Q: How many shifts will I be asked to complete?
A: Volunteers will be asked to complete six shifts over the 11-day Games period.
Q: How long will a shift be?
A: The length of your shifts will be dependent on the role you are assigned and the competition schedule. A shift will be on average between four to eight hours. The health and safety of volunteers is paramount, therefore length of time between shifts will be managed and the relevant breaks during shift will be enforced.
Q: Do I get a break during my shift?
A: Yes, volunteers will receive the appropriate breaks depending on shift length. If you require additional breaks to support you, please let us know in your application form and as we move closer to the event.
Q: Will I be able to watch the events?
A: Volunteers will be stationed in a range of locations around Games venues and a small number may be able to see events taking place, although the primary consideration will be on the role you are performing. Most volunteers won’t be based on the field of play and will be unlikely to see sporting competition as it happens.
Q: I’ve applied to volunteer, and I want to purchase tickets. Can I still volunteer if I am successful in getting tickets?
A: We will attempt, wherever possible, to schedule your volunteer shifts so that you can attend a Glasgow 2026 event that you have purchased tickets for. However, please keep in mind that you will be asked to complete a minimum of six shifts over the Games period and you should not over schedule yourself during this time.
We will be releasing the full timed schedule for the games in due course.