World Irish Dance Championships 2024 take place in Glasgow

The World Irish Dance Championships are taking place in Glasgow this week.

There are more than 2,500 dancers set to compete across the week-long event.

Competitors have travelled from around the world to take part, from places as far away as Australia, Japan and Argentina.

Dancers will compete in solo, team and ceili competitions in categories ranging from the Under 10s to senior level. There is also a Michael Flatley award for freestyle.

An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha estimates that the event will attract around 10,000 spectators.