We’ve got a packed programme full of entertainment for all ages.
Here’s the weekend’s full programme.
Children and Families Programme
As well as traders offering kids’ portions on their menus, there will be a buffet of free activities for children across the whole weekend.
Friday
- Free face painting and inflatables from 4 – 7pm
Saturday
- Free face painting, balloon modelling and inflatables from 12noon – 6pm
- Demos from ‘keepy uppy’ football record holder, Graeme Lightbody
- Sports-themed food making workshops, suitable for children aged 4 and over. Visit Eventbrite to book a free place. A small number of walk up places are available on the day and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Children must be accompanied by an adult, adults do not need to book a space in advance.
- 12.00 – 12.45pm SOLD OUT
- 1.15 – 2.00pm SOLD OUT
- 2.30 – 3.15pm SOLD OUT
- 3.45 – 4.30pm SOLD OUT
- 5.00 – 5.45pm
- Green-themed drop-in kids’ workshops with Rainbow Turtle and NatureFix from 12noon – 6pm.
- Performances from our adorable Highland Coo and White Rabbit on stilts
- 12noon – 1.15pm
- 1.30 – 2.15pm
- 2.45 – 3.30pm
- 4.30 – 5.45pm
- Sports-themed circus cabaret shows
- 1 – 1.30pm
- 4.15 – 4.45pm
- Juggling walkabout act from 2 – 3pm.
- Free sports-themed circus drop-in workshop from 2.30 – 3.30pm.
Gin tasting with Paisley GINstitute
A new addition to our 2026 programme, discover the world of craft gin with a guided tasting experience led by Paisley GINstitute. Sample a selection of six unique gins, learn about botanicals and flavour pairings, and find your perfect serve in a relaxed, sociable setting. Perfect for gin lovers and curious newcomers alike.
The workshops cost £25 per person and there are 25 places available per session, visit Paisley Ginstitute and select one of the Paisley Food and Drink Festival slots to book.
- Friday 24 April, 6 – 7.30pm
- Saturday 25 April, 2 – 3.30pm
- Saturday 25 April, 6 – 7.30pm
Big Feed’s Foodie Market
A bespoke artisan market in Abbey Close including reworked streetwear, ceramics, homeware, bath & body products, baked goods and artisan condiments.
Full trader list
- Ali Smith (handmade ceramics and pottery)
- Chulo’s Stuffed Cookies
- Condiment Man (artisan hot sauces, jams, condiments)
- Finn’s Emporium (natural dog treats, toys, health essentials)
- Firedog
- GPS Vintage (reworked streetwear and accessories – mobile boutique setup)
- LUSH Braehead (bath bombs, body care)
- Melts my Heart UK (healthcare and homeware)
- SF Brand (independent clothing label)
Abbey Garden’s Stage
We’ll have live music from bands and artists of all genres. Here’s the weekend’s full playlist.
Friday
- 4 – 4.15pm: Jennifer Scott Dance
- 4.15 – 4.30pm: Heriot Glee Club
- 4.30 – 5pm: SAMA Takeover – The Soul Collective
- 5.30 – 6pm: SAMA Takeover – Conscious Route
- 6.30 – 7pm: SAMA Takeover – Kryptik
- 7.30 – 8.30pm: Jazz House Party
- 8.45 – 10pm: The Background Sounds
Saturday
- 12noon – 12.20pm: Rural Renfrewshire Guitar Club
- 12.20 – 1pm: Juniper Three
- 1 – 1.45pm: Howlin’ Radio
- 2 – 2.40pm: KPop TRIO – Act 1
- 2.45 – 3pm: RockUs Choir
- 3.10 – 3.50pm: Graeme Kerr
- 4 – 4.40pm: KPop TRIO – Act 2
- 4.55 – 5.35pm: Lòchran
- 5.45 – 6pm: Paisley Rock Choir
- 6.15 – 7pm: We Funky Few
- 7.15 – 8pm: Feeva Act 1 – 70s and 80s
- 8.15 – 9pm: Feeva Act 2 – 90s
The Keg Stage
The popular Keg tent will be in Abbey Close with their programmed stage, bar and delightful beer garden. Here’s the full programme for the weekend.
Friday – Keg Sessions, Grassroots music night
- 4.40 – 5.25pm: The Latest Flame
- 5.45 – 6.30pm: The Lines
- 6.50 – 7.35pm: Oran Ra
- 7.55 – 8.40pm: Citadels
- 9 – 9.55pm: Careo
Saturday
- 12.45 – 1.30pm: The Keg Open Mic Regulars
- 1.45 – 2.30pm: The Loners
- 2.45 – 3.30pm: Drty Luv
- 3.45 – 4.30pm: Ocean Views
- 4.45 – 5.30pm: Bicycle Trip
- 5.45 – 6.30pm: Amped
- 6.45 – 7.30pm: Penny Skint
- 7.45 – 8.55pm: Lateral Flow
