In the summer of 2026, Glasgow’s streets will come alive with a trail of giant Scottie dog sculptures, each one transformed by a different artist into a colourful, larger-than-life work of art.

This free, family-friendly trail will offer locals and visitors alike the chance to explore the city in a whole new way!

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity are sponsoring a very special Scottie sculpture - please come and find us, and show your support for the Armed Forces community!

What is Scotties in the City?

Scotties in the City is a public art trail coming to Glasgow in summer 2026.

A partnership between public art organisation Wild in Art and cancer charity Maggie’s, the trail will see a number of giant Scottie dog sculptures pop up in the city and surrounding area for six weeks from 18 June to 16 August 2026.

What is SSAFA’s role?

SSAFA is sponsoring one of the giant Scottie sculptures that will be out and about in Glasgow for residents and visitors to find.

Each Scottie will be different, and each will feature information about their sponsor and the artist who created them.

For SSAFA, Scotties in the City is all about engaging a new audience with who we are and what we do; raising our profile and inspiring people to support and champion the Armed Forces community.

The design and location of SSAFA’s Scottie is yet to be revealed, so watch this space!

We can’t wait for SSAFA’s Scottie to hit the streets, raising awareness of SSAFA’s work in Scotland and our Glasgow-based service, Glasgow’s Helping Heroes. 

What can you do?

We’d love for supporters old and new to seek out our SSAFA Scottie and share a selfie! 

The Scotties will feature on a trail map and downloadable app to help people find them. Don’t forget to tag SSAFA on socials!

Please check back here for more information, including a trail map.  If you have any questions then please don't hesitate to get into contact with our Scotland Regional Marketing Manager Harriet.Brace@ssafa.org.uk.