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EVENTS AT MCPHATER STREET

OUR VENUE IS THE PERFECT SETTING FOR ANY EVENT

Here at The National Piping Centre we offer a truly unique Scottish venue that everyone in your party will be sure to enjoy. Located in the heart of Glasgow’s city centre, we are ideally located for all your memorable occasions.

If you have an idea for an event we are more than happy to assist you in making it happen. Our management team here at The National Piping Centre would be delighted to show you our facilities and help plan your special occasion to ensure it is an event to remember.

Weddings at NPC

Dream weddings are created here

From an intimate wedding ceremony, a wedding breakfast for up to 120, or an evening reception for 150. Whatever your plans, the National Piping Centre is the perfect wedding venue in Glasgow, offering a choice of stunning rooms to allow your day to flow beautifully.

Private events at NPC

For memorable events, big or small

From birthdays to banquets, ceilidhs to conferences The National Piping Centre is your architecturally unique, City Centre location. Our expert team of event planners will provide you with a bespoke service, ensuring the perfect event to suit any occasion.

WHETHER YOUR EVENT IS BIG OR SMALL, WE CAN ARRANGE IT

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale celebration, The National Piping Centre offers versatile spaces and expert event coordination to bring your vision to life. From corporate functions and workshops to weddings and cultural events, our unique venue combines historic charm with modern facilities to create an unforgettable experience.

Our dedicated events team will work closely with you to tailor every detail — including catering, audio-visual support, and entertainment — ensuring a seamless and memorable occasion. Located in the heart of Glasgow, with excellent transport links, The National Piping Centre is the perfect setting for your next event.

  • CORPORATE AWAY DAYS
  • MEETINGS & AGMS
  • CEILIDHS
  • GRADUATION BALLS
  • CORPORATE AWAY DAYS
  • BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
  • CONCERTS
  • FASHION SHOWS
  • PIPING RECITALS & COMPETITIONS
  • SCHOOL REUNIONS
  • EXHIBITIONS
  • ENGAGEMENT PARTIES

Funerals at NPC

Funerals and life celebrations

We offer a range of funeral reception venues to suit each family. Our Auditorium is a lovely venue for 40-120 people for a buffet or a sit-down meal. The Piper’s Tryst Restaurant accommodates 20-40 people and also offers a choice of buffet or sit-down meal. The Museum of Piping provides an intimate funeral reception venue for 10-30 people with buffet-style catering.

Performance Space at NPC

Scotland’s sound, centre stage

From purpose-built auditoriums to atmospheric heritage spaces, our venues offer the perfect stage for music, culture, and connection. Each space celebrates Scotland’s rich musical tradition – and puts it proudly in the spotlight. The National Piping Centre houses multiple performance venues ranging from 20 to 120 capacity.

Where stunning spaces, thoughtful details, and expert service come together seamlessly to create your perfect event.

We cannot thank the team at the National Piping Centre enough for making our wedding weekend absolutely perfect! From start to finish, everything went off without a hitch, allowing us to feel completely relaxed and enjoy every moment of our special day.

The venue looked stunning, the food was out of this world, and the care and attention we received throughout the weekend were second to none. It truly was the best day of our lives, and we owe it all to the tireless efforts of Emily, Natalie, and the entire team who went above and beyond to make everything so perfect.

If you’re looking for a venue that offers incredible service, breath taking settings, and unforgettable memories, we can wholeheartedly recommend the National Piping Centre.
Lauren and Derek
March 2025

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Why not stay overnight?

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Piper hire

Nothing adds to an occasion like a National Piping Centre piper!