20 unmissable events during the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games

With so much going on during the Commonwealth Games, we round up the highlights you should sprint along to

With so much going on during the Commonwealth Games, we round up the highlights to sprint along to

Queen's Baton Relay

Look out for additional cultural and sporting events taking place along the route to ensure everyone is part of the build-up to the Games.
Various locations across Scotland, until Tue 22 Jul

The Marathon Storytelling Cycling Challenge

Actor Tam Dean Burn has been cycling around Scotland regaling small children with Julia Donaldson's books – all 195 of them. You'll be able to catch him as he arrives back in Glasgow to finish his grand adventure.
Various locations, until Sun 3 Aug

The Tin Forest

The National Theatre of Scotland has been collecting stories of Glasgow's past to produce a series of events reimagining the city's future.
Various venues, until Sun 3 Aug

Generation

A Scotland-wide celebration of 25 years of contemporary art, featuring over 60 exhibitions.
Various locations across Scotland, until Nov

Phil Collins: Tomorrow is Always Too Long

A one-off screening of a raw and eye-opening film describing the scope of human existence, drawing on experiences of people in institutions.
Old Rose Garden, Queen's Park, Sat 19 Jul

Perch

A dazzling programme of aerial performances in a large-scale outdoor theatre, with over 200 entertainers.
Rottenrow Gardens, Sat 19 & Sun 20 Jul

The River

A performance from Barrowland Ballet inspired by the Clyde and the people of Glasgow, with a 150-strong cast.
The Briggait, Sun 20 & Mon 21 Jul

Glasgow Green Opening Ceremony Party in Support of Unicef

Watch the Opening Ceremony in style with an evening of live music, special guests and delicious Scottish food and drink.
Glasgow Green Live Zone, Wed 23 Jul

Kelvingrove Bandstand Silent Cinema

Vist the beautiful, recently-restored Kelvingrove Bandstand for a special silent screening of the swashbuckling classic The Black Pirate starring Douglas Fairbanks, complete with live score.
Kelvingrove Bandstand, Fri 25 Jul

Festival 2014 Club

Dance the night away at the festival's late night club - a musical journey across the Commonwealth, programmed in association with Celtic Connections.
Old Fruitmarket, Wed 23 Jul–Sat 2 Aug

Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games

There are still tickets available for the Games themselves. Watch live sport at its most thrilling as competitors from 71 countries compete in 17 different sports.
14 venues in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Carnoustie, Wed 23 Jul–Sun 3 Aug

The Empire Cafe

An exploration of Scotland's involvement in the North Atlantic slave trade, with contributions from leading artists including Jackie Kay.
The Briggait, Thu 24 Jul–Fri 1 Aug

Merchant City Festival

Glasgow's annual cultural extravaganza returns for its 13th year with a special extended prorgamme as part of Festival 2014.
Various locations, Thu 24 Jul–Sun 3 Aug

Cargo, Camera... Action!

Glasgow Film takes over the River Clyde in an outdoor celebration of the city's heritage, set around and on the water.
Clyde Embankment, Sat 26 Jul