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Commonwealth Games 2026 | Glasgow City

Glasgow City
23rd of July 2026, 12:00am to 2nd of August 2026, 11:59pm

The Commonwealth Games 2026 comes to Glasgow City from Thursday 23rd July until Sunday 2nd August. The event will take place in various venues across the city which can be found below:  

  • Tollcross International Swimming Centre  
  • The Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome and Arena
  • Scotstoun Stadium  
  • Scottish Event Campus (SEC)  


A full schedule of events can be found on their website.

Glasgow City Council is playing a central role in hosting and supporting the 2026 Commonwealth Games. More information can be found on the Glasgow City Council website. 

Chris Hoy Velodrome Glasgow

Tips for travelling while the commonwealth games are taking place

Plan ahead - Traffic is likely to be heavier on the M8, M74, M77 and M80 leading to and from the event. Consider how your journey will be impacted, allow extra time for journeys and be prepared to adjust your travel plans. Check ahead using the Traffic Scotland route checker. 

Share information and advice with family, friends, neighbours and colleagues so they can plan ahead, too.  

Consider travelling at a different time - the busiest times will be just before and just after events taking place and during road events.

Public transport services will be busier than usual. For local journeys, walking or cycling may be the best option.

Check in with Glasgow City Council for the latest disruption information. 

Public Transport

There are many public transport options for those travelling in and out of the city. Do consider active travel options when travelling locally to and from the event.   

Scotrail  

Glasgow Subway  

First Bus  

Glasgow Subway Sign

Further information can be found on the event website and the Commonwealth X feed. Live traffic information throughout the event will be available on our X feed.  

How to get the latest travel and traffic information

Visit our homepage and use the map and its route checker to view any live and future disruptions that may impact your journey.

Listen to the Traffic Scotland Radio for the latest national and regional traffic and travel updates.

Follow us on X @trafficscotland for real-time updates on the Trunk Road Network.