Paisley Arts Festival
The first Paisley Arts Festival, running from Friday 27th March until Sunday 29th March, is bringing three days of unforgettable live performances, music and visual arts to the town!
About Paisley Arts Festival
| 27th Mar 2026 to 29th Mar 2026 | |
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| Paisley | |
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With a packed programme of events which will uncover hidden histories, new talents and experiences that will surprise you. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it here. Celebrate creativity and open the door to discovery in Scotland’s town of the year.
Festival Headliners:
Pam Hogg: Style, Defiance and the Art of Being Seen. Hosted by Irvine Welsh
Friday 27th March at Paisley Town Hall, 8.30pm
£15/£13
A reflective conversation by writer and close friend Irvine Welsh exploring Paisley-born designer Pam Hogg's life, legacy and cultural impact.
Club 69 at Paisley Arts Festival
Saturday 28th March at Paisley Town Hall, 5pm - 11pm
£28 (£36 inc After Party)
A high‑energy night of cutting‑edge electronic music featuring Mele, Optimo, Jaguar, Jasper James and Frankie Elyse and an exclusive Club 69 after‑party.
From Punk To Paolo
Sunday 29th March at Paisley Town Hall, 7.30pm
£35 /£33
A live musical celebration hosted by Vic Galloway charting Paisley’s journey from punk to Paolo, featuring Richard Jobson of The Skids, The Rezillos, Kathryn Joseph, King Creosote, Emma Pollock, C Duncan, kitti and Linzi Clark.
Supported by Creative Scotland
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