Glasgow to host 12th Commonwealth Karate Championships from 5 to 8 November

Four days of Commonwealth karate are scheduled for Glasgow

The 12th Commonwealth Karate Championships are scheduled for 5–8 November 2026 at Glasgow International Arena in Scotland. The official Commonwealth Karate Federation event information describes two linked competitions across the four-day programme: an Elite Championships and a Club Championships.

The Elite Championships run on 5–6 November and are federation-only, while the Club Championships run on 7–8 November and are open to clubs and individuals affiliated with a WKF-recognised Commonwealth nation. The event information lists both kata and kumite competition.

The schedule and eligibility description are from the Commonwealth Karate Federation event information hub. The Scottish Karate Federation’s event calendar independently lists the same Glasgow dates and venue, while the official event ticket page identifies the location as Glasgow International Arena, G40 3HG.

Sources and last checked

Sources: Commonwealth Karate Federation event information; Scottish Karate Federation upcoming events. Last checked: 10 October 2026.