Bungo in the Back Lanes returns this weekend - everything you need to know about south side fest

One of the biggest dates in the south side calendar is of course, the ever-popular Bungo in the Back Lanes festival.

This community street party and summer festival is one of the best ways to enjoy the arrival of the warmer weather.

Held in the lanes of Strathbungo, the area recently named as one of the best places to live in the UK, it offers a variety of live entertainment, food stalls, and crafts.

Here is everything you need to know about this fun neighbourhood event.

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When does Bungo in the Lanes take place?

The festival, which first began back in 2000, returns on Saturday, June 22.

The festival runs from 1pm until 5pm

Where is it held?

The free-to-attend event aims to bring life back to the famous cobbled lanes of the streets of the south side suburb which lies between Shawlands and Pollokshields.

The society behind it has released a map for how the festival will be laid out.

What can people expect?

Expect great food like pizzas, tea gardens (where residents invite people into their back gardens for tea and coffee), tombolas, bottle stalls, bars, a children’s garden and a craft fair.

Is it free to attend and are dogs and children welcome?

Yes, it's free and both dogs (well behaved) and children (also well behaved) are welcome.

Will there be bars?

Yes, three bars will be on offer with teams from The Bungo, McMillans and southside brewery fave Simple Things Fermentation.

What will there be for children?

The Children’s Garden will be on offer at Bungo In The Back Lanes. Situated on Nithsdale and Regent Park Square lane behind Zinfandel, there will be face painting, a merry-go-round, a portrait photographer, a baby music group and space to play!

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