The Merchant City Festival takes over central Glasgow in late summer with a ten-day outdoor food market and a Briggait street-food hall of world flavours and DJs.
Dates and details checked July 1, 2026 by Elliot Marsh against the organiser's site.
Hotels in Glasgow around 24 July to 2 August 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.
Merchant City Festival runs 24 July to 2 August. These are the food tours and tastings in Glasgow to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Discover Glasgow’s West End through iconic Scottish flavors - from haggis and oysters to whisky and Cranachan - while uncovering the city’s rich history, humor, and cu...
Guided tour · 3 hours
Join us on a tasty food tour around Glasgow. You’ll try delicious local dishes, hear the stories behind them, chat with the locals and learn about the city’s rich hist...
Guided tour · 1 hour
Explore The Clydeside Distillery, a single malt Scotch whisky distillery in the heart of Glasgow. Enjoy the Dockside Story, a guided tour of the distillery, and a tast...
Address: Merchant City, Glasgow G1 1TS
