The Hydro is Glasgow’s colossal arena that hosts major concerts, sports, and events, drawing global acts and audiences.
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games have reached a formal closing ceremony at the OVO Hydro, featuring Scottish acts and international performers. The event marks the end of 10 days of competition across 10 sports, with 215 medals awarded and preparations for the 2030 Games under way.
The opening ceremony of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games sees veterans from Scotland and Wales carry their nations’ flags. Marshall and Adlington, Scotland’s two most experienced athletes, lead the parade alongside Wales’ Eccles and Salmon, with a baton design symbolising each nation’s culture.
The opening ceremony of Glasgow 2026 has welcomed 74 nations and 10 sports. Charles and Camilla attended with Andy Burnham as Prime Minister. The scene blended Scottish pageantry with Doctor Who imagery, highlighting a city that has reinvented itself after Victoria’s withdrawal and a tighter, indoor event format.