An outdoor performance at Piping Live! 2025
The World's Biggest Week of Piping
One city. Two iconic events. Endless music.
9-15 August 2026
Join us for an annual week of electrifying performances, unforgettable moments and world-class competition, as two huge piping events take place in Glasgow once again!
There's no better place to hear Scotland's national instrument than at Piping Live! and the World Pipe Band Championships, as the most talented pipers descend on the country's biggest city to compete and perform.
The World's Biggest Week of Piping takes place from 9-15 August this year. Book your place at both events and experience a cultural phenomenon in music.
Piping Live!
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 Pipe Band Championships
Every year over 8,000 of the world’s best pipers and drummers assemble for the World Pipe Band Championships, the largest event of its kind in the world. Expect two action packed days of competition as the best battle it out for piping's greatest prize this 14-15 August!
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World Pipe Band Champions 2025 - Inveraray & District Pipe Band
An indoor performance at Piping Live! 2025
A young band member conducts at the World Pipe Band Championships 2025
Fans enjoying the weather at Piping Live! 2025
A young band member at the World Pipe Band Championships 2025
Discover what else Glasgow has to offer
Glasgow is the UK's first and Scotland's only UNESCO City of Music. From buzzing music venues to world-class restaurants, vibrant nightlife to rich history, there’s something waiting for you around every corner.
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