Interactive experiences

With 4 stages and activity throughout the park,
there’s something for everyone to enjoy at WOMAD Glasgow.

WOMAD Glasgow isn’t just a feast for the ears,
it’s a hands-on playground for all ages.
Come for the global icons, stay for the memories you make with your own two hands

Start your day with the moving meditation of Chi Gong and Tai Chi with Ricefield Arts, the perfect festival reset.

Grab a prop and join the whirl of colour in our Chinese Ribbon and Fan Dance workshops for the full family.

Get hands-on with the delicate art of Paper Folding and create your own Traditional Lantern to light up your festival weekend.

Scotland’s musical instrument library brings a “Come and Try” extravaganza to the park. For absolute beginners, aspiring rockstars, and shower-singers of all ages.

Try something totally new in our all-day “Come and Try” sessions with Music Broth, or level up with focused tutoring in Percussion, Ukulele, and Hip-Hop/Rap each day.

Don’t miss Interactive Beatboxing on Friday or our massive Saturday Festival Choir, no experience needed, just bring your voice!

Pop into our creative hub and build your very own puppet character with Puppet Stew. From simple silhouettes to quirky creatures, our team will help you bring your new friend to life. A perfect memento from WOMAD Glasgow.

Take up a rare opportunity to learn the soulful, intricate techniques of traditional Persian singing. Join renowned musicians Aref Ghorbani and Erfan Imandar for an intimate workshop. You’ll explore the haunting melodies and unique vocal ornaments of Iran’s rich musical heritage.

Join Shooglenifty, Suntou Susso, MONTAÑERA and Justin Adams and Mauro Durante for specialist music workshop sessions across our New World Stage and Workshop Gardens.

We have a dedicated woodland wonderland designed specifically for children and their grown-ups. Create your own festival style by manking Flower Crowns, Kites, and Screen Painting with Wildhood.

Bond over Family Harmony sessions and high-energy dance and music workshops designed to get the whole tribe moving together.

Visit the magical basecamp under the Wishing Tree featuring Face Painting and pop-up Circus Walkabouts that will leave the kids spellbound.