Updates

13th of September 2026 PIG UPDATE #41 This PIG Update comes jam-packed with local events and opportunities as well as a special on community groups for poets and writers, and a little plug for Scots-language poetry. Details
30th of August 2026 PIG UPDATE #40 Festivals, festivals, festivals! With the Fringe in the rear-view mirror, you thought things are slowing down on the festival circuit? Think again and get your calendar out: PIG has got all the important dates for you. Details
16th of August 2026 PIG UPDATE #39 PIG is jumping on the Odyssey bandwagon with a little Homer special. But don't worry, it isn't all ancient news - we are also delivering the latest on local events and opportunities. Details
30th of July 2026 PIG UPDATE #38 Our annual PIG Fringe Special is here, alongside all the usual news on local events and opportunities. Details
19th of July 2026 PIG UPDATE #37 As one heatwave chases the next, PIG is keeping a cool head with all the latest news for poet's and poetry lovers near and far. Details
5th of July 2026 PIG UPDATE #36 Summer break? Not for PIG! We are here for you, come rain, come shine! Details
21st of June 2026 PIG UPDATE #35 It's officially summer! PIG might not be able to help you stay cool - but it can definitely help you to stay poetic. Read on! Details
7th of June 2026 PIG UPDATE #34 Getting cultural FOMO amidst Glasgow's many summer festivals? Not to worry, at least when it comes to poetry, PIG has got you covered. Read on to learn what's new this fortnight. Details
24th of May 2026 PIG UPDATE #33 Welcome to the bank holiday edition of the PIG Update - best served with a cool drink and a volume of poetry while kicking back in the Glasgow sun. Details
10th of May 2026 PIG UPDATE #32 Paisley Book Festival and Glasgow Zine Fest are officially ringing in the festival season, and PIG has got the lowdown for you. That's on top of the usual local events and some particularly exciting opportunities. Details