2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow Conclude Sunday at OVO Hydro With Flag Transfer to Ahmedabad for 2030 Centenary Edition

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow conclude Sunday, August 2, 2026, with a closing ceremony at Glasgow's OVO Hydro centered on the symbolic transfer of the Commonwealth Games flag to representatives of Ahmedabad 2030, officially launching preparations for the landmark centenary 100th anniversary edition.^[1][2]

The ceremony is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. BST on August 2, which is 1:30 a.m. IST on Monday, August 3, bringing the 11-day sporting programme in Glasgow to an end at the OVO Hydro.^[1]

OVO Hydro finale built around parade, flame and live broadcast

Organizers have planned a traditional athletes' parade, cultural performances celebrating Scotland's heritage, and the extinguishing of the Commonwealth Games flame, with entertainment headlined by Scottish rock band Simple Minds, joined by singer-songwriter Sandi Thom and rising performer Cammy Barnes.^[1]

The line-up is also set to include Indian singer Bhoomi Trivedi as part of the cultural showcase ahead of the handover, while fans in India can watch live on Sony Sports Network with streaming on Sony LIV.^[1]

Flag handover starts road to Ahmedabad 2030 centenary

The central moment will be the formal transfer of the Commonwealth Games flag to Ahmedabad 2030 representatives, an act described as the start of the road to 2030 and the official launch of India's preparations for hosting the historic 100th anniversary edition.^[1][2]

The handover is expected to feature a presentation highlighting India's culture, heritage and vision for the next Games, as the flag makes its symbolic journey from Glasgow to Ahmedabad.^[1]