Glasgow offers charming christening venues to help you mark this special occasion with family and friends. Many of these spaces are located near key areas like the West End, with elegant churches and venues close to Kelvingrove Park, and Merchant City. Easily explore and book the ideal venue for your christening through Tagvenue!
Booking costs of christening venues average £35 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Glasgow, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £29 | to £40 | per person |
| From £250 | to £600 | hire fee per day |
| From £250 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
The Bridie Library at Glasgow University Union
in West End - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue inside Glasgow Uni Union. Fit our theme very well. Staff were friendly. Everyone had a great time.’
Private Gold Room at Riverboat Casino
in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Stunning venue. Perfect for my Fiancé's 60th. Staff were so helpful and welcoming. Buffet food was delicious.’
Courtyard at Arta
in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Good rental price for such a beautiful space. Plenty of space.’
You'll find christening venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Glasgow, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average £250 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 50 and 70 guests | prices average £350 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average £800 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Glasgow, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for christening venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £450 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £7500 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 140 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1250 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 60 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £7500 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 70 guests |
Smaller christening venues usually fit up to 30 guests standing. Here are some great options in Glasgow, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Central View at VEGA, rated 4.9/5 - meeting room for 30 guests
Venue said: Located on the 7th floor within Vega, our Central View space is perfect for informal meetings, small gatherings, and social events. It accommodates up to 18 guests in a boardroom style or up to 30 for more relaxed, social...
The Board Room at The Butterfly and The Pig, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 24 guests
Our user said: ‘Easy to organise our dinner for 20. Staff were lovely on the evening.’
Mal 1 at Malmaison Glasgow, rated 4.8/5 - meeting room for 16 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was lovely, the staff very helpful, kind and amazing.’
Cheap christening venues in Glasgow start from £185 hire fee per day or £200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The Bridie Library at Glasgow University Union, from £185 hire fee per day
(up to 50 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Can’t do enough for you. Prices are excellent. It’s a part of Glasgow History...’
Mal 2 at Malmaison Glasgow, from £200 hire fee per event
(up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: Introducing Mal Two - the room to make a lasting impression. Our meeting rooms are designed to be both functional and visually stunning, with various layout options to fit any meeting style.
Arc Suite at The Arthouse Hotel, Glasgow, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
Yes, there are several attractive christening venues in Glasgow that accommodate more than 100 people. Prime examples include 1599 at the Royal College and Box Hub Vennel, all of which have large capacities perfect for events with bigger guest lists. To find the ideal venue for your christening in Glasgow, simply use our filters to enter the number of guests you’re expecting, and you’ll be shown only the spaces that suit your exact needs.
Page last updated in September 2026
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