimming, community play and age-matched theatre.