Glasgow Secret Santa Gift Ideas 2023
You know the situation, you are in a work or friend group secret Santa and you are stuck for ideas on what present to buy.
You are wracking your brain, going down the usual route of looking at the Christmas tat aisle in Tesco wondering if a cat mug is suitable for Steven in accounts or that Jack Daniels gift set is suitable for your pal Sarah. You have seen her drink JD & Coke on a night out once haven’t you?
Do not fear. We are here to help. You will soon be known as the cool gift giver in the office. Someone that thinks a little bit outside the box but always delivers. Here are some ideas for your Secret Santa Gift this year to make you the best Secret Santa’r in Glasgow.
*ticket prices below don’t include booking fees
TWO TICKETS FOR £10(ISH)
LIAM FARRELLY: FLIPBOOK (PREVIEW)
Van Winkle Barrowland
Tuesday 26th March 2024
Liam Farrelly, is leaning into a creative risk and opening up in his latest preview show. Gearing up for the Edinburgh fringe, award winner and tv name, Farrelly, returns to his stomping ground of Glasgow to bring his usual hilarity and punchlines with a new thoughtful edge.
WELCH AND MILLER: DINNAE KEN
Van Winkle West End
Friday 15th March 2024
They’re just Michael and Ruaridh and they dinnae ken. Two of the Scottish comedy circuit’s rising stars have suffered a crisis that’s lead them to question their world and existence…. turning 30.
WEIRDLY WHOLESOME TIIA: WORDS
The Old Hairdresser’s
Saturday 16th March 2024
Combining original songs and poetry to their stand up routine, Tiia delivers weirdly wholesome content that will leave the audience slightly baffled, but warm at heart.
JAY LYNCH: GO TOBANN
Van Winkle West End
Sunday 17th March 2024
From the Seanchaí to Terry Wogan, the Irish are great at telling stories. Jay Lynch is no different. Join Jay on St Patrick’s Day for a celebration of the frivolity of life and the sudden changes that stop you in your tracks.
2024 WHOLESOME PRISON BLUES
Blackfriars
Saturday 23rd March 2024
Wholesome Prison Blues returns to the Glasgow International Comedy Festival, with a remixed line up of Scotland’s finest comedians, showcasing their ‘Actually-Performed-in-Prisons’ stand up show, for the general (and paying) public.
5 FIFERS FOR A FIVER
Van Winkle West End
Saturday 23rd March 2024
Mirth of Forth Productions’ popular showcase show returns to the Glasgow Comedy Festival. Featuring some of the best Fife-based acts on the circuit, this will be the eighth year for the show in the GICF.
TWO TICKETS FOR £15(ISH)
KATE HAMMER: VIRGINIAL VIRGIN STONE
McChuills
Tuesday 26th March 2024
Kate Hammer (Just for Laughs, BBC Short Stuff, Late N’ Live) is ready to dig into her goat-farming past and bare all (emotionally). A semi-finalist for LGBTQ Comedian of the Year and Funny Women 2022, Kate shares secrets of maple syrup making, mowing church lawns, and the meaning of her name – all while wearing a bright pink jumpsuit.
AARON WOOD: LIVING THE DREAM
Van Winkle West End
Saturday 16th March 2024
‘Living The Dream’ – Every Brits answer to the question ‘how you doing?’ regardless of how completely tragic their life is. Join Aaron Wood, one of the North West’s fastest rising stars for his hilarious debut show where he looks to determine what ‘the dream’ actually is.
Described as ‘talent way beyond his time on the circuit’ and host of the Spread Negativity podcast with over 100 million views online.
AIDEEN MCQUEEN: DATING QUEEN!
Van Winkle West End
Sunday 17th March 2024
Acclaimed Irish comedian Aideen McQueen takes the stage in her side-splitting comedy show where she gives insight into the world of daring with razor-sharp wit and irresistible charm, Aideen regales the audience with uproarious tales of her dating escapades and the hilarious mishaps she’s encountered along the way.
AMY MATTHEWS: COMMUTE WITH THE FOXES (WORK IN PROGRESS)
Blackfriars
Thursday 14th March 2024
This is a work in progress show. That means it’s a collection of sparky new ideas that will end up being a Fringe show and a tour show. This is the block of marble before it becomes Michaelangelo’s David, which arguably, makes it more exciting than the finished article.
DAVID BRATCHPIECE: ALMOST 50
Van Winkle West End
Friday 15th March 2024
A Generation X memoir. Join David as he reflects on a life less ordinary (so far).
The dreaded half century is looming just round the corner for David Bratchpiece, forcing him into a reflective mood.
SARAH ROBERTS: SILKWORM
Van Winkle West End
Sunday 24th March 2024
An adorable preview from the world’s youngest, smallest, most normal comedian, Sarah Roberts. Expect important and timely questions such as, “Would you still fancy me if I was a worm?”, “Can I vape on stage?” and “Why aren’t you laughing?”
And if you are looking for some bigger present inspiration for family and friends, check out our Christmas Gift Guide.
