Commonwealth Games' King's Baton Relay across Scotland revealed

The King's Baton Relay has been revealed ahead of this summer's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

The Baton will tour Scotland before arriving at the Opening Ceremony on 23rd July.

Starting on 1st July there will be 23 days of activity, beginning at the Team Scotland Team Camp in Glasgow.

The Baton will attend 50 events and festivals in celebration of the nation's culture, sport, the Commonwealth, and the Games.

Standout events include the Luss Highland Games, the Scottish Open, the Orkney celebration of the International Island Games, the HebCelt Festival and the British National Mountain Biking Championship.

Sport Minister Maree Todd said: “I'm very pleased that, as part of a spectacular summer of sport, Scottish Government funding of £245,000 will help bring the King's Baton Relay to communities across the country – celebrating on a global stage what makes Scotland unique.

“As well as the major events, the free community events which complement them are a real opportunity for people to show their support for Team Scotland and the Games, as they gather to get active, connect with others, and improve wellbeing across the country.”

The King’s Baton Relay began at Buckingham Palace on Commonwealth Day, 10th March 2025.

For the first ever time, every Commonwealth nation and territory received their own Baton to customise and decorate it to represent their culture.

All 73 other nations and territories involved have already taken part in the relay celebrations as it has travelled across the Commonwealth for 500 days.

All Batons will be reunited at the Opening Ceremony and the Games will be declared open.

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