How to get to Celtic Connections
Getting to Celtic Connections is easy with Avanti West Coast. The festival takes place across various Glasgow venues, so the first thing to do is arrive in Glasgow.
One simple way to get to the city is by train. The nearest train station to the event is Glasgow Central Station. Trains to Glasgow arrive frequently from all kinds of locations such as London, Carlisle and Preston.
From the train station, visitors to the festival can arrive at individual venues on foot, by taxi, by bus, or using Glasgow’s subway system. Make sure to check in advance which venue you’ll need to head to first, as they’re scattered across the city centre.
Festival-goers can also drive into Glasgow, but be aware that as a busy city centre, roads may be busy and car parking could be difficult.
For the ultimate stress-free trip to Glasgow, train travel is recommended. Sit back, relax and await your arrival.
What to do at Celtic Connections
There’s so much to do at Celtic Connections, with over 2 weeks of incredible entertainment. The festival is known for its warm atmosphere, diverse mix of genres and unifying impact.
Come together with friends and family to get involved and enjoy the fun. The festival involves all kinds of exciting events like concerts, talks, exhibitions and workshops.
The event even includes Ceilidh dancing. Here, festival-goers can put on their dancing shoes and spin across the floor to their favourite tunes. This traditional Scottish dance is not to be missed, whether you’re experienced or a complete beginner.
In recent years, the festival has hosted names like Chris Thile, Billy Bragg, Simon Neil and Emma Pollock. The line-up is new every year, so it’s always worth visiting to experience something new every time.
About Celtic Connections
Celtic Connections is a popular folk, roots and world music festival that takes place in Glasgow every year. Thousands of musicians from all over the world come together in Glasgow to celebrate music across the globe. Celtic Connections started back in 1994 and has been a successful yearly event since.
The festival takes place across the city of Glasgow, making the most of the city’s stunning venues. Shows and events can be found at venues like Glasgow City Halls and Glasgow Royal City Hall. Following the festival around the city is a great way to see so many of Glasgow’s most beautiful buildings and venues.
Celtic Connections even went online for the first time in 2021, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. More than 100,000 people from 65 countries tuned in to over 10.5 million minutes of brilliant content across 19 days.
Ways to save on your train ticket to Celtic Connections
Let Avanti West Coast help you save money on your train ticket to Glasgow for the popular Celtic Connections festival.
Railcards are one of the simplest ways to find cheaper train tickets. With your Railcard, you can save an average of 1/3 on train journeys. There are so many card types available, so you’re guaranteed to find the perfect fit for you.
Travelling off-peak is another great way to save your pennies for the festival. Off-Peak tickets involve travelling at quieter times for a reduced fare. Choosing your arrival time at Glasgow carefully can save you money and give you more time to enjoy the beautiful Scottish city.
To save even more, make sure to book your train tickets well in advance. Advance Train Tickets provide you with a cheaper ticket the earlier you book: it pays to be organised.
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