The Big Art Show 2026 Exhibition opens on Sat 29th August 2026 at 12noon.
We have a full day of celebrations planned and we welcome participating artists, sponsors, donors, volunteers and guests to join us.
To accommodate the large numbers expected we are offering a number of sessions throughout the day.
Sat 29th Aug 2026
12noon – 2pm ~ Lunchtime quiet session for visitors, children, families and early buyers.
2pm – 4pm ~ Afternoon Session with light music.
4pm – 6pm ~ Late Afternoon with light music and soft refreshments.
6pm – 9pm ~ Main Evening Party, live music, drinks & nibbles, speeches and prizegiving.
A maximum of two tickets are available per email address.
This is a private booking page for participating artists, sponsors, donors, volunteers and guests to join us. We ask that you do not share this link and use it wisely and fairly.
You will receive your tickets by email only. There is no need to print these out as names will be held on a list to be checked on arrival at the door.
We have wheelchair access, a lift to the first floor, an accessible toilet. Cloaks and coats, umbrellas can be stored in our goods entrance corridor where there are many coat hooks (left at your own risk, but covered by CCTV).
Please also note official photographers will be present during the main evening party. You may be approached for photos. If you do not wish to be photographed please kindly indicate to the photographer.
If you have any issues or difficulties with the booking system please contact us during office hours Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm. 0141 847 1122 or mailto:contact@art-department.org
Address: The Art Department, Paisley Ltd
9-11 Causeyside Street, Paisley PA1 1UW
Nearest parking:
Multi-story @ Storie Street or at The Piazza Central Way
On street at Orchard Street, Causeyside Street, Forbes Place, Marshall’s Lane
Disable parking at Greggs 10-22 Causeyside Street and 1-7 Causeyside St
