Welcome back to Quine’s Weekend Guide – your curated list of the best events, food, shopping, festivals, and more across Scotland. Every week, we handpick the top things to do in Scotland.
Looking to find what’s on in Glasgow and Edinburgh this weekend, 23rd & 24th of March? There’s a fabulous selection of events on offer, and we’ve curated the top five must-try experiences for this weekend…
Support local businesses and learn something new
Dive into sustainability and style at Fair Fashion Collective’s inaugural festival in Glasgow this Saturday. From vintage clothing swaps to hands-on workshops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy:
- Explore the treasures at Bam Glasgow’s Vintage Clothing Swap Shop.
- Unleash your creativity by making and screen printing your own tote bag with Print Clan & Rags to Riches.
- Join the discussion on ethical business practices at Apparel Xchange’s panel discussion.
- Give your favourite knits new life at the drop-in repair shop with Second Cashmere at The Deep End.
When: Saturday, March 23rd
Where: Various venues in the G41 area of Glasgow
For the full itinerary visit fairfashioncollective.co.uk.
Visit the hot chocolate café of dreams
Prepare your taste buds for a journey into chocolate paradise as the viral hot chocolate café, Knoops’, has opened in Edinburgh.
Customise your ideal hot chocolate, iced chocolate, or milkshake before visiting the castle, taking a trip to Arthur’s seat or meandering the city’s cobbled streets.
The Old Town store is great to grab a hot chocolate on the go whilst exploring the beauty of the city, and for those looking to sit down and catch up with friends or get on with some work over a hot chocolate, the New Town store is the perfect location.
Bringing a point of difference to Edinburgh’s café scene, Knoops is the only brand to boast a customisable chocolate % menu. There are over 20 different chocolate %s – from 28% White to 100% Extra Dark – nine different dairy and plant-based milks and over 20 extras, like sea salt, orange zest, chilli and cinnamon.
Where: 11-15 Victoria Street, Old Town and 106 George Street, New Town, Edinburgh
Visit knoops.co.uk.
Commission a bespoke piece of jewellery
Elevate your style at Dower & Hall’s exclusive Spring Clean Event in Glasgow. Step into their boutique nestled in Princes Square Mall and immerse yourself in the allure of celestial motifs and delicate floral designs. This weekend, join co-founder Dan Dower in-store to create a piece that’s truly bespoke to you.
With over 30 years of experience, Dan collaborates with clients to create bespoke one-off pieces. From concept to completion, he can weave dreams into reality. This weekend, 23rd – 24th March, you can discuss bespoke commissions and be on your way to transforming your vision into an exquisite, unique piece.
When: Saturday and Sunday, March 23rd – 24th
Where: Dower & Hall, Level 1, Princes Square
Visit dowerandhall.com.
Design tote bags for Refuweegee
Fancy getting creative? Do it for a good cause, and join Scottish eyewear brand, IOLLA, in celebrating the power of business for good at their Glasgow City Centre Showroom this Sunday. Design tote bags for Refuweegee, a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting displaced individuals who are arriving in Glasgow.
These personalised tote bags not only offer practical necessities but also a heartfelt welcome— a true representation of the warmth and friendliness for which the people of Glasgow are renowned.
When: Sunday, 24th March, 11am – 5pm
Where: IOLLA, West George Street, Glasgow
Visit refuweegee.co.uk.
Get lost in cinema
Lose yourself in the mesmerising world of storytelling at the Glasgow Short Film Festival from now until the 24th. This year, the festival explores themes of freedom and the power of archives through special films and events.
A few features at this years festival include:
- Films by Scottish filmmaker Bill Douglas accompanied by live music.
- Films by French-Moroccan filmmaker Randa Maroufi.
- Works by Jyoti Mistry, who reimagines old footage.
- Rarely seen films by a Mexican feminist group.
- Late-night shows featuring folk tales and popular festival films.
When: Now until 24th March
Where: Venues across Glasgow
To view the full line-up and to book tickets, visit glasgowshort.org.
