Weightlifting Wales has welcomed the official release of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Session Schedule, marking a major milestone on the road to what promises to be one of the most memorable sporting events in recent history. With just under a year to go, the stage is set for 1 enthralling day of elite international Para Powerlifting competition and 5 days of Weightlifting competition. Weightlifting Wales, alongside Team Wales is ready to rise to the occasion.

Running from 23 July to 2 August 2026, next year's Commonwealth Games will bring together 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories across 10 sports and six Para sports, with over 200 medals up for grabs in 50 thrilling medal sessions. For Team Wales, it’s a chance to showcase homegrown talent, break new ground, and continue the nation’s proud tradition of punching above its weight on the Commonwealth stage.

With action taking place at four of Scotland’s most iconic venues – including the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Scotstoun Stadium, Tollcross International Swimming Pool, and the Scottish Exhibition Campus (SEC) – Welsh athletes are preparing to compete in an electric atmosphere as fans from across the world descend on Glasgow.

The Games will make history from day one, with Para Powerlifting awarding the first medal of the competition on Friday 24th July. A fabulous occasion awaits, which is fantastic news to see Para Powerlifting get the spotlight and be the first Para Sport ever at a Commonwealth Games to be selected as the first awarding medal of the whole Games itself. There will be two different sessions on that day for Para Powerlifting, with one commencing in the afternoon, followed by a session in the evening. Both of these sessions are medal ones.

Sunday 26th July is when it becomes Weightlifting's turn to take center stage. Across the 26th to the Thursday 30th July, there is 5 days of non stop Weightlifting action - with 3 sessions a day starting from early morning and running right the way through to late evening. We at Weightlifting Wales know that these dates will be penciled in for many of our athletes to work towards this next year following the exciting news of this announcement.

The Games will close on 2 August, with the last medal expected in either Judo or Track Cycling, offering one final moment of drama to cap off what promises to be a landmark Games.

Team Wales Chef de Mission, Gethin Jones said ‘’This schedule gives us great clarity as we finalise athlete preparation and logistics for the Games. Our performance and support teams are already fully focused on giving every athlete the best chance to perform at their peak. Glasgow will be a special Games — close to home, steeped in sporting history, and bursting with opportunity for Team Wales. We are determined to make it count’’

Gareth Davies, Chair of Commonwealth Games Wales, added:
“Team Wales has a proud history at the Commonwealth Games, and Glasgow 2026 is another opportunity for us to show the world the strength, talent, and spirit of our nation. The session schedule confirms just how action-packed and meaningful this event will be — from Para Powerlifting on day one to the final medals on the last day. We can’t wait to support our athletes as they prepare to represent Wales with passion and pride.”

With months of preparation ahead, the official session schedule gives everyone a first glimpse of where and when athletes could potentially be competing, as well as dates for coaches, support staff, and spectators. The countdown to Glasgow 2026 is well and truly on.