Teams from across the Commonwealth took to the streets of Glasgow ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, marking the start of celebrations before the competition begins. The parade brought athletes and officials into the city centre and underlined Glasgow’s role as host of the international sporting event.

The occasion formed part of the build-up to the Games’ opening ceremony, with delegations representing countries and territories from around the world. The event is expected to bring major sporting attention and visitors to Glasgow, while providing a public welcome for competitors before events get under way.