AN anti-racist rally followed by a free music event is set to take place in a Scottish city this weekend.
Stand Up to Racism (SUTR) has organised an “Aye Welcome Refugees” march through Glasgow city centre on Saturday, June 21, followed by the free We All Belong Carnival in the Old Fruitmarket.
Around 2000 people are set to join, with SUTR organising bus transport from Edinburgh, Dundee, Perth and Aberdeen for those wishing to attend.
Whilst Glasgow City Council has not announced any formal roadblocks, Police Scotland are expected to implement rolling closures throughout the day.
Here are five things you need to know about this weekend's event.
1. What time does the Stand Up to Racism rally start?
Attendees are expected to gather in Barrowland Park at 12pm before the march takes off.
☀️The national demo & carnival is next week, Sat 21 June! #AyeWelcomeRefugees #StopTheFarRight 🦺A team of stewards will help run the march, rally & carnival smoothly + ensure it's as accessible as possible! To volunteer as a steward, please contact us at sutrscot@gmail.com pic.twitter.com/bqyVUwhtha
— Stand Up to Racism - Scotland (@SUTRScotland) June 13, 2025
2. Why is the rally being held?
Saturday’s festivities have been organised to mark World Refugee Day, which falls on Friday, June 20.
In a statement posted to social media, SUTR said: "Our movement fights our government's involvement in the wars that create refugees.
"We also stand in solidarity with refugees trying to rebuild their lives while being scapegoated and demonised by the very same politicians.”
The focus of World Refugee Day 2025 is solidarity with refugees, with the UNHRC stressing the importance of honouring refugees “not just with words but with actions”.
3. Who is performing at the rally?
Several Scottish acts will perform at the carnival, with the line-up featuring Scots singer Iona Fyfe, Pilgrims Society, Mellow Party and Cabaret Against The Hate Speech's Tom Harlow.
A family-friendly event organised by Love Music Hate Racism Glasgow will kick off after the march. A number of stalls and activities, like henna tattooing, face painting, balloon artistry and puppeteering will be available.
The event is completely free to attend.
4. Who has endorsed it?
A number of trade unions and charity organisations have endorsed Saturday’s events. RMT, Unite, , EIS, UCU, Unison, FBU, NUS, NASUWT, PCS, Glasgow Trades Council, West Lothian Trades Council and the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) are among the unions who have voiced their support.
Organisations such as Refuweegee, the Scottish Refugee Council and Stop The War Scotland have also expressed support.
5. Which roads will be affected?
The final route has not been confirmed, but the following streets are set to be affected:
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Moir Street
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London Road
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Trongate
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Glassford Street
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Ingram Street
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South Frederick Street
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South George Square
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St. Vincent Place
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St. Vincent Street
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Renfield Street
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Union Street
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Queen Street
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Candleriggs
