Events in Scotland 2026
Scotland is preparing for an exciting year of major events in 2026, and Traffic Scotland will be here to help everyone travel safely and confidently.
As people travel to these events, we will share real‑time updates on the trunk road network, including live journey times, planned roadworks, and incident information likely to affect your journey. Our aim is to help you plan ahead, avoid delays, and enjoy everything Scotland has to offer in 2026.
Major Events 2026
July 2026
Commonwealth Games 2026 Glasgow City | Thursday 23rd July - Sunday 2nd August
ISPS Handa Women's Scottish Open at Dundonald Links | Thursday 23rd - Sunday 26th July
Luke Combs at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium | Friday 24th & Saturday 25th July
Stock Car Summer Series Three at Knockhill Racing Circuit | Wednesday 29th July
Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival 2026 in Beauly, Inverness | Thursday 30th July - Saturday 1st August
August 2026
Truckfest at Royal Highland Centre | Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August
Calvin Harris at Hampden Park | Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August
Black Isle Show at Mannsfield Showground | Thursday 6th August
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.