The Social Hub is bringing local businesses and community groups together for a free day of activitiesand entertainment this Saturday at their first Summer Social event.

Glasgow families are being invited to a free day of activities, food and entertainment this weekend, as The Social Hub hosts its first-ever neighbourhood celebration in the city centre.

Taking place on Saturday, 15 August from 11am to 4pm, the event will bring together local businesses, independent traders and family-focused collectives for an afternoon of activities for all ages, just days after schools across the city returned from the summer holidays.

Visitors can browse independent stalls curated by Park Lane Market, while Mini Manoeuvres, Glasgow’s family-friendly dance party, will bring music and entertainment for parents and kids.

There will also be free Pilates and yoga sessions from instructor Jacks Keith, alongside creative workshops including pop-up floral arranging sessions with Natural Stylist.

Food and drink will be a big part of the day, with The Social Hub’s head chef firing up the barbecue, alongside a pop-up bar and special treats including matcha acai bowls. The Social Hub’s resident DJ Lu will also provide the soundtrack to the afternoon with a set in the venue’s Restaurant & Bar.

The celebration marks the launch of The Social Hub’s new ‘Deer Neighbour’ programme, with the family festival set to become an annual fixture at the venue.

The Social Hub also plans to host bi-monthly events throughout the year, creating regular opportunities for local residents to meet, socialise and discover businesses and activities in their neighbourhood.

Ben McLeod, General Manager at The Social Hub Glasgow, said: “We wanted to create a proper summer gathering for our neighbours, bringing together some of Glasgow’s brilliant independent businesses and collectives for an afternoon that everyone can enjoy.

“From family dancing and market stalls to yoga, workshops, food and music, there will be plenty happening throughout the day, and we’re looking forward to welcoming people from across the neighbourhood and beyond.”

The event is free and open to everyone, with activities taking place both indoors and outdoors at The Social Hub.

The Social Hub’s Dear Neighbour event takes place on Saturday, 15 August, from 11am to 4pm. Sign up to attend via Eventbrite. Yoga, Pilates and floristry have limited spaces, so advance booking is recommended.