King and Queen to Open Glasgow Commonwealth Games on July 23
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will officially open the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on July 23, attending the opening ceremony at the OVO Hydro. The Games will feature athletes from 74 nations competing across 10 sports, with the event running until August 2.
Opening Ceremony Details
Their Majesties The King and Queen will attend the Opening Ceremony of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games on Thursday 23rd July, at The Hydro in Glasgow. The opening ceremony of the 2026 Commonwealth Games will take place on 23 July 2026 at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow. It will be the first Commonwealth Games opening ceremony to be staged entirely indoors.
The monarchs will attend the Opening Ceremony of this year's edition of the Commonwealth Games on Thursday, 23rd July, at The Hydro, welcoming the 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories who have come to compete for 215 gold medals across 10 sports. Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall will headline the ceremony, with performances by Callum Beattie, Nina Nesbitt, Nathan Evans and Saint PHNX, while electronic folk duo Valtos will provide the soundtrack to the Parade of Nations.
What to Expect
- With all the venues located within a compact eight-mile radius, you won't need to travel far between events. Public transport options such as trains, buses, and the subway make it simple to move around the city between venues, fan zones, and attractions with minimal hassle.
- The opening and closing ceremonies are expected to be scaled down compared to previous Games.
If you're planning to visit Glasgow during the Games, transport will be busier than usual, so allow extra time for journeys. The city's compact venue layout and excellent public transport make it accessible for visitors, though accommodation should be booked soon given the influx of international athletes, delegations and fans.
Sources
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