The sunshine can be a bit of a stranger to Glasgow but whenever it does come out in the sky, we have you covered for the best things to do whether it’s your first time visiting the city or you’re a local.
Whether you fancy sitting back with a cocktail to relax, having a stroll around one of Glasgow’s stunning parks or want to try something that’s a bit different.
If you are looking for a playlist to listen to whenever you head out and about on a sunny day, we also have you covered with our definitive ‘taps aff anthems’.
Here’s what to get up to in Glasgow on a sunny day in 2025.

25. Visit the Highland cows at Pollok Country Park
Surprisingly not a lot of people are privvy to the fold of Highland Cows living in Glasgow’s Pollok Country Park - it seems often forgotten about, and to think a Glaswegian could go their whole lives without ever setting eyes on a fluffy orange cow is heartbreaking. | © Glasgow Life / Paul Watt Photography

26. The Barras Market
Head on down to The Barras at the weekend and see what bargains you can find in the sunshine. | © Glasgow Life / Paul Watt Photography