Ta-ra bab!published at 22:30 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
That's it, folks.
All over for another four years.
It's goodbye from me and it's goodbye from Birmingham.
Until Victoria...
Image source, Getty ImagesSummary
Ceremony at Alexander Stadium marks end of Birmingham 2022
Ozzie Osbourne brings show to a close
Live acts included UB40, Musical Youth & Jaykae, plus special guests
Games handed over to 2026 hosts Victoria, Australia
Watch Games highlights using play icons at top of page (UK only)
Also click on 'video' link to visit our Commonwealth clips page
Ta-ra bab!published at 22:30 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
Image source, Getty ImagesIn pictures - it's a Brum tingpublished at 22:28 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Dexys Midnight Runners kick off the show with Come on Eileen
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Panjabi MC picked up the beat
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Of course, UB40 had to make an appearance with Red Red Wine
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, There were plenty of bright lights
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, And some amazing spectacles - inside and outside Alexander Stadium
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, But the spirit of the Commonwealth Games remained the people who shared an amazing 11 days
Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, And the fantastic athletes who produced such unforgettable moments
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The objective of the closing ceremony was to be a party of sport and a celebration of Birmingham.
That, it delivered.
Here are some of the photographic highlights from a colourful Commonwealth goodbye in the Second City...
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Fair to say Ozzy Osbourne stole the show tonight.
The Black Sabbath frontman/reality television patriarch showed he still knows how to rock out.
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Those videos are just the tip of the iceberg.
For a more comprehensive recap of the best bits, have a leisurely browse of all our video content from Birmingham 2022.
Some of the highlightspublished at 22:20 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
These past 11 days have whizzed by in a blur, haven't they? Soooo much quality sport and amazing moments.
Here are a reminder of just a few of them...
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It's been a memorable night to cap a memorable Games.
Let's recap some of the best sporting stories over the past 11 days...
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Now that Neighbours has finished Kylie and Jason need to fill their time somehow, right?
Get involvedpublished at 22:14 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
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ThoughtsOfAnOrton: Kylie Minogue and that Jason fella will have to perform in 2026 to top that.
Andrew: Birmingham, you have shone bright, and our city has blossomed from what I have seen. Remember, it’s sad to see it ending, but be proud that it happened. Birmingham 2022 was amazing.
'Come together'published at 22:14 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
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Former England netball captain on BBC SportThe fact that 1.5m tickets were sold is incredible! We have shown that we can come together.
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Who doesn't love a fireworks show.
Incredible way for Birmingham to hand over the Commonwealth baton...
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Blimey. What a way to finish.
It's all over folks! Sad face.
The athletes file out of the Alexander Stadium and that's the Commonwealth Games done for another four years.
Still, there will be one more big economic boost for the city's nightlife scene tonight.
Hundreds of athletes from across the world are ready to unwind...
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"Birmingham, you are the best!! BIRMINGHAM FOREVER!" he yells at the end of three minutes of madness.
The Wizard of Ozz rules.
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Image source, Getty ImagesI was paranoid that Paranoid wasn't going to be heard after the build up.
But here it is! Ozzy hits the vocal with the enthusiasm of his 70s heyday.
And he still has as much hair. What a man.
Pogoing in the Alexander Stadium like you're in your local rock bar is mandatory.
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And who's that? Tony Iommi? Yes.
It can't be... yes, it is.
OZZY OSBOURNE!!
"Come on! Let's go crazy!!" the Black Sabbath frontman instructs.
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It's the sound of heavy metal...
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Here's Prince Edward AKA the Earl of Wessex to declare the Games officially closed.
Cue fireworks!
We're up to the finish time of 10pm.
But wait! The running order says there is one final act...
Image source, Getty Images
Image source, Getty ImagesGet Involvedpublished at 21:58 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
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Sally Coleman: Ellie Simmonds has been fabulous representing our region and showing her passion for both the sport and the ethos of the Games.
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One of the biggest roars of the night greets the arrival of local lass Ellie Simmonds.
The five-time Paralympic champion talks about the positive impact of sport on society and makes a passionate plea for those who can to donate to Sport Relief.
Times are tough, we know. But if you can donate, head to bbc.co.uk/sportrelief to help create the British sporting superstars of the future.
Get involvedpublished at 21:55 British Summer Time 8 August 2022
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Dan: Not Vanessa Amorosi… what an icon!!!!!! Get that Absolutely Everybody anthem on NOW!!!!!
Holly Baleen: Enjoyed that section that started with Mahalia and Jaykae, that was really really good.