Mel Gibson to celebrate 30 years of Oscar-winning William Wallace epic Braveheart at Glasgow event
Oscar-winning director and Hollywood actor Mel Gibson will return to Glasgow for a black-tie event to celebrate 30 years of William Wallace epic Braveheart.
Mel Gibson will appear at a black tie dinner event in Glasgow in May. On stage interviews will cover the actor and director’s career and celebrate 30 years of the film Braveheart which turned a Scottish story into a global phenomenon. Stories shared on the night will include Gibson’s work on Mad Max, Lethal Weapon, Apocalypto, Hacksaw Ridge and other Hollywood box office successes.
An Experience With says: “We’re excited to welcome the legendary Mel Gibson back to Scotland. A true powerhouse actor, director, and producer, Mel has delivered decades of unforgettable films.
“This world-class black-tie event will be unlike any other, made even more special as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the iconic and powerful film Braveheart. Guests can look forward to top-tier production, exquisite dining, and incredible entertainment all evening long. Don’t miss this special event in Glasgow this May 2026.”
Tickets to the three-course dinner and in-conversation event will include cast members of Braveheart and an on-stage interview with the actor and director. There will also be an auction of Mel Gibson memorabilia. Video clips from the production of Braveheart will be shown during the event.
The Braveheart celebration will take place on Sunday 10 May at 5.30pm at Glasgow Double Tree Hilton. Ticket prices range from £83 for general admission to £382.01 for a platinum dinner ticket.
Gibson travelled to Scotland for a similar event in 2022. During the trip he visited Mr Singh’s India restaurant after arriving at Glasgow airport where he had dinner after being greeted by owner Satty Singh. That was first time the Hollywood star, who famously played William Wallace in the hit movie, had been in Scotland since the film’s premiere was held at Stirling Castle in 1995.
From June to October 1994, Braveheart was shot on location in Scotland and Ireland. Scottish locations used for filming, primarily in the Highlands, included key scenes shot in Glen Nevis, representing Lanark village, Glen Coe for the opening battle scene and scenic views over Loch Leven and the Aonach Eagach ridge.
Most battle scenes, including Stirling Bridge, were filmed in Ireland after the Irish government offered to supply 1,600 army reserves as extras. At an event last year, Gibson said that while filming in Scotland was “a fantastic experience”, the ground was not firm enough for the big battle scenes.
The film was an international hit and won five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director honours for Gibson.
The film’s cast included Ian Bannen as Robert the Bruce’s father, Tommy Flanagan in an early role, James Cosmo as a Wallace ally, Angus Macfadyen as Robert the Bruce and Catherine McCormack as Wallace’s tragic love, Murron. Brian Cox had a memorable cameo as Wallace’s uncle Argyle, Brendan Gleeson played Wallace’s lifelong friend Hamish, Glaswegian David O’Hara played an Irishman, Stephen, and Peter Mullan featured in a battle scene.
When the film was released, Greenock actor James Cosmo said: “This is the best and most important film Scotland has ever made, both politically and emotionally.”
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