A Celebration of Edwin Morgan
Friday 9th September 2022 // 19:30-21:30
New Kilpatrick Parish Church Hall

An evening of poetry, theatre, music and memories of Edwin Morgan, hosted by Morgan expert Pip Osmond-Williams accompanied by James McGonigal, Morgan's biographer.

There will be readings by Scottish Theatre-makers Raymond Wilson and Hannah Justad, with music by intersectional cellist Simone Seales. Also taking place as part of the event will be a performance of the Bearsden Shark Live Show, which was toured around local primary schools in June 2022 – expect some audience participation!

Doors Open Day 2022
Saturday 10th September 2022 // 10:00-15:00
New Kilpatrick Parish Church

Come and see a fascinating exhibition about the discovery of the 330-million-year-old Bearsden Shark in the Manse Burn exactly 40 years ago, as well as children's art inspired by the find.

The Bearsden Festival's own Carnival Art shark chasing its lunch will be easy to spot, but can you find the other sharks hidden in the church and around Bearsden Cross? The Shark Treasure Hunt (with prizes for all young participants) starts and ends at the Church.

Quavers Make music, be happy!
Saturday 10th September 2022 // 10:00-12:00
New Kilpatrick Parish Church New Halls

Free taster workshops for children aged 3-7 to learn and enjoy music.

Two free taster music sessions for children aged 3-7 years will take place as part of the Bearsden Festival Weekend on Saturday 10th September. The workshops leader who runs Quavers can take up to ten children per 45-minute workshop at New Kilpatrick Church. One workshop will be at 10am and the other at 11am. Please book in advance as places will go quickly.

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The workshops will capture the children's imagination as they explore the language of music. They will be captivated by the Note Family and their adventures, which unfold in stories, songs and games throughout the class.

Make Your Own Shark Willow Workshop
Saturday 10th September 2022 // 10:00-15:00
New Kilpatrick Parish Church Hall

Artist Jane McInally will lead two willow art workshops as part of the Bearsden Festival Weekend of free activities for all. All materials will be provided.

Each family can create their very own Bearsden Shark using willow and other materials, or invent their own species if they'd prefer! Please book a ticket for each family member and attendees should wear clothes that you don't mind getting messy. Places are limited so please book ahead!

Gala Film Screening
Saturday 10th September 2022 // 19:30-21:00
Bearsden Baptist Church

Bring along the family to the Gala Screening of films created at the Bearsden Festival Community Film School in the summer, all inspired by the discovery of the Bearsden Shark.

Everyone is invited to see student and professional documentaries and animations created by families, and short features shot by young people during a 48-hour film challenge. Red carpet photo opportunities (come dressed to impress!) and refreshments available.

Sunday Wellbeing Afternoon
Sunday 11th September 2022 // 13:30-20:00
New Kilpatrick Parish Church

An afternoon of free wellness taster sessions

Join the Bearsden Festival for a relaxing afternoon of wellness taster sessions. There are sessions to suit all age groups and everything is free.

Book your afternoon pass here or just come along on the day. Sessions will be on a first-come, first-served basis and there will be sign-up sheets on the door on the day for you to add your name to.

You can come to one session or several, it's up to you. Please see the programme of taster sessions below.