🎉 Wee Weekender | 12–13 September – Comics, Crisps & Creature Capers! 🦸🥔🐕

Hello Wee Weekenders! 👋

This weekend's got a bit of everything: cosplay at Platform, make-your-own crisps in town, and sheepdogs showing off at the farm.

There are science experiments, skateboards, bats after dark and even miniature trains. A packed one, so pick your adventure and get stuck in.

Here's what's on 👇

🦸 Glasgow East Comic Con

Dust off the capes and dig out the face paint! Platform is filling up with comic artists, props, costumes, trader stalls and drop-in creative workshops, plus a special appearance from Scottish comic legend Frank Quitely. Everyone's encouraged to come dressed as their favourite character, which should make for some brilliant people-watching too.

📍 Platform Glasgow, Glasgow East End
⏰ Saturday 12th September, midday
💷 Free
👉 More info

🪩 FUNtron 3000 - Super PARTY Discotron

A party machine, a big red button and a rat called Rudy. What could possibly go wrong? Join Ryan and Rudy for games, dancing, silliness and a full-on disco party that'll have your wee ones burning off some Sunday energy.

📍 The Dockyard Social, Glasgow West End
⏰ Sunday 13th September, midday–2:30pm
💷 £10 per kids ticket, including 1 adult
👉 More info

🥔 Golden Wonder - World Of Wonder

Crisp fans, this is your moment. Kids can choose their own wild seasoning, tumble their own bespoke bag of crisps by hand, then take home a flavour pot for future snack experiments. Mango jalapeño or haggis flavour? The decisions are serious.

📍 St. Enoch Centre, Glasgow City Centre
⏰ Friday 11th–Saturday 12th September, 9:30am–6:30pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

🔬 Biggar Science Festival

Biggar is turning into one giant science lab for nine days. There are live shows, robots, space, experiments, music and hands-on activities dotted around town, with plenty of drop-in fun alongside ticketed sessions. Have a look at the programme before you go, as some events need booked ahead.

📍 Various venues, Biggar
⏰ Friday 11th–Sunday 13th September, see website for details
💷 See website for details
👉 More info

🛹 Movement Park Family Urban Sports Day

Give parkour, skateboarding, BMX and roller skating a go at Riverside Museum. Pick up a passport on arrival and collect stamps as your clan tackles the ninja zone, ramps, sports trail and silent disco. Free family fun with plenty of chances to try something new.

📍 Riverside Museum, Glasgow West End
⏰ Sunday 13th September, midday–3pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

🦇 Brilliant Bats at Baron’s Haugh

For families with big kids who don't mind staying up a little later, this dusk walk is a good yin. Explore Baron's Haugh by torchlight, use bat detectors and see how many species you can spot around the reserve's old trees and river paths. Bring a torch and sturdy footwear.

📍 RSPB Barons Haugh Nature Reserve, Motherwell
⏰ Saturday 12th September, 7pm–9pm
💷 £4–£14
👉 More info

🏛️ Doors Open Days North Lanarkshire

A free chance to peek inside some fascinating local places you might normally walk straight past. This year's highlights include Airdrie Observatory, Colzium House and Summerlee Museum, where there's also a play park and loads of outdoor space for the kids.

📍 Various venues, North Lanarkshire
⏰ Saturday 12th–Sunday 13th September, see website for details
💷 Free
👉 More info

🚂 Model & Hobby Show

There are model boats, racing yachts, detailed displays and a hands-on Scalextric track where grown-ups can absolutely attempt to prove they're still the fastest. Miniature locomotives are joining the fun this year too, along with fudge for anyone needing a wee sugar boost.

📍 Mackinnon Mills, Coatbridge
⏰ Saturday 12th–Sunday 13th September, 10am–5pm
💷 £5 adults / accompanied children under 16 free
👉 More info

🌱 Wiston Lodge Community Climate Action Day

Fresh air, guided walks, family activities and practical ideas for living a little greener. You can join a cycle ride, learn about growing your own food, explore the grounds below Tinto Hill and settle in with soup and a roll afterwards.

📍 Wiston Lodge, Biggar
⏰ Saturday 12th September, 10am–3pm
💷 Free
👉 More info

🐕 Working Animal Day

Sheepdogs, stunt dogs, crafts and stories make this a cracking day out for animal-loving kids. Watch expert handlers Glen and Jan Welsh in action outdoors, catch Les Amis d'Onno's dog stunt team, then head inside for themed activities.

📍 National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride
⏰ Saturday 12th September, 10:30am–4pm
💷 Free with museum admission
👉 More info

That's your weekend sorted, Wee Weekenders! ✨

From comic-book heroes and crisp-making to bat walks and very talented dogs, there's plenty here for a proper family adventure.

Here's hoping for dry socks, happy bairns and maybe a quiet coffee somewhere along the way.

Catch you next week,

Wee Weekender 💛