World Pipe Band Championships
Where the best pipe bands in the world compete for the ultimate prize
Friday 14 August and Saturday 15 August
Every year over 8,000 of the world’s best pipers and drummers assemble for the World Pipe Band Championships. Glasgow will once again host this exciting event in 2026, the largest of its kind in the world.
The event will take place at Glasgow Green on Friday 14 August and Saturday 15 August with two action packed days of competition!
Tickets for this year's event are on sale NOW.
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Book your seats, or grab your park entry, and watch over 8,000 musicians battling it out for the ultimate title of World Champions!
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Piping Live!
9-14 August
With over 120 events across 6 days, from come and try the bagpipes to the world’s best bands, Piping Live! brings the best in piping and traditional music to Glasgow this 9-14 August.
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The World's Biggest Week of Piping
9-15 August
For one week only, the world's the most talented pipers descend on Glasgow to compete and perform across two huge events. Book your tickets to experience a cultural phenomenon in music.
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