The application portal for Glasgow 2026 volunteers officially opens next week.
People across Glasgow, Scotland, and beyond are invited to apply for roles at Scotland’s biggest sporting event next year.
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The volunteer portal opens on September 16 at 10am for a minimum of a month.
(Image: Supplied) Successful applicants will receive full training.
For more information, visit www.glasgow2026.com.
Glasgow 2026 is lowering the minimum volunteering age to 16, enabling younger Glaswegians to contribute to the event.
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Thousands of volunteers are needed to ensure a smooth operation of the games, running from July 23 to August 2.
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The event will feature 11 days of sporting activities across 10 sports and six Para sports in four of Glasgow’s iconic venues.
Volunteers play a crucial part in the games, providing support for the 3,000 athletes, officials from 74 nations and territories, and half a million spectators.
(Image: Supplied) They will assist in tasks ranging from guiding spectators, assisting sporting delegations, transporting accredited people, to timekeeping, helping sports teams, and accompanying athletes to competition venues.
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George Black CBE, chair of Glasgow 2026, said: “Glasgow’s greatest story has always been its people.
“They are the heartbeat of this vibrant, creative and wonderfully friendly city.
“In 2026, volunteers will once again welcome the world to Glasgow, and we are extremely grateful for their energy and enthusiasm as we work hard to stage a Commonwealth Games we can all be proud of.”
Jade Gallagher, chief operating officer for Glasgow 2026, said: “We’re creating opportunities for a new generation of volunteers to join the incredible existing volunteering community in the city.
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“This is a moment for Glaswegians who would have been just 4 years old during Glasgow 2014, to be part of shaping a new story for the Commonwealth Games.
“Volunteers truly make the Games; they’re a friendly face in the crowd and vital behind-the-scenes support in our venues.
“We’re excited to be opening our application portal next week, proudly welcoming volunteers from all backgrounds and communities.”