Ahead of summer officially arriving - and with it festival season - there are a number of excellent gigs lined up for Glasgow in May.
Huge stars including American rapper and singer Doja Cat and Australian musician Tame Impala are among those with gigs lined up for the OVO Hydro in May, with the SEC Armadillo set to host the likes of Paul Simon and Carly Pearce.
As well as huge shows, there will also be smaller performances from bands such as Kneecap, who will follow up their Assai Records album launch show at Garage with two surprise gigs at St Luke’s on Monday, May 4.
Elsewhere, Midge Ure, Super Furry Animals, Mel C and Ludovico Einaudi have shows scheduled for Glasgow, as do Glen Hansard, Kiefer Sutherland and more.
With so many exciting concerts set to take place in Glasgow during May 2026, here are 27 highlights.
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5. Super Furry Animals — Friday, May 8 & Saturday, May 9
Part of their first headline tour in more than a decade, Super Furry Animals will play two shows in Glasgow this May, after selling out their first planned date. The Welsh band will play the Barrowland Ballroom on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 with support from Getdown Services. | Ryan Eddleston
6. Ludovico Einaudi — Friday, May 8
Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi will bring his iconic music to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Friday, May 8. | Getty Images
7. Paul Simon — Saturday, May 9 & Sunday, May 10
Legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon will play two nights at the SEC Armadillo on Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10. He will play his Grammy nominated album Seven Psalms in full, as well as fan favourites from his solo career and his time with Simon and Garfunkel. | Getty Images for LOVE ROCKS NYC/
8. Conan Gray — Sunday, May 10
Conan Gray will bring his Wishbone World Tour to Glasgow on Sunday May, 10. The American singer, songwriter and former YouTuber will play the OVO hydro with support from Esha Tewari. | Getty Images for iHeartRadio