Families are invited to discover Sauchiehall Street in a whole new way during the Weekend of Play, a free two-day programme of games, creative activities and sensory adventures taking place across Sauchiehall Street and Garnethill Park on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June.

Programmed in partnership with Glasgow Building Preservation Trust and hosted by Sauchiehall Street: Culture and Heritage District, the event celebrates the stories, heritage and imagination of one of Glasgow's most iconic streets through hands-on activities for children, families and curious adults alike.

Visitors can score a silent film, hunt for bugs, create ceramic tiles, make pizza, listen to the hidden sounds of trees, record memories of the city, explore sensory nature trails and even perfect their best pigeon impression.

Highlights include:

Peek Street Play with PEEK Projects, featuring obstacle courses, chalk murals and creative challenges.
Foley Fun, where children can create sound effects for archive footage of Sauchiehall Street. These sessions take place at Garnethill Multi-Cultural Centre.
Big Bug Safari with the Hunterian Museum, exploring the fascinating world of insects.
Sensory Nature Play in Garnethill Park, with creative activities inspired by the park's wildlife, history and unique landscape.
Tile & Tea Party with Make It Glasgow, celebrating Glasgow's ceramic and tearoom heritage.
Recording Booth, inviting local people to share stories and memories that will become part of a new community film.
DIY Pizza Making with Join the Dots, inspired by the city's rich Italian-Scots history.
Bath (Street) Bombs! with Join the Dots, throw bath bombs into a vat of water in Garnethill Park and watch them fizz, pop and crackle in different colours whilst you hear about the history of Bath Street.

Peacocks Ice Cream is bringing a taste of nostalgia to Glasgow on Saturday 27th June from 12noon with free servings of Tutti Frutti ice cream, celebrating the beloved BBC Scotland drama Tutti Frutti.

The giveaway pays tribute to the iconic six-part series, written by John Byrne and first broadcast in 1987, which followed the chaotic adventures of a rock ’n’ roll band on tour. The show became a cultural milestone, winning six BAFTAs and launching the careers of its star-studded cast, including Robbie Coltrane, Emma Thompson, Maurice Roëves, Richard Wilson and Katy Murphy. Much of the series was filmed on and around Sauchiehall Street, making Glasgow itself a key character in the story — and the inspiration behind this one-day-only celebration.

Served until it’s gone, locals and visitors are invited to enjoy a playful tribute to one of Scotland’s most treasured television moments.

All activities are free. Most events are drop-in, while some activities require advance booking.