Glasgow 2014 plans live zones during Games at sites across city

By Gary Anderson

November 12 - Glasgow 2014 have revealed plans to create live zones at a number of locations across the city where the public can view action from the Commonwealth Games on big screens for the duration of the event.

Glasgow 2014, Glasgow City Council and Glasgow Life have revealed among the locations where the live zones will be created are Glasgow Green, Merchants Quay and the Kelvingrove Bandstand, currently undergoing a £2 million ($3.2 million/€2.4 million) major refurbishment for the Games.

At these and other locations yet to be finalised, fans will be able to watch action from major events, as well as the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

The zones will also showcase highlights of Festival 2014, which is being held around the Games, and runs from July 19 to August 23, which organisers claim will see an invigorating mix of entertainment, culture and enjoyment fills the streets, spaces and stages of Glasgow.

The Kelvingrove Bandstand in Kelvingrove Park is undergoing major redevelopment and will become one of the live zones during Glasgow 2014

"Glasgow knows how to put on a party and whether you're in town to watch a sporting event, or just want to sample the excitement, you won't have to go far to be part of the Games," said Archie Graham, executive member for the Commonwealth Games and chair of Glasgow Life.

"Glasgow has an outstanding track record in hosting events, such as the Merchant City Festival, Mela and World Pipe Band Championships - and we plan to build on that success by hosting the biggest party the city has ever seen."

Tying in with the Cultural 2014 programme, which aims to showcase the best of Scottish culture, alongside creative work from across all the Commonwealth countries, the zones will host a varied programme of activities around music, dance, theatre and comedy.

Organisers say families can also take part in interactive sports and games zones, emulating some of the athletes on show at Glasgow 2014.

The Glasgow Green area is also set to become a live zone location during the 2014 Games

"Glasgow will be brought to life during Games time, through an extraordinary programme of cultural events and shows across the city and by the activation of live zones," said Dr Bridget McConnell, director of Ceremonies, Culture and Queen's Baton Relay at Glasgow 2014.