Shoppers and partygoers are already buzzing: RuPaul’s Drag Race star Bimini will headline a rooftop DJ set at SiSi Glasgow on 12 July as part of The Social Hub Glasgow’s Pride Hub, bringing queer culture, music and a welcome-cocktail moment to Candleriggs Square.
Essential Takeaways
- Headliner: Bimini, breakout star from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK series two, will DJ at SiSi Glasgow on Sunday 12 July.
- Ticketing: Tickets cost £12 and include a welcome cocktail from Ojo de Tigre; available via Eventbrite.
- Venue vibe: SiSi sits on The Social Hub’s rooftop, serving Mexican-inspired food and cocktails with city views , expect a lively, summery atmosphere.
- Pride Hub week: The set is the highlight of Pride Hub (11–18 July), a mostly free programme of community-focused events and workshops.
- Community focus: Events range from wellbeing sessions and film nights to cake decorating and a RIKA Run Club, designed to be inclusive and accessible.
Bimini brings the party , and a few homecoming vibes
Bimini’s Glasgow date feels like a proper homecoming, partly because their mum is from Greenock and partly because the performance will centre on a rooftop with a warm sunset and a skyline view. The set runs from 5pm to 9pm, which means it’s built for sundown energy rather than a late-night rave , think golden light, cocktails and crowd singalongs. Fans can expect the same punk-tinged, theatrical flair that made Bimini a social-media sensation.
Why SiSi and The Social Hub make sense for Pride
The Social Hub in Candleriggs Square is new on the city’s hospitality map and positions itself as more than a hotel: it’s a mixed-use destination for events, co-working and community programming. SiSi, the rooftop restaurant, has already generated chatter for its Mexican-inspired menu and panoramic views, so pairing Bimini with that setting feels like smart programming , food, drink and a headline DJ all in one tidy, city-centre package.
Pride Hub week: events that actually bring people together
Pride Hub runs from 11–18 July with a heavy emphasis on access, learning and community. Highlights include a Rest & Reset wellbeing day, a Scottish Queer International Film Festival movie night, a Pride Wellbeing Panel, and hands-on workshops like cake decorating with Burnside Bakehouse. Many activities are free or pay-what-you-can, so it’s pitched to be genuinely inclusive rather than just splashy.
Tickets, tips and what to expect on the night
Tickets are £12 and include a welcome cocktail, which makes this one of the more affordable headline Pride moments in the city. Buy via Eventbrite and arrive early if you want a good spot on the roof , space will fill fast for a star DJ set. Pack for Glasgow weather: bring a light layer for the evening breeze and wear comfortable shoes if you plan to move between venues in the area.
What Bimini’s appearance means for queer culture in Glasgow
Booking Bimini is more than a headline grab: it signals a commitment to visibility and celebration. Since rising to fame on Drag Race UK series two, Bimini has become a central voice for non-binary and trans visibility in the UK, and their presence at a community-centred Pride programme underlines how mainstream queer culture and grassroots support can sit together. It’s a joyful, politicised moment wrapped up in a rooftop party.
It's a small cultural moment with rooftop views , and a welcome way to kick off Pride week.
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