24 April 2026

Glasgow to host the 2027 SPAR European Cross Country Championships

A large group of athletes taking part in an outdoor Cross Country running race

Glasgow's reputation as an experienced, welcoming host for world-class sporting events has been cemented by today's announcement (Friday 24 April) by UK Athletics that the city has been chosen to stage the 2027 SPAR European Cross Country Championships.

Our track record for delivering outstanding global athletics highlights includes major events including the 1978 IAAF World Cross Country Championships, 1990 European Athletics Indoor Championships, 2014 Commonwealth Games, 2019 European Athletics Indoor Championships, and 2024 World Athletics Indoor Championships. And the 2026 Commonwealth Games is set to boost Glasgow's status as a trusted destination for showcasing exceptional athletics.

We're committed to encouraging and inspiring participation in sport and physical activity to make a positive impact - and leveraging the power of major sustainable, inclusive events is key to that. The SPAR European Cross Country Championships offers a valuable opportunity to unite and enthuse competitors and spectators from near and far. So we can't wait to welcome everyone to Bellahouston Park next year for this prestigious event's 33rd iteration, and ensure its success.