Several roads in Glasgow are set to face disruption next month as the city plays host to one of the world’s biggest piping events.
The World Pipe Band Championships will take over Glasgow Green on Friday, August 14 and Saturday, August 15, drawing thousands of spectators and competitors from across the globe.
Tickets for the event range from £22 to £80, with options for general admission and premium packages.
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Visitors can expect a vibrant day filled with music, pageantry, and Scottish culture at its finest.
To support the safe running of the event, a number of road closures and parking restrictions will be enforced in and around Glasgow Green.
Motorists and pedestrians are advised to plan ahead, follow diversion routes, and expect increased congestion in the area.
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Full details on the roads that are closed and the times are here:
Prohibition of vehicle movements
From 4am on August 14 2026, to 11.59pm on the 15 August 2026
Charlotte Street, between Greendyke Street and London Road
Greendyke Street, between Turnbull Street and London Road
West Carriageway in Glasgow Green for its full length
East Carriageway in Glasgow Green for its full length
Prohibition of waiting, loading and unloading
3pm on August 2026 13 to 11.59pm on August 15 2026
Arcadia Street, both sides, between London Road and The Green
Charlotte Street, both sides, between Greendyke Street and London Road
East Carriageway, both sides between Templeton Street and The Peoples Palace
Greendyke Street, both sides, between Turnbull Street and London Road
James Morrison Street between London Road and St Andrews Street
Monteith Row, both sides, between Monteith Place and Greendyke St
Templeton Street, Both sides for its entire length
The Green, both sides, between Arcadia Street and King's Drive
West Carriageway, both sides, between Greendyke Street and The Peoples Palace
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