SESH

The Hug & Pint is a renowned live music venue, bar, and vegan eatery located in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. Since opening its doors in 2015 on Great Western Road in the city’s West End, The Hug & Pint has gained a reputation as one of Glasgow’s most beloved grassroots venues. Named after the classic Arab Strap album "The Week Never Starts Round Here," its founders sought to emulate the warm, communal atmosphere invoked by the album’s closing track, "The First Big Weekend," and quickly developed a space known for intimacy, inclusivity, and strong support for independent music.

The venue has played a significant role in nurturing Glasgow’s vibrant music community, offering an important platform for up-and-coming local acts, as well as an inviting stage for touring artists from the UK and around the globe. Over the years, The Hug & Pint has weathered industry challenges—including the COVID-19 pandemic—with the help of its loyal patrons and fundraising initiatives, but has maintained its original location and structure while continually enhancing the live music experience and its plant-based food offering. Its cultural significance is evident in its acclaim by artists, promoters, and music fans alike, who value its community-driven ethos, excellent acoustics, and pivotal support for emerging talent.

Notable artists who have performed at The Hug & Pint include Phoebe Bridgers, Black Midi, Big Thief, Self Esteem, Cate Le Bon, Soccer Mommy, Squid, Anna Meredith, Nadine Shah, Sinead O’Brien, Porridge Radio, Billy Nomates, and a host of celebrated Scottish acts such as Kathryn Joseph, C Duncan, Sacred Paws, and The Twilight Sad.