Anyone hoping to buy tickets for the opening ceremony of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games can register their interest later.
The ceremony, which will take place at the OVO Hydro on 23 July, will be staged indoors for the first time in the event’s history.
With demand expected to be high, people are required to register in advance for the chance to buy tickets, from 12:00, with registration closing at 23:59 on 26 May.
Successful applicants will be selected at random and notified on 1 June before being given the opportunity to purchase up to four tickets the following day.
Adult ticket prices range from £45 to £195, with concession prices also available.
The opening ceremony will begin 10 days of competition and will feature athletes from 74 nations and territories. A cast of 600 performers is expected to take part.
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George Black, chair of Glasgow 2026, said the ceremony would mark the moment the city welcomes athletes from across the Commonwealth.
“Gathered in The Hydro, we will share a story of how this city has contributed to the world,” he said.
“By entering the ticket draw, we want to give people the opportunity to watch the live action unfold as the Commonwealth comes together in one place to mark the start of the Games.”
Louisa Mahon, chief marketing and ceremonies officer, said the event would be a “fast-paced, immersive live experience”.
Tom Davies, executive producer for ceremonies, said details of the show were still being kept under wraps.
“We’re working alongside a brilliant team who have designed and delivered incredible creative for some of the world’s biggest ceremonies, concerts, and one-off special events,” he said.
Opening Ceremonies ignite a spirit and an atmosphere that you must be there for.”
Organisers said registering for the ballot does not guarantee tickets, and any remaining seats will be released in a second sale.
Further details are available on the Glasgow 2026 website.
