The IRN-BRU Carnival is an annual indoor funfair taking place at the SEC Glasgow. This year Carnival runs from 19th December 2025 - 11th January 2026/
Tickets
We are asking visitors to book their tickets in advance to ensure entry to the Carnival is as quick as possible. There will be a limited number of tickets available to purchase on the day, however these are subject to availability, so we advise pre-booking to guarantee your ticket.
If you purchased tickets via the IRN-BRU Carnival website, you receive a link to download the See Tickets by Eventim Digital Wallet Mobile App to access your tickets. Once downloaded, you can login to your SEE Tickets account and your tickets will be available in the app closer to the event.
Vouchers
Vouchers can be used on rides, game stalls and Inflatable Play. All rides and stalls are 1 voucher except Hook-a-Duck, which is 2 per game as you are guaranteed a prize every time and Inflatable Play is 3 per child who wants to play. (Adults accompanying children into the inflatable play area do not have to use their vouchers for entry.)
Please note dodgem cars are designed for 2 people, and each person will require a voucher. If you wish to ride the Dodgems alone it will cost 2 vouchers.
Please note that there are also some cash taking attractions in the hall.
Sharing tickets & vouchers
Digital ticket sharing allows you to transfer your tickets from your user account to your friend's user account before the event. The recipient must have their own See Tickets account and have downloaded the See Tickets Wallet Mobile App.
To share your tickets with someone in your party via the See Tickets Wallet, follow these steps:
- Log in to the See Tickets Wallet Mobile App using your account credentials.
- Tap on the order that contains the tickets you want to share.
- Tap the share icon located below the QR code on the tickets.
- After tapping the share icon, a field will appear where you can enter the email address associated with your friend's user account.
- If you have multiple tickets on the order that you want to share, repeat steps 3-4 for each ticket individually. Swipe right to navigate to the next ticket and tap on the sharing icon for each ticket you wish to share.
Please note that the ticket share tool can only be accessed by the original purchaser of the tickets. This means that if you share your tickets with a friend's account, your friend will not be able to further share them with another account. However, if needed you can reclaim the tickets back to your account and share them with someone else. You can find more information on sharing and reclaiming tickets here.
There are no age limits throughout the IRN-BRU Carnival however, if you are 12 or under you must be accompanied by a responsible adult (aged 16 or above) at all times.
The IRN-BRU Carnival has taken a number of measures to make sure that as many people as possible can enjoy their day out at the Carnival. However, please be aware that while we have made a great effort to provide facilities to accommodate as many access requirements as possible, there will inevitably be some areas and rides which still present a challenge for some.
Take a look at our Accessibility Guide which details measures including Essential Companion tickets, Ride Access Passes and wheelchair hire, and if you have a question that is not answered by this guide, then please contact [email protected] and we'll do our best to help.
Autism Friendly sessions for Carnival are on Sunday 28 December 11am-2pm, and Monday 5th January 4pm-9pm, offering visitors with autism and sensory processing disorders the chance to enjoy the rides with less queues and crowds, and to get used to their environment.
Some of the rides will be slower, flashing lights where possible are turned off (please note some rides are unable to adjust the speed & lighting settings on their machines). Music will be off or turned down low, and numbers will be capped so that there are less crowds, however these sessions can still be popular. There will also be quiet areas available. The venue can provide sensory packs on a first come, first served basis, please see their website for information.
At the end of each Autism Friendly session, the music and lights will gradually return to their usual levels. Visitors to the Autism Friendly sessions are welcome to stay at the Carnival until it closes if they wish.
We hope that these measures help as many people as possible to enjoy the IRN-BRU Carnival.
Baby changing facilities are available inside the Carnival and can be found in the Inflatable Play area – please note you will not need to use any vouchers to enter the Inflatable Play area to use the baby changing facilities.
There are also three further baby changing rooms accessible from the SEC's main concourse; two are on the main concourse adjacent to the central ladies’ toilets and the other is at the west end of the venue next to the west entrance.
As per the Carnival’s Terms of Entry, and the SEC’s Terms and Conditions, customers should note that they may be refused entry or ejected from the venue on account of being (or appearing to be) underage (where relevant), abusive, threatening, drunken, declining to be searched, carrying offensive weapons or illegal substances or for any other anti-social behaviour.
Full terms and conditions are available to view as below:
Carnival Terms of Entry; https://www.irn-bru-carnival.com/visiting/terms-of-entry
SEC Terms & Conditions; https://www.sec.co.uk/terms-conditions
Bingo will only start when enough people are sitting ready to play. Please check the signs at the ticket desks for information on when the bingo will start each day. The cost is £14 (online) or £15 (on the day/door) for 6 games, and you can purchase bingo tickets online or on the door. Please note Bingo tickets do not include vouchers.
On the main concourse of the SEC, there is a free of charge ATM, next to the SEC Box Office. In addition, there is another ATM located next to Morrisons Daily, however, this does charge an administration fee for some services.
If you purchased your tickets via The IRN-BRU Carnival website, which is operated by See Tickets, you can login to your SEE Tickets account by visiting https://www.seetickets.com/customerservice. Once you have logged in using your order details you will have the option to change the date of your visit (subject to availability). You can swap your dates up to the day of your visit (but not after), and if your new tickets are more expensive than the ones you originally booked, you will need to pay the difference to complete the swap.
If you purchased via another ticket agent, those agents do not offer the option to swap your dates and, as per the terms of purchase, tickets are non-exchangeable and non-transferable.
Alternatively, you can give your tickets to friends or family, or our official ticketing partners allow customers to sell tickets they are no longer able to use through their websites.
If you purchased via the event website (SeeTickets), you can use Fan-to-Fan; https://www.seetickets.com/content/fan-to-fan
If you purchased via Ticketmaster, you can use Ticketmaster Exchange; https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/ticket-exchange
The Cloakroom is located on the main concourse and will be open for guests to deposit items for the duration of the event for a fee of £3 per item, per day. Please note: items cannot be left in the Cloakroom overnight.
Please be aware of any loose clothing you may be wearing and tuck it in or remove if possible before riding. Also, be aware of any loose items in your pockets such as mobile phones and money as there is a chance they could fall out while riding - The IRN-BRU Carnival is not responsible for any items which are lost or broken due to carelessness.
Anyone wearing football colours will be refused entry to The IRN-BRU Carnival. If attending following a football game, please ensure you have a change of clothing.
All complimentary tickets must be redeemed in advance of attending the IRN-BRU Carnival. Scan the QR code on your ticket, or follow the instructions on the reverse, and select which day you would like to attend, and you will then be asked to download the SEE Tickets app to receive your tickets, which will be scanned on the day for entry.
Unfortunately, only Assistance Dogs are allowed entry to the venue and the event.
The Equality Act 2010, (EA2012 section 173) lays out that an Assistance Dog means:
(a) a dog which has been trained to guide a blind person;
(b) a dog which has been trained to assist a deaf person;
(c) a dog which has been trained by a prescribed charity to assist a disabled person who has a disability that consists of epilepsy or otherwise affects the person’s mobility, manual dexterity, physical coordination or ability to lift, carry or otherwise move everyday objects;
(d) a dog of a prescribed category which has been trained to assist a disabled person who has a disability (other than one falling within paragraph (c)) of a prescribed kind.
It is your right to request the support of your assistance animal on a day-to-day basis. To be permitted entry we will accept ANY valid form of supporting documentation. No other dogs or pets are permitted in the venue.
Firstly, download the See Tickets by Eventim Digital Wallet Mobile App through the following links:
The login process is simple and detailed in the steps below:
1. Tap Start
2. Enter your See Tickets user account email address and tap Submit. (Please note that you can only log in to the See Tickets Wallet Mobile App if you have a See Tickets user account. If you don't have one, you can create an account here)
3. If you have a user account set up with both See Tickets and Gigs and Tours using the same email address, please tap the account used to purchase the digital ticket order. (Once you have submitted your email address, the screen below will appear). If you don't have a Gigs and Tours user account, proceed to step 4.
4. Enter your user account password and tap Submit. If you have forgotten your password, click on Forgotten your Password? and follow the instructions provided. If you require assistance in resetting your user account password, please refer to our Amending User Account/App Support Guide located at the top of this page.
For more information, please click through to See Tickets website.
Unfortunately, tickets cannot be saved directly in the Apple wallet. The See Tickets Wallet app is the dedicated app for accessing and managing your digital tickets. You will need the See Tickets Wallet App to view and present your tickets for entry to the event
Essential Companion tickets are only issued where the disabled customer requires a significant and substantial amount of support from another person to attend the event. This support must be beyond what can reasonably be expected to be provided by friends and family already in attendance with you.
Visitors who require an Essential Companion to accompany them to the show can book a free Essential Companion ticket when booking their tickets.
To ensure the system remains beneficial to those who rely on it, the Organiser reserves the right to check a person's eligibility as defined by the Equality Act.
If you select an Essential Companion ticket, on the final booking page you will be asked to upload a photo, scan, or digital copy of one of the following documents, dated within a year of the event. If you are unable to provide documents, or the documents are found to be invalid, your booking will be cancelled and refunded. Accepted documents include:
- A valid Access Card with a +1 symbol
- A copy of a current award letter (including name, address and rates of the award) of DLA, PIP, Attendance Allowance or similar
- Impairment specific registration card / certificate
- A recent personal letter of support from your hospital specialist clearly stating the need for a substantial amount of support from another person
- A current and valid blue badge
There are fully trained First Aid staff located on the concourse in the SEC. If you do require medical attention, please contact any of the stewards or staff working at the event and they will assist you.
While there are no strobe lights throughout the Carnival, there are some rides that do have flashing lights. If you are concerned about this and need more information, please email [email protected]
Within the hall there are various food outlets selling everything from; candy floss, hot dogs, chicken, to burger & chips, plus the Clydebuilt restaurant on the SEC concourse will be serving a selection of family favourites. Please visit the Food & Drink page of the website for more details.
Food outlets inside the hall close 30 minutes before the Carnival closes, and Clydebuilt will close at 8pm each evening.
Anyone wearing football colours will be refused entry to The IRN-BRU Carnival. If attending following a football game, please ensure you have a change of clothing.
We have gender neutral toilets in the main hall that can be accessed via a radar key. Should you wish to use these toilets, please speak to the stewards and they will give you the key to use them. These toilets are also accessible.
There is a discount for parties of 10 or more - please visit the Ticket Prices page of the website for more info.
Every ride operates to Height Restrictions to ensure the safety of our visitors - you can view the height restrictions for Carnival 2024/25 here.
Please note: in some cases, due to a visitor's build or size, the ride may be deemed unsuitable due to the restraints or locking mechanisms. Due to health and safety of all visitors, the operator's descision is final.
The Carnival takes place at the SEC in Glasgow.
Glasgow's a really easy city to get around, with plenty of transport options - read on to find out the best way to get to the SEC. Please note that train strikes are planned to take place during the Carnival – please check your travel options and plan your journey well in advance.
By Car
The multi-storey at the SEC is operated by Glasgow City Council, and costs £12 for 1-12 hours.
The multi-storey has a height restriction of 2m. Drivers with vehicles over 2m should report to the Gatehouse to the west of the campus (accessed via Stobcross Road) in the first instance and you will be directed to an available space.
Please note that residential parking cannot be accommodated at the SEC.
By Train
The SEC has its own dedicated railway station – Exhibition Centre – allowing easy access from the city centre and suburbs. There are six trains an hour (around every 10 minutes) from Glasgow Central station, departing from Platform 17 (low level), and journey takes just 3 minutes.
On disembarking at the Exhibition Centre, take the stairs or a lift up street level. A covered walkway connects the station to the campus.
By Bus
The Riversider 100 service operates from George Square in Glasgow city centre directly to the SEC.
The X19 Stagecoach service also operates near to the Scottish Event Campus, stopping on Finnieston Street only a few minutes’ walk from the venue.
By Taxi
There are several taxi ranks throughout the city including at Buchanan Bus Station, Queen Street and Central stations and most large hotels.
The distinctive black cabs can accommodate five or six people. If their yellow light is on you can flag them down on the street. Alternatively, you can call +44 (0) 141 429 70 70 or visit the Glasgow Taxis website to book. Our address for the online taxi booking form is SEC, Glasgow, G3 8YW.
An average journey from the city centre will cost around £7. All Glasgow Taxi drivers are enhanced disclosure checked.
By Foot
Glasgow is a very walkable and easy to navigate city. The Clyde Walkway runs right past the SEC, providing a scenic stroll to the Carnival.
There are two foot bridges, which cross the Clydeside Express Way (dual carriageway connecting the west end to Glasgow city centre) at both the front and rear of the campus.
Four pedestrian bridges traverse the River Clyde near the SEC. Bells Bridge and the Millenium Bridge connect the campus to the Science Centre and BBC, The Govan Footbridge connects Govan to the Glasgow Transport Museum while, a little further east, the Clyde Arc (affectionately known as the ‘Squinty Bridge’) carries both vehicles and pedestrians.
The Inflatable Play is suitable for children 12 years and under 1.5m, and costs 3 x vouchers per child for 40 minutes play. There's also a cafe for accompanying grown-ups to rest and refuel (no vouchers required to access the cafe). Maximum 4 accompanying adults per child.
In line with Health and Safety Executive (HSE), glasses cannot be worn on the Inflatables for health and safety reasons. For more information please see here.
If you lose your child, please contact one of the stewards immediately. You will then be directed to the collection point located in the Admissions Hall.
All lost children/vulnerable adults will be taken to the collection point located in the Admissions Hall and held until safely re-united with a parent / guardian.
All lost property will be brought to the Organiser’s Office in the first instance; thereafter any items not collected by the end of that day will be passed to the SEC Security Control Room.
To contact the SEC Security Control Room, please visit https://www.sec.co.uk/about-the-sec/contact-the-sec
There is a meeting point located on the concourse and will be signed ‘Meeting Point’. Please arrange in advance to meet your friends/family here should be separated during your visit.
If you lose your accompanying adult or are an adult who has lost their child, please look for a steward or a member of staff who will direct you to the collection point located in the Admissions Hall.
A multi-faith prayer room is available to visitors - please contact a steward on site and they will direct you.
All visitors require an entry ticket, even if they do not plan to go on rides themselves. Vouchers can be used on the stalls as well as the rides and the inflatable play area. Most tickets include 5 or 10 vouchers, and they can be shared throughout your party so if you choose not to ride or play the stall games yourself, then you can pass your vouchers to others via the SEE Tickets app or by asking staff in the Admissions Hall to print off your vouchers.
Please see the Opening Times page for full details.
There is a multi-storey car park situated at Congress Way which is operated by Glasgow City Council.
Charges are set by Glasgow City Council and it costs £12 for 1-12 hours which can be paid at the car park pay station. https://www.sec.co.uk/visitor-information/how-to-get-here/car-parking
Vehicles over 1.9m should park in car park 5 which is located to the West side of the SEC.
Please note that the multi-storey car park does occasionally reach capacity - in the event that it is full, you can find alternative car parks here.
All PR, media and influencer opportuntites should be emailed to [email protected]
There will be days/times when the Carnival is busy. This means queues will form for rides, however, there will be signs posted near the queue which will indicate the length of time you may have to wait before riding.
On entry to the Carnival, you will be hand stamped. This means you can leave and return on the same day. The hand stamp changes daily.
All tickets are for a specific day, and are non-refundable once purchased.
All tickets are for a specific day, and are non-refundable once purchased. If you purchased your tickets via See Tickets and wish to change the date of your visit, this can be done up until 2359 the day before your visit. Please visit https://www.seetickets.com/customerservice and enter your order details, and you will be able to swap your dates (subject to availability).
If you purchased Refund Protection during the booking process, you can apply for a refund from TicketPlan, the provider of this service - click here for TicketPlan's Terms & Conditions and how to apply.
The Carnival offers a Ride Access Pass to guests who are unable to stand in queues due to a disability. The pass is available in addition to paying for standard entry and can be used by eligible guests and one companion to access the ride via the exit barrier. This access is intended to provide a reduced waiting time compared to the standard queue line, although queues can still form on busy days. To keep the waiting time as short as possible, only one companion pass is available per eligible visitor.
The eligible guest and their companion will receive different Ride Access Passes, with the companion's pass clearly marked – companions can only use their pass when accompanying the eligible guest.
Please note: the Ride Access Pass system does not operate at our Autism Friendly sessions.
To ensure the system remains beneficial to those who rely on it, the Organiser reserves the right to check a person's eligibility as defined by the Equality Act.
Please note that the accepted documents for a Ride Access Pass are different from those for a Carer ticket. These include:
- A current Disability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payment letter or Attendance Allowance award letter.
- A current and valid Blue Badge.
- A current and valid CredAbility Access Card with the queueing icon on it.
- A letter from your GP or consultant, or a professional body (e.g. a Nurse or a BUPA Healthcare Advisor) on header paper (dated within the last 24 months) which clearly states that you are unable to queue and why. Please note we do not need a letter of diagnosis.
The IRN-BRU Carnival will not tolerate any guest displaying any sign or visible representation of any kind which is, or could be reasonably judged to be, threatening, abusive or insulting in relation to the Ride Access Pass system. The IRN-BRU Carnival reserves the right, in its absolute discretion, to revoke the Ride Access Pass, or remove guests from the event if any behaviour occurs that may affect the enjoyment and/or safety of the IRN-BRU Carnival team and its guests.
We have a large selection of rides suitable for all ages. All rides operate a height restriction for safety purposes and will be published in advance for your information.
In some cases, due to build or size, the ride may be deemed unsuitable for individuals due to the restraints, locking mechanisms etc. The operator’s decision is final in this instance.
Please note, in exceptional circumstances it may be necessary to close a ride without advance warning. The IRN-BRU Carnival apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Anyone found to be smoking or vaping will be asked to leave.
Additionally, as per the Carnival’s Terms of Entry, and the SEC’s Terms and Conditions, customers should note that they may be refused entry or ejected from the venue on account of being (or appearing to be) underage (where relevant), abusive, threatening, drunken, declining to be searched, carrying offensive weapons or illegal substances or for any other anti-social behaviour. Full terms and conditions are available to view as below:
Carnival Terms of Entry; https://www.irn-bru-carnival.com/visiting/terms-of-entry
SEC Terms & Conditions; https://www.sec.co.uk/terms-conditions
- Tickets are not refundable.
- On arrival, all visitors must go to the ticket desks in the Admissions Hall to have their tickets scanned and collect their ride vouchers.
- Tickets cannot be exchanged, transferred, or resold for commercial gain.
- Visitors will not be allowed admission to Carnival without a valid ticket.
- If you have purchased a Young Scot ticket, you must present your Young Scot card at the ticket desks in the Admissions Hall with your ticket, otherwise you may be refused entry.
- Once issued, vouchers cannot be transferred to another day - please ensure you use all your vouchers.
- Visitors aged 12 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult (aged 16 or above) at all times.
- For the safety of visitors to the Carnival, the Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission, and bag and security searches will be conducted on entry.
- It is strictly prohibited to bring any of the following items into Carnival including; any weapons, fireworks, smoke bombs, glass bottles or other articles which may cause injury. Any person found to be in possession of an article deemed to be offensive or dangerous will be immediately escorted from the Carnival without any right to a refund.
- Groups of visitors or individuals acting in a threatening or aggressive manner may be asked to disperse, or ejected from the Carnival without a refund.
- The Organisers reserve the right to alter or vary the content or timing of the whole or any part of the Carnival due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control without being obliged to refund or exchange tickets.
- The Organiser reserves the right to temporarily close or change a ride without advance notice.
- All rides operate a height restriction for safety purposes. In some cases, a ride may be deemed unsuitable for a visitor due to the restraints or locking mechanisms. The operator’s decision is final in all such decisions.
- Please be aware of any loose items in your pockets such as mobile phones and money which may fall out while riding. The Organisers cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to personal property brought to the Carnival.
- Please be advised that the Organiser's of the IRN-BRU Carnival will be taking photographs and filming the show for marketing purposes. By entering the hall, you consent to being filmed or photographed, and the use of such material. If you do not want to participate or have any questions, please contact us or inform a member of staff in the Organiser’s Office.
- CCTV is in use at the IRN-BRU Carnival
- Audio and video recording equipment and professional cameras are not permitted. However, small non-professional cameras and phone cameras are permitted for personal use only.
- Visitors will not be allowed entry if under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances.
- Visitors will not be allowed entry wearing football colours. If attending following a football game, please ensure you have a change of clothing.
Anyone breaching the terms of entry may be refused entry to, or ejected from the Carnival without a refund.
In general audio and video recording equipment and professional cameras are not permitted. However, small non-professional cameras and phone cameras are permitted for personal use.
Professional photographers should contact [email protected] for express permission to photograph their event.
Please be advised that organisers of The IRN-BRU Carnival will be taking photographs and filming the show for marketing purposes. By entering the hall, you consent to being filmed or photographed, and the use of such material. If you do not want to participate or have any questions, please contact us or inform a member of staff in the Organiser’s Office.
Vouchers can be used on rides, game stalls and Inflatable Play. All rides are 1 voucher per ride except Extreme Ice Blast (outside ride), stalls are 2 per game and Inflatable Play is 3 per child who wants to play. (Adults accompanying children into the inflatable play area do not have to use their vouchers for entry.) Please note dodgem cars are designed for 2 people and each person will require a voucher. If you wish to ride the Dodgems alone it will cost 2 vouchers.
Please note that there are also some cash taking attractions in the hall that may take cash only. Vouchers, including those included with entry tickets, can only be used on the day they are purchased for, so make sure you use them up during your visit!
The days prior to Christmas and the final week are generally quieter times to visit, however, please be aware we cannot guarantee this. Please note that the days immediately after New Year's Day are often particularly busy, and if you attend on these days, you should be prepared for longer queues to get into the Carnival and onto each ride.
Peak pricing is in operation on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th January due to the additional staffing levels required, and to help ensure ticket prices can remain lower for the rest of the Carnival.
Before you contact us, please read the FAQs in full as your question may be answered here. As we receive a very high volume of emails, if your question is answered here, we will not respond to your email. If you do need to contact the Carnival team, please do so by emailing [email protected], and we will aim to get back to you within 2 working days.
The IRN-BRU Carnival works with various bodies to ensure the health and safety of all visitors and staff. For more information on health and safety, please see here.
