Here are a few great things happening in and around Paisley over the next 10 days.
Featured this week: May Fèis Weekend (8–10 May)
Coming soon: Paisley Book Festival (15–17 May)
Regular favourites: Barshaw Junior Parkrun (Sundays)
Culture picks: China Crisis @ The Bungalow
Heritage & learning: Family History Cafe + Local History Cafe (Paisley Arts Centre)
Published: Thursday 7 May 2026 Brought to you by: Paisley.org.uk — your positive guide to what’s on in Paisley. Hashtag: #PositivePaisley
This week’s highlights
May Fèis Weekend — Thu 8–Sat 10 May — Paisley Arts Centre + Re:Hope Church (Paisley) A brilliant three-day celebration of traditional music and Gaelic song, with workshops and concerts across Paisley. Great for anyone who loves live music, community vibes, and learning something new.
Paisley Book Festival — Thu 15–Sat 17 May — Paisley Town Hall + Paisley Central Library A packed programme of author events, talks, and family-friendly sessions celebrating books and storytelling in the heart of town.
Barshaw Junior Parkrun — Every Sunday in May — 9:30am — Barshaw Park A free, friendly 2km run for juniors — perfect for families looking for an active start to the day.
What’s on in Paisley — by date
Thursday 8 May – Saturday 10 May
May Fèis Weekend
Time: Various times across the three days
Location: Paisley Arts Centre + Re:Hope Church (Paisley)
What it is: A three-day celebration of traditional music and Gaelic song. Expect a mix of workshops and live performances, with a welcoming atmosphere for both newcomers and regulars.
Cost: Mix of free workshops and pay-what-you-can concerts (as listed by organisers)
Book / info: OneRen
Good for: Music lovers, culture fans, anyone curious about Gaelic/trad music
Sunday (weekly)
Barshaw Junior Parkrun
Time: Sundays at 9:30am
Location: Barshaw Park, Paisley
What it is: A free, weekly 2km run for juniors. Supportive, well-organised, and a great community morning.
Cost: Free (registration required)
Book / info: Junior Parkrun page
Good for: Families, juniors, anyone wanting a positive Sunday routine
Date not specified (May)
China Crisis — Live at The Bungalow
Time: 7:00pm
Location: The Bungalow, Paisley
What it is: A live music night at one of Paisley’s best-loved venues — a great shout for an evening out.
Cost: Ticketed (check booking link)
Book / info: The Bungalow
Good for: Live music fans, couples/friends night out
Date not specified (monthly)
Family History Café (Beatson Cancer Charity)
Time: 10:00am–11:30am
Location: Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley
What it is: A friendly drop-in session for anyone interested in researching family history, with a community feel and fundraising support for Beatson Cancer Charity.
Cost: Not specified (check organiser details)
Book / info: OneRen
Good for: Families, beginners, local history & genealogy fans
Local History Café (Beatson Cancer Charity)
Time: 10:00am–11:30am
Location: Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley
What it is: A welcoming local history session focused on Paisley and Renfrewshire, supporting Beatson Cancer Charity.
Cost: Not specified (check organiser details)
Book / info: OneRen
Good for: Local history fans, community-minded folks, anyone curious about Paisley’s past
Thursday 15 May – Saturday 17 May
Paisley Book Festival
Time: Various times across the three days
Location: Paisley Town Hall + Paisley Central Library
What it is: A multi-day book festival with author talks, discussions, and family-friendly events — a brilliant way to spend time in town if you love books and big ideas.
Cost: Pay-what-you-can / accessible pricing (as listed by organisers)
Book / info: OneRen
Good for: Readers, families, students, anyone after a cultural day out
Family-friendly picks
Barshaw Junior Parkrun — Sundays, 9:30am — Barshaw Park — Free, friendly 2km for juniors — https://www.parkrun.org.uk/barshaw-juniors/
Paisley Book Festival — 15–17 May — Town Hall + Central Library — Family sessions and a great town-centre day out —
Free / low-cost picks
Barshaw Junior Parkrun — Sundays, 9:30am — Barshaw Park — Free (registration required) — https://www.parkrun.org.uk/barshaw-juniors/
May Fèis Weekend — 8–10 May — Various venues — Includes free workshops + pay-what-you-can concerts —
Got an event to share?
If you’re running something in Paisley (or nearby and relevant to Paisley audiences), send the details and a poster/image and we’ll help spread the word.
Email: brian@paisley.org.uk
Include: event name, date/time, location, short description, ticket link, and an image you have permission to share.
Featured this week: May Fèis Weekend (8–10 May)
Coming soon: Paisley Book Festival (15–17 May)
Regular favourites: Barshaw Junior Parkrun (Sundays)
Culture picks: China Crisis @ The Bungalow
Heritage & learning: Family History Cafe + Local History Cafe (Paisley Arts Centre)